Originally from Austria, Beck has worked at upscale U.S. clubs and resorts for over 20 years in California, Colorado and Hawaii.
Tiffany S. Davis appointed General Manager of Bahia Mar Fort Lauderdale Beach
A veteran of 18 years with Hilton, most recently Davis served as General Manager of Hilton Key Largo in the upper Florida Keys.
Europe hotel industry passes U.S. in growth for the first time since 2010
In U.S. dollar constant currency, Europe’s year-end 2015 RevPAR growth reached +6.9%, while growth in the U.S. hit +6.3%.
Homewood Suites launches meal kit delivery service
Through its “Home Cooked Meals” program, Homewood Suites will offer a service that delivers pre-portioned ingredients so guests can cook fresh meals in their suite’s fully-equipped kitchen.
Christof Pignet promoted to General Manager of Acqualina Resort & Spa
Previously Hotel Manager of the resort, Christof will oversee all aspects of the resort and condominium operations, guest experiences, and employee enrichment.
Ramon Von Schükkmann moves to Director of Sales & Marketing at W South Beach
Von Schükkmann is a Starwood veteran who has speared sales and marketing efforts for multiple hotels in The Netherlands, Canary Islands (Spain), the Algarve in the south of Portugal, Mauritius and most recently in the United Arab Emirates before joining W South Beach.
Hotel RL Brooklyn Bed-Stuy set to open in early 2017
The future Hotel RL Brooklyn Bed-Stuy will have 70 guest rooms and will be the ninth Hotel RL location announced since the brand launched just over a year ago.
Dave Martinez named Director of Sales and Marketing at two Seattle Hyatt properties
With 16 years of experience within the Hyatt family, Martinez now brings his sales and marketing experience to Hyatt at Olive 8 and Grand Hyatt Seattle.
Jonathan Raz named Food and Beverage Director for Waldorf Astoria Orlando and Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek
Raz will manage the culinary program for the entire dual-hotel property, including 12 restaurant and bar outlets, in-room dining for 1,498 guest rooms and the extensive 175,000 square foot banquet facility.
Dolly Moreno named Director of Sales & Marketing at Honua Kai Resort & Spa
Moreno joined the Honua Kai Resort & Spa team in 2008 and served as Sales Manager and Reservations Manager prior to being named Director of Sales and Marketing.











