Prior to his most recent role as a consultant, Brown worked with Sage Hospitality Group in Denver, as VP of People Resources and he has also worked in HR roles with with St. Giles Hotels in New York City, Morgans Hotel Group in New York City, and Personality Hotels in San Francisco.
David Child appointed General Manager of Bethesda Marriott
Most recently, Child returned to the Renaissance Washington, D.C., Dupont Circle where he set profit and revenue records as the General Manager.
Karen Di Fulgo promoted to Chief People Officer at Benchmark
Karen Di Fulgo was previously Benchmark’s senior vice president human resources, a position she was appointed to in 2015.
Rebecca Kwan appointed Senior Vice President of Sales at Dorsett Hospitality
Rebecca in her additional role, will also be supporting UK sales and hotel revenue related matters alongside her reposnsibilities in Hong Kong
Arne Sorenson named 2016 Washington Business Journal CEO of the Year
Mr. Sorenson receives this recognition just a few months after Marriott completed its acquisition of Starwood Hotels and Resorts. Marriott now operates or franchises more than 6,000 properties in over 120 countries and territories.
Chris Austin named Senior Vice President of Global Sales and Marketing
Prior to joining Seabourn, Chris spent the past 30 years of his career with Starwood Hotels & Resorts, most recently serving as Vice President, Global Leisure, Luxury & TMC Sales
Terry Bichsel announced as Board Chairman of Best Western Hotels and Resorts
Bichsel brings more than 40 years of experience in the hospitality industry, having held executive management positions at several notable companies.
Jorge Herrera awarded for Tourism Excellence as Managing Director of Unlimited Vacation Club
Named after Mexico’s President from 1946 to 1952, the Miguel Alemán Valdés Award for Tourism Excellence was created in 1989 to recognize distinguished professionals who have significantly impacted tourism in Mexico.
Jenny Na named Benchmark’s Regional Director of Finance Operations
Jenny Na was previously director of finance for Park Central Hotel San Francisco, overseeing $100 million in annual hotel revenue operations.
On the Move – November 2016
Hospitality people are always On the Move! Keep track of your colleagues and friends through our listing of appointments and promotions, sorted by region.
