The Marker, a boutique Joie de Vivre hotel located in San FranciscoÕs historic theater district, today announced the appointment of Benjamin Duverge as the General Manager. Since joining the team, Mr Duverge has implemented collaborations with non-profit organizations to support the local art and entertainment community.

Wischermann Partners is thrilled to announce the appointment of Chef Matthew Kajdan as Executive Chef for The Westin Jackson scheduled to open in early August 2017.ÊMr Kajdan will oversee Estelle, a modern wine barÊand bistro, and the entire food and beverage operation at the hotel, reinforcing The Westin JacksonÕs mission to boost travel and tourism in downtown Jackson.Ê

Strand Hospitality Services and Greenville Hospitality Investments have recently announced that Ms Polensky has been hired as the Director of Sales for the Microtel Inn & Suites in Greenville, N.C. Ms Polensky will oversee the day-to-day sales and marketing efforts of the hotel, which is located within minutes of Vidant Medical Center and Brody School of Medicine as well as East Carolina University.Ê

The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA)Êhas announced the appointment of Kevin Carey as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer. This newly created position marks a pivotal point in AHLAÕs recent evolution and will ensure that the organization is well positioned to build new revenue streams and further enhance value creation for its 24,000-strong membership base.Ê

Cleo Seaman has been appointed General Manager, Quay West Suites Sydney.ÊMs SeamanÊjoined Accor in November 2002 as Food and Beverage Manager at The Como Melbourne before moving to Front Office Manager in June 2005.

Live! Casino & HotelÊhas announced a key appointment to its Executive Team, naming Cynthia JonesÊVice President of Sales and Marketing for its Hotel Division.

Eric Horodas, President of Greystone Hotels has appointed Scott Ostrander as GM of the Hotel Griffon in San Francisco. With more than 25 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Mr Ostrander brings leadership experience and a dedication to service to his new role within Greystone Hotels.

Nanuku Auberge Resort Fiji has announced the appointment of Sascha Hemmannto the role of General Manager, effective immediately. A German national, Mr Hemmann needs little introduction to the international hospitality industry.

Frank Heller, the General Manager of the Charles Hotel in Munich, has been appointed as the new Regional Director of Rocco Forte HotelsÊin Germany. In this new function, he will be responsible for all three German Rocco Forte hotels, including the Hotel de Rome in Berlin and Villa Kennedy in Frankfurt.