By joining forces, CHG and the Arjomand Group will grow CHG’s collection of hotel, restaurant and nightlife brands in the United States and Middle East.
Collinson Group Appoints Lars Holmquist as SVP Group Business Development for the Americas
The 25-year veteran of loyalty, travel and payments industries to drive expansion into North and South America.
Felip Boyero appointed Managing Director of the Americas for Room Mate Hotels
In this newly created role, Boyero will lead Madrid-based hospitality company’s expansion into new markets including Los Angeles, Chicago, San Francisco and Boston.
Cachet Hotel Group appoints new leadership team to oversee the Americas
Meredith Gelacak joins CHG in a newly created position, as President of Hotel Operations – Americas, Yvonne Choi has been promoted to Chief Development Officer – Americas and Global Head of Residential, and Tiina Martin is now Managing Director of Interior Design – Americas.
Michael Torres appointed IHG’s Vice President, Corporate Communications, The Americas
As the chief communications officer, Torres will also serve on the Americas Regional Executive Committee and be based in Atlanta.
Carlson Rezidor names Jeffrey Freund Senior VP Midscale Brands, Americas
Freund has served Carlson Rezidor in a number of positions throughout his career, including general manager roles in the United States and abroad.
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.
Michael Mestraud appointed GM of Four Seasons Resort and Residences Jackson Hole
Mestraud arrived in Jackson Hole after 15 years with Four Seasons in both urban and resort locales.
Angie McPetrie named RLHC Regional Vice President of Lodging Development, Central Region
McPetrie joins Red Lion from IHG, where she was Regional Vice President and Director managing new franchise agreements, retentions and management agreements for the Hotel Indigo, EVEN Hotels and Crowne Plaza upscale hotel brands.
Edd Karlan appointed Director of Sales and Marketing for new Hilton West Palm Beach
Karlan has been with Hilton for 26 years, most recently leading the sales team at the 1242-room Hilton Atlanta, a position he held since 2007.