beam, the trade association for the business events, accommodation, and meetings industry, has appointed Ian Brown, the Venues and Events Director of vbx, to its board as Marketing Director.
Camelback Resort names Managing Director
Camelback Resort, a year-round recreational destination nestled in the Pocono Mountains managed by KSL Resorts, has named David Makarsky its new managing director. In his new position, Makarsky takes over all management for the 560-acre resort – an expansive retreat offering a full range of indoor and outdoor activities and adventures from world class skiing to Pennsylvania’s largest outdoor waterpark.
SH Hotels and Resorts appoints Francois-Xavier Schoeffer as General Manager of 1 Hotel Mayfair
1 Hotel Mayfair, London’s very first mission-driven sustainable luxury hotel, today announced the appointment of Francois-Xavier Schoeffer as General Manager of the much-anticipated 1 Hotel Mayfair. Set to open in summer 2023, Francois-Xavier will work alongside Robert Koren, who was appointed last month as Senior Vice President & Area Managing Director of Europe, the Middle East & Asia to launch SH Hotels & Resorts’ European Corporate office as the company looks to accelerate growth across the region.
First Hospitality announces the appointment of Walter Peseski as Vice President of Business Development
First Hospitality, a national hotel operating and development company, announces the appointment of Walter Peseski as vice president of business development. Peseski brings more than 15 years of experience in hotel and lifestyle brands to this new position.
Lotte Hotel Seattle appoints Steven Kalczynski, Managing Director
Lotte Hotel Seattle, a premiere hotel prominently situated in the business district of the Emerald City is pleased to announce the appointment of Steven Kalczynski as Managing Director. As the newest appointment to the growing executive leadership team, Kalczynski will drive forward the luxury hotel’s mission of delivering exceptional guest experiences while maintaining a dynamic and convivial environment for all employees.
Albert Park named as Executive Chef at South Coast Winery Resort and Spa
1 Hotels announces Onal Kucuk as General Manager at 1 Hotel Nashville
1 Hotel Nashville, Nashville’s first mission-driven sustainable luxury hotel, is pleased to announce the appointment of Onal Kucuk as general manager. Kucuk will spearhead all operations and strategic goals for the property, and oversee the 178 guest rooms and 37 suites, as well as 1 Kitchen Nashville, Harriet’s Rooftop, Neighbors Café, and Bamford Wellness Spa.
Resolute Road announced key additions to its Business Development Team
Resolute Road Hospitality, a third-party management company driven by a promise to provide owners with an increased return on their assets, announced two key additions to its development team is Vice President of Business Development roles.
TFE announces Global Leadership appointments on the eve of International Women’s Day
Off the back of the successful launch of their homegrown Adina and Vibe brands in Singapore, Austria, and soon-to-be Switzerland, TFE Hotels has announced a new global leadership structure to help steer business and operational strategy and drive future expansion. TFE Hotels’ CEO, Antony Ritch, said the creation of three new Global Officer Roles, spanning Sales, Revenue, and Marketing, would help cement TFE’s hospitality networks in Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and Asia (through TFE’s joint venture partnership with Far East Hospitality).
First Hospitality appoints Christina Santarelli-Foster to Vice President of Marketing
First Hospitality, a national hotel operating and development company, announces the appointment of Christina Santarelli-Foster to vice president of marketing. Santarelli-Foster brings more than 15 years of expertise in strategic marketing, communications, and brand strategy to this position.








