Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa is pleased to welcome Saul Umaña as the new Culinary Director. Returning to his native Costa Rica with five years of international culinary experience, Umaña is tasked with elevating the gastronomy offering, positioning the resort as a top culinary destination firmly rooted in Costa Rican flavors and traditions.
Heinrich Morio appointed General Manager at Zulal Wellness Resort by Chiva-Som
Chiva-Som International Health Resorts, a global pioneer in wellness and transforming lifestyles, is delighted to welcome Heinrich Morio as general manager at its newest wellness destination, Zulal Wellness Resort by Chiva-Som, located in Qatar. In this role, Morio will be responsible for managing the resort’s day-to-day success, overseeing all operations, while maintaining focus on providing an environment that encourages healthy lifestyles and wellbeing.
Neil Schubert joins Hotel Communication Network as Chief Product Officer
Forty-year hospitality industry technologist Neil Schubert has joined Canada-based Hotel Communication Network (HCN) as Chief Product Officer. With 20 of those years spent spearheading the technology initiatives for Marriott International, Schubert brings to HCN a wealth of knowledge in application development, product management, systems integration, financial systems management, infrastructure, IT architecture, and field service. His goal is to strategically transform HCN into a global hospitality communications brand. HCN’s Navigator tablets are quickly gaining traction in hotels as a two-way communication device that easily and efficiently replaces in-room phones, alarm clocks, voice assistants and other electronics. Schubert will perform this role from his office in Wilmington, N.C.
Ellen Davis joined U.S. Travel Association (USTA) as Executive Vice President of Business Strategy and Industry Engagement
The U.S. Travel Association announced today that association veteran Ellen Davis joined the organization as Executive Vice President of Business Strategy and Industry Engagement. Davis is the first addition to the executive team since Geoff Freeman was appointed CEO in 2022.
Nick Pilbeam appointed as Commercial Director, Hotels and Hospitality Division at Queensway Group
Queensway Group, a developer and management platform for brands such as The Sloane Club and Point A Hotels is pleased to announce the appointment of Nick Pilbeam as Commercial Director.
Bishop’s lodge, Auberge Resorts Collection appoints Missy Auge as Wine Director
Bishop’s Lodge, Auberge Resorts Collection, the historic luxury resort and thoughtfully restored landmark in Santa Fe, today announces the appointment of Missy Auge as Wine Director. Auge will oversee the wine operations for the 100-room resort, which serves as a luxurious and soulful retreat steeped in New Mexico’s heritage. Born and raised in New Mexico, Auge is returning to the Southwest, where she first discovered her adoration for viticulture as the Owner and Operator of Tanti Luce 221 in the heart of Santa Fe’s historic district.
Adrian Chua joins Aloft Langkawi Pantai Tengah as General Manager
Aloft Langkawi Pantai Tengah welcomes Adrian Chua, as the newly appointed General Manager for the island hotel. With over 30 years of
international experience in the hospitality industry and F&B, Adrian has a wealth of knowledge that he intends to share with the sassy 4-star property.
Marriott Marquis Houston appoints new General Manager
Nour Laasri has been appointed Marriott International’s new Area General Manager, Houston, and General Manager for Marriott Marquis Houston. In his role as General Manager, Laasri will act as the primary strategic leader for the 1,000-room Marriott Marquis Houston. He will oversee the success of all day-to-day operations, financial performance, sales and revenue generation, and guest & employee satisfaction strategies. As Area General Manager, Laasri will serve as an active member of the Houston community and will help the hotel team foster deeper relationships with local officials and businesses in the area.
ONYX hospitality group invigorates corporate structure
Thailand-based ONYX Hospitality Group has reinforced its expansion plan, with a number of strategic hires and promotions which focus on the areas needed to achieve the group’s core business objectives, including its vision to be the best medium-sized hospitality management company in Southeast Asia. ONYX currently operates 44 properties, including 10 properties in development.
Deborah Rothe has been appointed Head of ITB Berlin at Messe Berlin GmbH
Deborah Rothe follows in the footsteps of David Ruetz as exhibition director of ITB Berlin, the World’s Leading Travel Trade Show. In December 2022, Ruetz became senior vice president of Travel + Logistics at Messe Berlin, in which role he oversees the ILA Berlin Airshow as well as the global ITB brand family, along with its strategic development.
