Appointments
Ben Thomas appointed as Highgate’s chief operating officer in Europe
International real estate, hotel management, and development company Highgate announced the appointment of Ben Thomas as its new chief operating officer for Europe.
WTTC appoints Andrea Grisdale as the Vice Chair of ‘Together in Travel’
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) announced Andrea Grisdale, Founder and CEO of IC Bellagio as Vice Chair of its new initiative, Together in Travel, alongside thirteen founding partners.
Jean Paul Lourdes is the new culinary director at The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore
The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore has formally appointed New Zealander chef Jean Paul Lourdes as its new culinary director.
Emma Duangphophim is new executive sous chef at Banyan Tree Krabi
Banyan Tree Krabi announced the appointment of seasoned culinary professional Ammaraporn “Emma” Duangphophim as their new executive sous-chef.
FCM Travel appoints Michelle Jolley as SVP of Global Marketing
FCM Travel, the flagship large market business travel division of Flight Centre Travel Group (ASX:FLT), announced the appointment of Michelle Jolley as the new SVP of Global Marketing.
2L Collection appoints Adrien Kobeh as Director of Sales
2L Collection, the French hospitality group known for curating luxury experiences, announces the appointment of Adrien Kobeh as its new Director of Sales.
Chris Hall is new APAC managing director for the Globus Family of Brands
The Globus family of brands (GFOB) announced the appointment of Chris Hall as its new managing director in the Asia Pacific.
Julien Mattei appointed as new CIO of a&o Hostels
Julien Mattei, 36, has been appointed as the new Chief Investment Officer of Europe's largest hostel chain, a&o Hostels.
FCM Meetings & Events UK appoints Rosalie Hands as Head of Events
With over eight years of experience in the events industry, MS Hands has built a career marked by passion, innovation, and excellence.
IHG appoints Bryan Chan as its new vice-president for development in Southeast Asia and Korea
IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) announced the appointment of Bryan Chan as its new vice-president for development in South East Asia and Korea today, 6th March.
Matthew Rutherford is Princess Cruises’ new vice-president in the Asia Pacific
Cruise industry veteran Matthew Rutherford is set to step into a newly-created role as Princess Cruises’ vice-president for the Asia Pacific come April 2025.
Motorsport star Bianca Bustamante is Priority Pass’s new APAC brand advocate
Colinson International’s airport experiences programme Priority Pass announced a collaboration with Elite Motorsport’s Filipino racer Bianca Bustamante today, 5th March.
Leadership changes announced for Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas Cruises
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings (NCL) chief luxury officer Jason Montague announced a number of leadership changes within Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas Cruises on Monday, 3rd March.
Kisawa Sanctuary appoints Nazik Amrani as General Manager
Kisawa Sanctuary, the award-winning 300-hectare beach escape on Benguerra Island has appointed Nazik Amrani as General Manager.
Urban Resort Concepts announces new executive appointments
Luxury urban resort specialist Urban Resort Concepts (URC) recently announced the appointment of senior executives to lead its corporate team.
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