Hotel Co 51 is promoting experienced hospitality professional Wayne Androliakos as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Wayne Androliakos took over the CEO reins on 1 June, succeeding Tobias Linder who stays within the Vastint Group as the new Head of Asset Management for Vastint Holding B.V.
Aurelie Chiaffi appointed Spa Director at The Westin Bora Bora Resort & Spa
The Westin Bora Bora Resort & Spa, a premier resort opening this Summer 2024 in Bora Bora, today announced the appointment of Aurélie Chiaffi as Spa Director, overseeing both The Westin Bora Bora Resort & Spa and The St. Regis Bora Bora Resort. With over a decade of experience in hotel spas across French Polynesia, Aurélie Chiaffi brings a wealth of expertise and passion to her new role and will curate an array of treatments inspired by local Polynesian wellness traditions and modalities for the resort’s soon-to-open Heavenly Spa Bora Bora.
Don Crowe appointed Senior VP, Operations at Dream Golf
Dream Golf, a collection of golf resorts and new properties in development, today announced that longtime Bandon Dunes General Manager Don Crowe has been named Senior Vice President of Operations. In his new position, Crowe will support operations at Bandon Dunes and Sand Valley resorts and establish operations teams, policies, and processes at Rodeo Dunes, under construction in Colorado, and additional properties currently being evaluated or developed.
Bradley Cance appointed new General Manager at The Ritz – Carlton Bacara
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara– the premier resort by the sea on the Gaviota Coast, welcomes Bradley Cance as General Manager. Cance’s career in luxury hospitality has spanned over three decades and includes General Manager roles at The Ritz-Carlton, Tiburon in Naples, St. Louis, Palm Beach, Pentagon City and Washington, D.C. Cance has celebrated success in every property he has managed, whether achieving five diamonds and five stars for his hotels or leading a $125 million renovation and rebirth of The Ritz-Carlton in Palm Beach.
TJ Helms appointed new Director Group of Sales at Thompson Denver
TJ Helms has been appointed as Director of Group Sales at the Thompson Denver, the two-year old lifestyle hotel in Denver’s vibrant LoDo neighborhood!
Richard Holtzman appointed Operations, Asset Management and Stakeholder Engagement at The Athens Group
Hospitality industry leader Richard Holtzman has joined The Athens Group (Athens Group), a full-service real estate development company specializing in the creation of luxury resorts and urban hotels, branded and non-branded luxury residences, home sites and communities, as well as golf courses, spas and related recreational amenities. With over four decades of experience and leadership, Holtzman will serve as a principal and vice president of hospitality. In his role, Holtzman will be responsible for the company’s core operations and asset management disciplines in addition to assisting in the growth and management of Athens Group’s portfolio of projects, and its strategic partners and relationships including capital partners and hotel operators.
Rob Smith named President and Chief Executive Officer of Stonebridge Companies, LLC
Stonebridge Companies, LLC (“Stonebridge”), a Denver-based innovative, privately-owned hotel management company boasting a diverse range of full-service, select-service, and extended-stay properties, announced today the appointment of Rob Smith as President and Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Smith will join the company in July to oversee the operations of Stonebridge. He will lead the development and execution of the organization’s long-term strategies and report to Stonebridge’s Board of Directors. Mr. Smith will succeed Navin Dimond, who founded Stonebridge in 1991, and will, upon Mr. Smith’s appointment, be elevated to the role of Chairman.
Dusit strengthens its development team to propel global hotel expansion
Dusit International, one of Thailand’s leading hotel and property development companies, has strengthened its global development team with two key appointments to spearhead hotel development efforts for Dusit Hotels and Resorts across Asia-Pacific, the Middle East, Europe, and Africa.
Rajeev Neolia promoted Director of Sales at Shangri-La Eros New Delhi
On the other hand, a proud alumnus of Kanpur University, Rajeev Neolia, hails from the vibrant city of Lucknow. Throughout his career, Rajeev has played a key role in the success of multiple eminent names, including The Lalit – New Delhi, The Grand – New Delhi, and The Jaypee Palace – Agra.
Edouard Grosmangin appointed Regional Vice President, Mexico and South America at Rosewood Hotels & Resorts, Mexico and South America
Rosewood Hotels & Resorts® is pleased to announce the appointment of Edouard Grosmangin as Regional Vice President, Mexico and South America, effective May 1, 2024. This strategic move comes after Edouard’s remarkable leadership as Managing Director of Rosewood São Paulo, where he has played a pivotal role in the continued success of the renowned hotel since its launch in 2022.
