Von Schükkmann is a Starwood veteran who has speared sales and marketing efforts for multiple hotels in The Netherlands, Canary Islands (Spain), the Algarve in the south of Portugal, Mauritius and most recently in the United Arab Emirates before joining W South Beach.
JP Kavanagh appointed as General Manager of Belmond Grand Hibernian
Joining Belmond from the Doyle Collection’s Kensington Hotel in London, Kavanagh returns to his hometown of Dublin to draw on his specialist knowledge of the destination in preparation of the launch of Belmond Grand Hibernian.
Dave Martinez named Director of Sales and Marketing at two Seattle Hyatt properties
With 16 years of experience within the Hyatt family, Martinez now brings his sales and marketing experience to Hyatt at Olive 8 and Grand Hyatt Seattle.
Klaus Johansen joins Scandic as Vice President Group and International Sales
Klaus Johansen takes on this new Scandic position coming from his previous role as Commercial & Ancillaries Director within TUI Group.
Best Western announces key promotions in marketing and operations
Tammy Lucas has been promoted to Vice President of Marketing and Bruce Wienberg to Vice President of Operations.
Aaron Greenman promoted to Executive Vice President of Acquisitions & Development for Europe by Interstate Hotels & Resorts
During his tenure with the company, Interstate has added approximately 100 management agreements under Greenman’s guidance, making Europe one of Interstate’s fastest growing regions.
Jonathan Raz named Food and Beverage Director for Waldorf Astoria Orlando and Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek
Raz will manage the culinary program for the entire dual-hotel property, including 12 restaurant and bar outlets, in-room dining for 1,498 guest rooms and the extensive 175,000 square foot banquet facility.
Thomas Kochs appointed Managing Director, Hotel Cafe Royal, London
He most recently held the position of General Manager of Claridge’s part of Maybourne Hotel Group for the past five years.
Byron Harrel named One Ocean Resort & Spa First Resort Chef
Harrel’s extensive professional experience spans more than 15 years at an array of four- and five-star resorts and hotels throughout the country.
Dolly Moreno named Director of Sales & Marketing at Honua Kai Resort & Spa
Moreno joined the Honua Kai Resort & Spa team in 2008 and served as Sales Manager and Reservations Manager prior to being named Director of Sales and Marketing.
