Centro Mada Amman by Rotana has appointed Rasha Rusrus as human resources manager. With over 20 years in the hospitality industry in several international brands, Rusrus brings in a wealth of experience to her current role at Centro Mada Amman by Rotana.
Shady Abdelaziz appointed Director of Sales & Marketing at Four Seasons Hotel Tunis in La Marsa
Four Seasons Hotel Tunis announces the appointment of Shady Abdelaziz as Director of Sales and Marketing. Arriving along the coast of North Africa following 16 years in Qatar, Abdelaziz quickly fell into a groove shaping and promoting the luxury experience Four Seasons offers in the leafy Gammarth section of the capital of Tunisia, the better to ensure that guests and visitors enjoy a true connection to the destination and a perfect balance of hospitality and efficiency tailormade to meet their needs.
Gerrit Gräf has been appointed General Manager at JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai
JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai and Dubai Marriott Harbour Hotel & Suites have appointed Gerrit Gräf as the new multi-property general manager. Gräf, with over two decades of Marriott experience replaces the much-respected Bill Keffer, who retired earlier in 2023.
Sofia Vandaele appointed Regional Director of Operations at InterContinental New York Barclay
InterContinental® New York Barclay Hotel (Known as The Barclay), owned by 111 East 48th Street Holdings, LLC and managed by IHG, has announced the appointment of Sofia Vandaele as Regional Director of Operations, Luxury & Lifestyle, NYC. In her new role, she will helm the luxury brand’s strategic direction and brand awareness for both InterContinental® New York Barclay and InterContinental® Times Square.
Sonya Geelon appointed as Chief Commercial Officer at Conferma Pay
Global virtual payments provider Conferma Pay has appointed Sonya Geelon, formerly of Mastercard, as its new Chief Commercial Officer.
KSL Resorts announces new sales leaders
Expanding its sales team, KSL Resorts has added three new sales leaders to its growing team of hospitality industry professionals: Bryan Waltz as global sales director, Karen Hudson as global sales director and John Carter as director of sales/central coast properties.
Azul Hospitality Group announces Senior Leadership Changes
Azul Hospitality Group, a premier hospitality company providing innovative approaches to maximizing an asset’s performance, announced today the promotions of Alvaro Fraile to Chief Executive Officer, and Mark Crisci to President of the organization.
Plant Riverside District welcomes Executive Chef Eric Fullem
Plant Riverside District – a leading destination for exceptional food, live entertainment and more in Savannah, Ga. – recently hired former Sea Island Company Executive Chef Eric Fullem as Executive Chef. At Plant Riverside District, Fullem oversees culinary operations at 14 acclaimed restaurants as well as banquet services for the award-winning JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District located on Savannah’s historic riverfront.
Omni appoints first COO Vince Parrotta
Omni Hotels & Resorts is pleased to announce the appointment of Vince Parrotta as its new Chief Operating Officer. With over 40 years of operations experience, Parrotta brings a wealth of expertise from his previous role as President, Hotel Operations – Americas at Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts. This strategic move comes as Omni embarks on its first brand refresh in over a decade, aiming to provide elevated guest experiences amidst significant growth to its diverse portfolio.
Cloud5 welcomes Anai Patel as company CFO
Cloud5 Communications, a leading provider of communications and technology solutions for more than 5,000 hotels, MDUs, and commercial facilities across the Americas, today announced the appointment of Anai Patel as its new CFO.
