New General Manager brings 18 years’ experience with Four Seasons to Pudong’s luxurious property Pudong, Shanghai, China, 2019-Jul-29 — /Travel PR News/ — With a tenure in Four Seasons that began in 2001, Martin Cody brings a wealth of experience, expertise and passion to Four Seasons Hotel Pudong, Shanghai that is sure to continue the property’s success and special… Read the full news article
Building more than twenty years of experience with Four Seasons, Massimiliano Musto arrives in the Cradle of Renaissance to lead the iconic urban resort Florence, Italy, 2019-Jul-29 — /Travel PR News/ — “This is like coming home for me,” indicates Massimiliano Musto, known as Max, about his new assignment as General Manager of Four Seasons Hotel Firenze. A… Read the full news article
Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2019-Jul-26 — /Travel PR News/ — 37-year old Nils Arnold has continued a meteoric career by being appointed as General Manager of the IntercityHotel located in the Saudi-Arabian capital of Riyadh with effect from 14 July. In his new job, he is responsible for all strategic business areas of an upper… Read the full news article
Leeds, UK, 2019-Jul-24 — /Travel PR News/ — We are pleased to announce the appointment of Joanna Wild as Chief Commercial Officer this summer. Joanna is highly experienced in the Airport and Retail sectors, delivering profit growth, commercial success and customer excellence. After previously holding roles of Customer Services Director at Thomas Cook Airlines and Managing… Read the full news article
BANGKOK, Thailand, 2019-Jul-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Avani Hotels & Resorts (www.avanihotels.com) is pleased to announce the appointment of new General Managers for three of its hotels – Avani Seychelles Barbarons Resort, Avani+ Luang Prabang in Laos and the upcoming Avani Ibn Battuta Dubai in the United Arab Emirates. Avani Ibn Battuta Dubai Scheduled to… Read the full news article
Hong Kong, China, 2019-Jul-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Cathay Pacific Airways today (July 19, 2019) announced the appointment of Lavinia Lau as Director Commercial with immediate effect. She is responsible for the passenger functions of Revenue Management and Sales and Distribution, together with Planning for both the passenger and freighter fleets and networks. Previously, Lavinia… Read the full news article
Vantaa, Finland, 2019-Jul-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Mika Järvinen has been appointed airport manager of Jyväskylä Airport, effective from 1 August 2019. Järvinen is transferring to Jyväskylä from his position as manager of apron operations at Helsinki Airport. The current manager of Jyväskylä Airport, Esa Kainulainen, retires at the end of August. Mika Järvinen has… Read the full news article
ARLINGTON, Va., 2019-Jul-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Interstate Hotels & Resorts – the leading U.S.-based global hotel management company – announces the appointment of Andrew J. Arthurs as chief information officer. Arthurs is responsible for the design and delivery of innovative technical and business solutions to meet the diverse needs of the company and its worldwide… Read the full news article
Langley, UK, 2019-Jul-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Travelport, a leading travel technology company, announced today (9 July 2019) that its board of directors has named Greg Webb, a proven leader with over 20 years of experience in the travel technology industry, as Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 August 2019. Mr. Webb succeeds Gordon Wilson,… Read the full news article
Hong Kong, China, 2019-Jul-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Wharf Hotels has appointed Balwin Yeung as Group Director Global Sales, strengthening its sales force with Balwin as a dynamic new addition to its expanding Sales and Marketing team. Leading the group’s Global Sales Offices across five continents, Balwin, a top sales achiever, will guide the hospitality… Read the full news article
Hong Kong, China, 2019-Jul-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Wharf Hotels has appointed Louis Ver as Group Director E-Commerce, expanding its Sales and Marketing force in this new role with Louis captaining its digital strategy and commercial business. Reporting to Sandy Russell, Vice President Sales & Marketing, Louis will be responsible for contributing to the… Read the full news article
Former Resort Manager led property through extensive renovation and enhancement Bora Bora, French Polynesia, 2019-Jul-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Diego Stembert has been named General Manager of Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora. A native of San Sebastian, Spain, Stembert has always been inspired by excellence and innovation. After earning his Diploma in International Hotel Management from… Read the full news article
Oversees culinary operations resort-wide including flagship Sundara Beach-Club Bali at Jimbaran Bay, Indonesia, 2019-Jul-09 — /Travel PR News/ — He’d moved countries before he could walk, and now Phillip Taylor’s globetrotting life has brought him to Bali as Executive Chef of Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay. At just 32 years old, he is one of… Read the full news article
Opfikon, Switzerland, 2019-Jul-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Swissport has appointed Dr. Peter Waller as Chief Financial Officer and member of Group Executive Management. He will succeed Dr. Christian Göseke, who notified Swissport of his desire to leave the company. Peter Waller will assume his duties on 1 September 2019. “We are delighted to win Peter… Read the full news article
Mumbai, India, 2019-Jul-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Mr. Sameer Dharkar Managing Director Absolute Hotel Services, Indian subcontinent & Middle East, is delighted to announce the appointment of Mr. Saurabh Jategaonkar as Regional Manager – Revenue & Distribution. Academically, Saurabh has a Degree in International Hospitality Management from the Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh UK, along with… Read the full news article
Pieper will serve as senior vice president of fleet, finance and alliances SEATTLE, WASHINGTON, 2019-Jun-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Alaska Airlines today (June 11, 2019) announced that Nathaniel Pieper will join the company Aug. 1 as senior vice president of fleet, finance and alliances. With more than 20 years in the airline industry, Pieper brings a wealth of aviation… Read the full news article
Geneva, Switzerland, 2019-Jun-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Mr. Martin R. Smura takes the helm as new Chief Executive Officer of the Kempinski Group on 1st July. The 50-year old brings a vast amount of management experience and expertise from top international hotel Companies on five continents: his most recent remit was that of Executive Chairman… Read the full news article
Hawaii, Lanai, U.S.A., 2019-Jun-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Resorts Lanai named Jessica Candy as Spa Director, responsible for overseeing daily spa operations, including staff training, treatments and retail, fitness facilities as well as the Resort’s yoga and wellness program. Candy has a distinguished spa and wellness background with over 15 years of experience in the spa industry. … Read the full news article
Jakarta, Indonesia, 2019-May-31 — /Travel PR News/ — Yonatan Kachko has been named General Manager of Four Seasons Hotel Jakarta. He was most recently Hotel Manager at the iconic Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong, where he led an international team providing thoughtful, personalised service to the Hotel’s high profile guests from around the world. Yonatan’s interest in hospitality,… Read the full news article
Toronto, Canada, 2019-May-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, the world’s leading luxury hospitality company, today (May 28, 2019) announced that its Board of Directors has named John Davison as President and Chief Executive Officer effective immediately. Davison, a nearly 18-year veteran of Four Seasons, had been serving as interim CEO since the end… Read the full news article
BRUSSELS, Belgium, 2019-May-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Radisson Hotel Group is pleased to announce the appointment of Sergio Amodeo as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of Radisson Hospitality AB, and member of the Global Steering Committee for Radisson Hotel Group, effective 1 June 2019. Sergio joins Radisson Hotel Group from TeamSystem Group, the leading management software… Read the full news article
NORWALK, Conn., 2019-May-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Booking Holdings (NASDAQ: BKNG) today (May 14, 2019) announced the appointment of Sue D’Emic as Senior Vice President, Chief Accounting Officer and Controller. Ms. D’Emic joins Booking Holdings from Time Inc., where she most recently served as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. Ms. D’Emic will oversee Booking Holdings’ Tax, External Reporting and Corporate… Read the full news article
Hong Kong, China, 2019-May-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Bill Taylor has been named Regional Vice President and General Manager of Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong, overseeing key properties in Shenzhen and Guangzhou – his first appointment in Asia. He was most recently Regional Vice President and General Manager of Four Seasons Hotel Boston. A veteran hotelier, Taylor’s… Read the full news article
ROCKVILLE, Md., 2019-Apr-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world’s largest lodging franchisors, today (April 24, 2019) announced that Brian Bainum has joined its board of directors. Bainum is a management consultant and also serves as a director at SunBridge Capital Management, LLC. He has a diverse background in enterprise digital… Read the full news article
Beirut, Lebanon, 2019-Apr-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Beirut announces the appointment of Cornelia Mitlmeier as Hotel Manager of the landmark urban Hotel located in the heart of Downtown Beirut. Born and raised in Germany, Mitlmeier has come a long way from her beginnings as an apprentice in the food and beverage industry. Following her… Read the full news article
Seattle, U.S.A., 2019-Apr-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Seattle welcomes Angelica Palladino as the General Manager of the downtown luxury hotel near Pike Place Market. She will manage the overall operations of the Hotel, including Goldfinch Tavern and The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Seattle, while also overseeing owner and brand relations. In addition to leading a group of 300… Read the full news article
Gatwick, UK, 2019-Apr-24 — /Travel PR News/ —Air Partner plc (“Air Partner”), the global aviation services group, is pleased to announce the appointment of Kevin Macnaughton as Managing Director, Charter, with immediate effect. Kevin is responsible for the development of the Charter division’s business strategy, and reports directly to Air Partner CEO Mark Briffa. Kevin… Read the full news article
BUDAPEST, Hungary, 2019-Apr-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Wizz Air Holdings Plc (“Wizz Air” or the “Company”), the largest low-cost airline in Central and Eastern Europe, today (APR 17, 2019) announces the appointment of Andrew S. Broderick to the Board of the Company as non-independent non-executive director with effect from 16 April 2019. Andrew S…. Read the full news article
Director Sam Ruda takes over East Coast’s largest port at time when cargo volumes continue at record levels; New director tasked with driving continued growth and implementing visionary Port Master Plan, a strategic blueprint to deal with continuing growth over the next 30 years; Bethann Rooney, a 26-year Port Authority veteran, assumes new role as… Read the full news article
Vancouver, BC, Canada, 2019-Apr-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Rosewood Hotel Georgia, Vancouver’s renowned luxury hotel, is pleased to announce Safwan Abu Risheh’s return to the prestigious property as managing director. A key member of the hotel’s opening leadership team, Mr. Abu Risheh is highly committed to upholding Rosewood Hotel Georgia’s reputation as a legendary hotel… Read the full news article