His most recent roles were resort manager and general manager of Soneva Kiri Thailand and Soneva Jani Maldives respectively – resorts renowned for their commitment to sustainability.
Zeynep Incekara named GM at Six Senses Kocataş Mansions
Zeynep Incekara comes on board as General Manager for the soon-to-be-open Six Senses Kocataş Mansions in Istanbul, Turkey.
Elizabeth Faler named GM at The Ritz-Carlton Cleveland
Faler brings an illustrious sixteen-year luxury hospitality career to The Ritz-Carlton Cleveland, where she will oversee all operations for the 206-room luxury hotel.
Bill Lee named GM for Hilton University of Florida Conference Center
Bill Lee was previously Benchmark’s general manager at The Grove Resort Orlando, where he successfully led the property from its pre-opening phase on forward.
Michael Sorgenfrey named VP Operations at Kempinski Hotels
Michael’s journey in hospitality started back in 1985, with the first role as Apprenticeship Chef with Kempinski Hotel Atlantic Hamburg.
David Kelly named SVP Operations for Continental Europe at Hilton
Joining Hilton’s Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region from his current position overseeing Greater China and Mongolia, Kelly will oversee the operations of 57 hotels across 26 European countries.
Sarah Villeneuve named EVP and Director at Pinnacle Advisory
With a diverse range of practical hospitality experience, Ms. Villeneuve joins Pinnacle as an Executive Vice President, and will lend her expertise to assignments throughout the Mid Atlantic, supporting both the Washington DC and Pinnacle Offices throughout the US.
Derek Ellis named GM at The Westin Kierland
Industry veteran brings more than 25 years of hotel management experience to the newly enhanced Scottsdale resort.
Garette Ziem named DOSM at The Redbury New York
In this position, Ziem will oversee the property’s sales and marketing efforts and provide strategic direction designed to impact the hotel’s growth and development.
Romain Meiran named GM at La Réserve Paris Hotel and Spa
Before joining La Réserve, Romain was General Manager of Cheval Blanc Courchevel for five years and most recently General Manager of Cheval Blanc Paris overseeing the operations of and preparation for the 2020 opening.
