Doris Greif takes up the new role of Senior VP Operations Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA), with Katie Benson replacing her as Regional VP for Europe, in addition to her role as General Manager of Jumeirah Carlton Tower in London.
Carlos Salazar appointed General Manager of Mukul Beach, Golf & Spa
Salazar’s diverse boutique-property portfolio includes serving as general manager of Bimini Bay Resort in the Bahamas and most recently, Belle Mont Farm at Kittitian Hill.
Tonny Kwan Lawrence appointed Executive Chef at Sudamala Suites & Villas
In a career spanning 15 years, Jakarta-native Chef Tonny has worked in luxury resorts throughout the world including Nora Buri Resort & Spa in Koh Samui, Naiade Diva Resort, Maldives, the Six Senses Hideaway at Zighy Bay in Oman, and the One and Only Royal Mirage in Dubai.
Hamish Dodds steps down as President and CEO of Hard Rock Café International
Dodds has decided to step down from his position in early 2017 to pursue new opportunities, but he will remain actively associated with Hard Rock’s philanthropic arm, The Hard Rock Heals Foundation.
Gary Hattendorf appointed GM of the Country Inn & Suites by Carlson, Anaheim
Prior to joining HMC, Hattendorf held positions throughout Southern California as the VP of Sales & Revenue for Fine Hospitality Group in Brea, GM of the Hilton Homewood Suites Anaheim, and GM of the Hilton Garden Inn in San Mateo, as well as positions with IHG, Radisson and Extended Stay Hotel brands.
Joseph Khairallah announced as new President of Marcus Hotels & Resorts
A 30-year Hyatt veteran, Khairallah joined Marcus Hotels & Resorts in 2013 as chief operating officer and in 2014 assumed day-to-day oversight for the hotel division.
Lindley Thomen appointed Resort Manager for Four Seasons Resort Mauritius
Prior to joining Four Seasons, Lindley held the role of general manager at The Ravenala Attitude, a position that followed his appointment as general manager for both Heritage Le Telfair and Heritage Awali.
Huseyin Deniz joins Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh as Executive Sous Chef
Before joining Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh Chef Deniz was executive chef at the Jumeirah Bodrum Palace in Aegean coast of Turkey.
Rosewood Hotel Group adds two senior appointments to Development team
Mr. Hicham Hassouni has joined Rosewood as Vice President – Development, Middle East and Mr. Robby Qiu as Vice President – Development, China.
Fadi Musharafieh appointed Hotel Manager of Four Seasons Hotel Beirut
His prior appointments include GM of Lancaster Hotels and Suites and senior management roles in Mövenpick Hotel and Resort Beirut and InterContinental Phoenicia Hotel in Beirut along with an academic role teaching for seven years Hospitality at Sagesse University Lebanon, affiliated with Lausanne Hotel School.
