Bonke will oversee the strategic growth of the Loews family of brands, including Loews Hotels & Resorts, Loews Regency and the OE Collection, in addition to taking ownership of Sales, Marketing, Guest-Facing Technology and Public Affairs.
Jumeirah’s Gerald Lawless takes up new tourism and hospitality role at Dubai Holding
Stefan Leser will take up Lawless’s role as Group Chief Executive of Jumeirah Group, effective from 1 February 2016.
Wilbert Mason appointed new General Manager of The Landings St. Lucia
Mason joins The Landings after serving as General Manager at Seven Stars Resort in Turks and Caicos. Previously, he spent seven years at Peter Island Resort where he was both Rooms Division Manager and General Manager.
Barry Fleischmann new Director of Development for Carlson Rezidor Australasia
Fleischmann will be responsible for signing new management contracts and franchise agreements as well as strengthening relationships with owners and initiating new strategic partnerships with property developers in Australasia to accelerate Carlson Rezidor’s growth in the sub-region.
Soha El Torgoman named Cluster General Manager for the Ramses Hilton & Hilton Cairo World Trade Center Residence
Soha has more than 35 years of experience in the hospitality industry as she joined Hilton International in 1981 where she held various managerial positions; her most recent was General Manager of Hilton Hurghada Resort.
Sietse Nabben new General Manager of San Francisco’s Hotel Zelos
Sietse Nabben was previously area general manager for Casa Madrona Hotel and Spa, located in Sausalito, California, as well as The Lodge at Tiburon, located in Tiburon, California. Prior to this role, he held numerous leadership positions for hotels located in Boston, Munich, Chicago and San Francisco.
Elias J. Moukarzel new GM for Hilton Dead Sea Resort & Spa and King Hussein Bin Talal Convention Centre
Moukarzel moves back to Jordan from his previous position as General Manager at Hilton Capital Grand Hotel in Abu Dhabi.
Sture Myrmell appointed President of P&O Cruises Australia
Sture Myrmell, who is currently Senior Vice President P&O Cruises, will take responsibility for managing the brand’s operations, effective January 1, 2016.
Springer-Miller names Michael McCarthy President & CEO
Springer-Miller Systems (SMS) has announced the appointment of Michael McCarthy as President & CEO.
Mehmet Bahtiyar new General Manager of Renaissance Boca Raton
With over 15 years of hotel industry experience Bahtiyar, will elevate Renaissance Boca Raton overall day-to-day operations.
