Kandalaft was most recently Hotel Manager at Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills.
John E. Murray named Vice President of Human Resources at Marcus Corporation
Murray has 25 years of experience in labor and employment law.
Scandic recruits Jan Edgren as Vice President Technical Services
Edgren has extensive experience from the construction and real estate sectors and was most recently Development Director at Pembroke Real Estate.
Judy Hou named new Managing Director of The Emirates Academy of Hospitality Management
Judy Hou has over 20 years’ experience at some of the finest brands in international hospitality and higher education organisations in the USA, Asia and Europe; with her most recent position was the CEO of the Glion Institute of Higher Education in Switzerland.
Max Harris appointed as Conrad New York Director of Food & Beverage
Harris has nearly 10 years of experience to guide Conrad New York’s unique culinary programs, centered on creativity, innovation, and guest satisfaction.
Valery Welton appointed Director of Human Resources for Hotel Contessa, San Antonio
Ms Welton previously served as shipboard human resources manager for Viking Ocean Cruises and for Royal Caribbean International.
Collinson Group Appoints Lars Holmquist as SVP Group Business Development for the Americas
The 25-year veteran of loyalty, travel and payments industries to drive expansion into North and South America.
Sean McCarron appointed General Manager for Waldorf Astoria Orlando
With over 15 years of experience in luxury hotel management, McCarron will oversee the day-to-day operations of the property.
Sammy Carolus named new Grand Hyatt Taipei GM
Carolus relocates to Taipei with more than 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry.
Leslie Johnson named new Spa Director for The Spa at La Costa
In her new role, Johnson will be responsible for overseeing and creating the overall programming at The Spa at La Costa, which recently unveiled its new treatment menu for 2016.











