Santiago Rivera joins as managing director of the two properties overseeing guest experience and operations, and Javier Martinez joins Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya as hotel manager.
Costa Rica announces new Minister of Tourism
Minister Gustavo Segura resigned from his position, which has been filled by Gustavo Alvarado who has extensive experience in the governing body of tourism.
Amanda Hyndman named GM at Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong
In addition to managing the Group’s flagship property, she will oversee operations at The Landmark Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong, Mandarin Oriental, Guangzhou, Mandarin Oriental, Macau and Mandarin Oriental, Sanya.
Jonathan Crook named MD at The Peninsula Istanbul
Currently General Manager of The Peninsula New York since 2011, Mr. Crook’s tenure with The Peninsula Hotels spans over twenty years.
Jad Frem named Commercial Director at Conrad Maldives Rangali Island
Frem joins Conrad Maldives Rangali Island from Six Senses, where he held the role of Regional Director of Sales & Marketing overseeing the brand’s Indian Ocean properties.
Guy Heywood named CEO of Hotels at Habitas
Habitas has appointed Guy Heywood as CEO of Hotels, overseeing the management division, to support its rapid global growth.
Daniela Otero joins UNWTO Global Ethics Committee
Skål International CEO, member of the World Tourism Organization’s Global Ethics Committee.
John Edwards named CIO at WTS International
Bringing over 24 years of technology experience, Edwards will be responsible for leading IT strategy and project management and delivery in addition to overseeing the reliability and security of all IT systems and infrastructure.
Avani Dedhia named Associate Director MarCom at Absolute Hotel Services India
Avani has over 13 years of experience in hospitality, luxury, lifestyle, branding, media, publishing, communications, advertising, marketing, and public relations.
Theresa King named GM at Vermejo Hospitality
King was formerly the General Manager of Sierra Grande, where she was responsible for all operations and reservations for the retreat.
