Grand Hyatt Playa del Carmen Resort is pleased to announce the appointment of luxury hospitality professional Ledia Cmara as the new director of the Cenote Spa. Ms Cmara joins the luxury Playa del Carmen resort as part of an ambitious project that promises to further position the Cenote Spa as one of the world’s most renowned destination spas.
Hilton appoints Sumindi Peiris Vice President of Global Marketing, Luxury and Lifestyle Brands
Hilton today announced Sumindi Peiris as Vice President of Global Marketing, Luxury and Lifestyle Brands. A senior marketing professional, Ms Peiris brings more than 20 years of international experience to the role, where she will lead all luxury marketing, digital and public relations initiatives as well as oversee the strategic development of global positioning for Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts.
Michael Bonsor named Managing Director of Rosewood London
Michael Bonsor has been named Managing Director of Rosewood London, after acting as the Hotel Manager since the hotel opened in High Holborn in 2013. During his role as Hotel Manager, Rosewood London has won multiple awards including AA Hotel of the Year and Cond Nast UK Hotel of the Year.
Duetto announces Michael Schffner as head of its new office in Germany
Duetto, the market leader in hotel profit optimization technology, has announced that it has appointed to Michael Schffner to head sales and service in the ÒDACHÓ region of German-speaking countries of Europe, which are Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.
Benchmark appoints new Director of Operations for The Grove Resort and Spa Orlando
Benchmark, a global hospitality company, has named Tobby Rau director of operations for The Grove Resort and Spa Orlando. The 878 room all-suite hotel, which is a Benchmark Resorts and Hotels property, opened its first phase on March 10, 2017, just minutes from Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida.
Diarmuid Dwyer appointed General Manager of 1,931-room New York Hilton Midtown
New York Hilton Midtown has appointed Diarmuid Dwyer to the position of General Manager, effective April 3. In his new role, Mr Dwyer will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the iconic 1,931-room hotel situated on Sixth Avenue between West 53rd and West 54th Streets in the epicenter of Midtown Manhattan.
Riddian Davies has been appointed General Manager at London Marriott Hotel Park Lane
Riddian Davies joins London Marriott Park Lane Hotel, which completed an extensive renovation in 2015, following successful General Manager roles in London at The Royal Horseguards Hotel and One Whitehall Place.
Empire Resorts announces appointment of Ryan Eller as President and Chief Operating Officer
Empire Resorts has announced the appointment of Ryan Eller as President and Chief Operating Officer of Empire effective immediately. In his new role, Mr Eller will oversee the development of the companyÕs resort casino in Sullivan County, New York and the companyÕs operations at the Monticello Casino and Raceway.
Kristina Turner appointed Director of Marketing at Grand Cypress in Orlando
Benchmark, a global hospitality company, has named Kristina Turner Area Director of Marketing for the Forbes Four Star-rated Villas of Grand Cypress, a Gemstone Collection property, and The Grove Resort and Spa Orlando, a Benchmark Resorts and Hotels property that opened its first phase on March 10.
Raquel Martn takes Spa La Manga Club to the next stage
The five-star La Manga Club resort in Murcia, south-east Spain, has named experienced marketeer Samuel Gmez-Rey as the new Assistant Director of Resort Marketing, while Raquel Martn has been appointed as the new Director of the resortÕs luxury Spa La Manga Club.











