Saya’s last positions were as Executive Pastry Chef at Diamond Hotel Manila and Executive Pastry Chef Jumeirah Messilah Kuwait.
Starwood announces leadership changes in global brand organization
To lead this effort, Starwood has appointed John Peyton to the new role of Senior Vice President, Brands and Shared Services.
Benchmark names Todd Felsen Senior Vice President of Operations
Felsen most recently held the position of vice president, operations for Benchmark Hospitality, a position he was appointed to in 2013.
Amr Mekkawi first Dusit Director of Sales, Saudi Arabia
Dusit International has announced that it has opened a Regional Sales Office in the Saudi capital city of Riyadh to be lead by Amr Mekkawi as Director of Sales, Saudi Arabia.
Two new Business Development Execs at The Langham, Hong Kong
Ricky Li is the new Director of Business Development – China, and Betty Yan is Director of Business Development – Corporate.
On the move – April 2015
Hospitality people are always On the Move! Keep track of your colleagues and friends through our listing of appointments and promotions, sorted by region.
Kirk Jones named Senior VP of Finance for Benchmark Hospitality
Prior to joining Benchmark Hospitality, Jones was executive vice president of finance for Capella Hotel Group, a company with a portfolio of independent and branded properties across the globe.
Kornél Magyar new Musical Director at Aria Hotel Budapest
Magyar is responsible for curating the hotel’s extensive music library collection, managing the ambient audio in all common spaces, liaising partnerships with neighboring music venues, and coordinating musical experiences for guests in and beyond the hotel.
Carmen Cruz new GM to lead renovations at Hotel Zephyr Fisherman’s Wharf
Cruz’s experience includes European luxury, 5-star, 5-diamond and boutique hotels, in addition to small luxury properties and hotels with up to 2,000 rooms.
Greg Burgett new VP Development for the Midwest at Carlson Rezidor Americas
A veteran of the hospitality industry, Burgett joins Carlson Rezidor from The Vantage Hospitality Group, where he served as regional vice president of development.
