EOS Hospitality is pleased to announce the appointment of Mark Keiser as President & Chief Development Officer. In this new roles, Keiser will continue to define EOS Hospitality’s strategic direction, manage overall operations, and not only expand but diversify the company’s portfolio of unique and first-in-class assets. Veterans of the hospitality industry, Mais and Keiser have more than fifty years of combined experience in development, operations and management. Founded in 2017, EOS’ rapid growth can be greatly attributed to Mais and Keiser, with the company more than doubling in size every year since 2019. EOS currently operates a portfolio of 50 hotels with more than 7,000 keys, making it one of the fastest growing hotel companies in the U.S.
Karl Markgraf appointed new FTI GROUP CEO
Change of leadership at Europe’s third-largest tour operator: From 1 July 2023, the FTI GROUP will be led by Karl Markgraf. He will become Managing Director, take over the position of CEO of the group and retain his position as CIO, thus steering the GROUP in a dual function. At the same time, the company is reshaping the Supervisory Board: Wolfgang Altmüller and Dr Florian Amereller are leaving the Board. They will be replaced by Naguib S. Sawiris, controlling shareholder of the FTI GROUP, who will take over the Chairman role, and Ralph Schiller, the former CEO of the FTI GROUP, who will take over a new role as Deputy Chairman.
InnSpire appoints Anne Frye as President, the Americas
InnSpire, the leading provider of a comprehensive technology suite that helps drive a seamless, world-class guest experience for some of the world’s most iconic hotels and brands, today announced the appointment of Anne Frye to the role of President, of the Americas. Since joining InnSpire in mid-2022, Frye has served as the company’s Vice President of Growth & Business Development. In her new role, she will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of all InnSpire solutions and services within North and South America, as well as ensuring the successful delivery of InnSpire’s award-winning “digital guest journey” solutions to hotels and resorts across the region.
Nomadix appoints Hospitality Technology Sales Leader Jeff Johns
Nomadix® Inc., bringing connected experiences to life, today announced the appointment of Jeff Johns, hospitality and energy management technology sales veteran, to Nomadix as Global VP of EMS Business Development. He brings over two decades of experience in sales leadership, product planning and energy management technology adoption. Johns will lead the Nomadix Energy Management Solutions (EMS) portfolio to bring a new set of solutions to Nomadix’s reseller channel in both the hospitality and multi-tenant markets.
Terranea Resort appoints Chief Marketing Officer, Chad Bustos
Adding an accomplished marketing and branding professional to its executive team, Terranea Resort – a luxury 582-room oceanfront resort on the Palos Verdes Peninsula – has named hospitality industry veteran Chad Bustos as its chief marketing officer. In his new position, Bustos is charged with directing all strategy and brand development for the acclaimed Mediterranean-style resort – a lavish retreat with 102 acres of abundant natural beauty and breathtaking ocean views.
Park Hyatt New York appoints Denise Florio as Director of Sales and Marketing
Park Hyatt New York today announced the appointment of Denise Florio as Director of Sales & Marketing of the 210-room luxury, five-star urban resort located on West 57th Street in the heart of bustling Midtown Manhattan. Florio joins the iconic, award-winning property with nearly 20 years of Hyatt experience earned at numerous properties prior to joining Park Hyatt New York.
Hotel Bellevue announces the appointment of new General Manager, Gianluca Cugnetto
Lošinj Hotels & Villas is delighted to announce the appointment of Gianluca Cugnetto as the General Manager of the five-star Preferred Hotels & Resorts member Hotel Bellevue on Lošinj Island in Croatia.
Greg Liddell appointed General Manager of Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong and Area Vice President, Operations
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group is delighted to announce the appointment of Greg Liddell as General Manager, Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong and Area Vice President, Operations overseeing Mandarin Oriental, Macau and Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo.
The Omni Scottsdale Resort and Spa at Montelucia’s newly appointed Prado Chef de Cuisine, Chef Matthew Levy
The Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia is delighted to announce the appointment of Matthew Levy as the new Chef de Cuisine at Prado, the resort’s exquisite Spanish-inspired dining destination. Under the guidance of Executive Chef, Herve Cuyeu, with a culinary background deeply rooted in family tradition and a passion for creating extraordinary dishes, Levy brings his expertise and innovative approach to elevate the dining experience at Omni Montelucia.
Peg Hospitality Group announces Braden Nicholes as General Manager, The Advenire Autograph Collection
PEG Hospitality Group, the award-winning, Utah-based, full-service hospitality company, appoints Braden Nicholes to General Manager at The Advenire, Autograph Collection. Nicholes will oversee all aspects of day-to-day hotel operations, leading the team in delivering operational excellence and innovative guest experiences.
