Based in the Shanghai regional office, Ethan will lead the operations and development of the company’s portfolio of hotels and serviced apartments in China.
Carlos Hernandez named Senior Vice President at Hilton Grand Vacations
Hilton Grand Vacations announces the appointment of Carlos Hernandez as senior vice president and chief accounting officer.
Philipp Posch named Senior VP of Hospitality at Caruso
Building off the success of Rosewood Miramar Beach in Montecito, which opened its doors last year, Posch will lead the growth of Caruso’s hospitality division
Daniel Dolce named SVP of Business Development of M&R Hotel Management
In his new role, Dolce is responsible for growing the company’s portfolio of 23 third-party managed hotels by identifying appropriate opportunities, developing budgets and proformas, negotiating contracts and coordinating with the company’s executive, marketing, operations, and legal teams.
Mark Simmons named SVP at Forbes Travel Guide
Forbes Travel Guide announced the appointment of Mark Simmons to the role of Senior Vice President, Partner Services — Asia Pacific, to lead its operations in the region.
David Kelly named SVP Operations for Continental Europe at Hilton
Joining Hilton’s Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region from his current position overseeing Greater China and Mongolia, Kelly will oversee the operations of 57 hotels across 26 European countries.
Elizabeth Uber named Senior VP at Interstate Hotels & Resorts
Interstate Hotels & Resorts – a global hotel management company – announces the appointment of Elizabeth Uber as senior vice president of operations – select service.
Julienne Smith named Senior VP Development
In this role, Smith will lead a team responsible for increasing IHG’s presence in the U.S., Canada and the Caribbean for new-builds and conversions to the Crowne Plaza®, Hotel Indigo® and EVEN® Hotels brands. She will also lead the Transactions & Asset Management team, which is focused on growing and enhancing IHG’s relationship with owners and their hotels.
Jonathan Hamblett appointed Senior Vice President, Americas for HRS
Mr. Hamblett leads the company’s engagement with the hotel community in the Americas, from the world’s largest chains to a broad range of smaller groups and independent properties.
Jim Tierney to lead Hyatt Place and Hyatt House Development
Jim Tierney appointed as senior vice president of development and owner relations for the Hyatt Place and Hyatt House brands in North America.
