Brower has served as Executive VP of Operations for the G6 Hospitality brands since 2012 and In his expanded role, he will add oversight of franchise operations, furthering the brands’ integration efforts.
Marcel van Aelst steps down as President of Hotel Okura Amsterdam
On the day of his departure, Marcel van Aelst was made an Officer in the Order of Orange Nassau and received this honour from Amsterdam Mayor Eberhard van der Laan.
Deborah Cerrato named Corporate Controller for Benchmark
Deborah Cerrato was previously director of finance/controller for Hilton Hotels Corporation, serving at properties in Houston, Texas, Bakersfield, California, and Springfield, Oregon.
Michael MacLeod appointed Director of Sales and Marketing for Gateway Canyons Resort
Prior to joining the Gateway Canyons team, MacLeod most recently served as director of sales and marketing at Riviera Palm Springs within the Noble House family.
Hilton Asia Pacific strengthens leadership team with four new appointments
The promotions and appointments, all of which internal are Ben George – senior vice president, sales and revenue management, Asia Pacific, Michael Slaton – vice president, finance, Asia Pacific, Rupert Hallam – vice president, sales, Asia Pacific and Stephen Russell – vice president, operational effectiveness, Asia Pacific.
AccorHotels announces new General Manager appointments in Australia
Eight new general managers have assumed positions in Pullman, ibis, ibis Styles and Mercure properties around the country.
Shangri-La Hotel, Xian welcomes Wei Bing Lim as new Executive Chef
Prior to joining Shangri-La Hotel, Xian, Lim previously worked at Traders Hotel, Beijing; Hotel Jen, Beijing; Shangri-La Hotel, Chengdu; Rasa Sayang Resort & Spa, Penang; and Westin Singapore.
Kevin Dowdell named Regional Director of Sales and Marketing for Gemstone Hotels and Resorts
Most recently, Dowdell served as director of sales and marketing for Marriott Hotels & Resorts in Macon Georgia.
Oliver Sedlinger to represent Steigenberger in China
Sedlinger will be responsible for enhancing the market presence and strengthening the positioning of the hotel brands within a market that is of great importance to the company group.
Tricia Shaw new Director of Catering and Wedding Muse at Kimpton’s Tideline Ocean Resort & Spa
After beginning her career as a wedding planeer, Shaw then served as the Director of Catering both at The Seagate Hotel in Delray Beach as well as the members-only Beach Club in Palm Beach.
