This new GM position in the Seychelles is not the first AVANI role for Thomas, who previously headed a task force in Sri Lanka, looking after AVANI Kalutara Resort and AVANI Bentota Resort & Spa.
Laura Tuerck appointed Spa Director at Montage Laguna Beach
Tuerck comes to Montage Laguna Beach from the Canyon Ranch SpaClub in Las Vegas where she had worked through various roles since 1999.
Troy Mathews named General Manager for San Antonio’s Hotel Contessa
A 20-year hotel industry veteran, Troy Mathews previously served as GM for the Santa Barbara Beach & Golf Resort, located on the Caribbean island of Curacao.
Archana Kawatra new Director of Sales and Marketing at Sofitel Abu Dhabi Corniche
Her 18-year career has spanned a number of hospitality disciplines in sales, marketing and guest relations.
Orhun Denizoglu new Director of Food and Beverage at Bangkok Marriott Hotel Sukhumvit
Denizoglu’s last assignment prior to Bangkok was with JW Marriott Medan in Indonesia, where he held the position of Director of Food and Beverage for the past 2.5 years.
Will Foden named Chef de Cuisine of Visconti Ristorante at the Hotel Granduca Austin
Most recently Foden, a graduate from the Culinary Institute of America, Hyde Park in New York, worked as executive chef at Garbo’s in Austin where he designed and executed the Garbo’s menu.
John Keating new GM at Fairmont St Andrews, Scotland
Originally from Ireland, Keating has worked within the hospitality industry for over 30 years and brings international experience in hotel operations and openings across a wide range of luxury properties and brands around the world.
Diana Bright Director of National Accounts for Santa Barbara Beach & Golf Resort
Diana Bright was previously account director, northeast, for the St. Regis Aspen Resort Hotel in Aspen, Colorado, where she received the President’s Club Award for extraordinary achievement.
Four Seasons Hotel Amman promotes Mali Carow to Hotel Manager
Four Seasons Hotel Amman is Carow’s seventh Four Seasons hotel that she has been a part of since the year 2000.
Bob Frear named Director of Sales and Marketing at Pendry San Diego
Frear first joined Montage Hotels & Resorts in July 2002 as part of the pre-opening team at Montage Laguna Beach.
