Qantas Group CEO Alan Joyce has advised the Board he will bring forward his retirement by two months to help the company accelerate its renewal.
The Datai Langkawi appoints new General Manager, Stephane Duvacher
The Datai Langkawi, which is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year, has announced the appointment of Stephane Duvacher as its new General Manager. Mr Duvacher’s appointment coincides with the completion of predecessor Arnaud Girodon’s move to his role as CEO of Datai Hotels and Resorts.
Scandic appoints Malin Selander as new Communications Director
Malin Selander has been recruited as new Communications Director for Scandic Hotels Group where she will be responsible for the company’s external and internal communication. Most recently, she was VP Communications at Telia Sweden.
Chad Fletcher has been appointed Vice President of Sales at Sonder
Sonder Holdings Inc., a leading next-generation hospitality company that is redefining the guest experience through technology and design, today announced the appointment of Chad Fletcher as Vice President of Sales.
The Lineup at Wai Kai announces new Executive Chef, Nikki Takamatsu
Nikki Takamatsu has been appointed executive chef for The LookOut Food & Drink at The LineUp at Wai Kai, a new year-round waterfront venue for active adventurers anchored by the Wai Kai Wave and the adjacent 52-acre recreational Wai Kai Lagoon. In his new position, Takamatsu will lead the restaurant’s kitchen staff, collaborate with management to set pricing, introduce new culinary techniques and menus and keep up with industry trends.
Digvijay Singh has been appointed General Manager at Conrad Bengaluru
Conrad Bengaluru is delighted to announce Digvijay Singh as its new General Manager. A luxury hotelier and strategic leader, Digvijay comes with diverse leadership experience at leading Indian and International hotels.
Navneet Verma joins Vakkaru Maldives to elevate yoga and wellness offerings
Award-winning luxury resort Vakkaru Maldives is pleased to announce the arrival of Navneet Verma, as its new wellness team leader. Navneet is a certified yoga instructor and has a Master’s degree in Yoga and Science of Living from Jain Vishva Bharati Institute in India. He also has a post-graduate Diploma in Yoga from Kaivalyadhama, India, one of the oldest pioneering yoga institutes in the world. Additionally, he has various certifications in food and nutrition, Western spa massages, fitness training, aerial yoga, Ayurvedic massage, Yin yoga and sound healing.
Jolyon Bulley appointed Executive Committee Member at American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA)
The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) announced today that Jolyon Bulley, Chief Executive Officer – Americas, IHG Hotels & Resorts has been appointed to its executive committee.
Oscar Gonzalez appointed General Manager at W Punta de Mita in Riviera Nayarit
W Punta de Mita, the newly reimagined beachfront resort on the shores of Riviera Nayarit, is pleased to announce the appointment of Oscar Gonzalez Ibarra as General Manager. With his extensive expertise in luxury hospitality and commitment to delivering unparalleled guest experiences, Gonzalez is poised to lead W Punta de Mita’s reputation as the premier lifestyle hotel in the region.
Adero Scottsdale Resort appoints Michael Valentino as Director of Sales and Marketing
ADERO Scottsdale Resort – the modern desert sanctuary perched 2,500 feet above the Sonoran Desert and amid Scottsdale’s McDowell Mountains – appoints Michael Valentino as Director of Sales and Marketing. In his new role, Michael leads the resort’s sales and marketing division, where he oversees strategies to showcase the best of ADERO, ensuring a one-of-a-kind guest experience.
