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Joan Bottarini to succeed Patrick Grismer as chief financial officer of Hyatt Hotels Corporation

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Patrick Grismer to Step Down, Succeeded by Joan Bottarini CHICAGO, ILLINOIS, 2018-Oct-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE:H) today (Oct. 8, 2018) announced that Patrick Grismer has resigned as chief financial officer, effective November 2, 2018, in order to assume the CFO position at Starbucks Corporation. Upon his departure, Grismer will be succeeded by Joan… Read the full news article

Steigenberger Hotel Riverside in Bangkok welcomes Douglas Maxwell Glen as General Manager

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Deutsche Hospitality will be represented in Thailand for the first time from 2020 Main, Germany, 2018-Oct-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Douglas Maxwell Glen has taken on the role of General Manager at the Steigenberger Hotel Riverside in Bangkok with effect from 1 October. 54-year old Mr. Glen, who is originally from the UK and… Read the full news article

IATA welcomes Karen Clayton as Corporate Secretary

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Geneva, Switzerland, 2018-Oct-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that Karen Clayton will join IATA as the Association’s Corporate Secretary effective April 2019. Clayton comes to IATA from Air New Zealand where she has held the role of General Counsel and Company Secretary since 2016. As Corporate Secretary, Clayton will ensure… Read the full news article

San Diego County Regional Airport Authority appoints Domenico D’Ambrosio as Vice President of Marketing, Innovation and Chief Revenue Officer

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SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA, 2018-Oct-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Domenico D’Ambrosio has been hired for the newly created position of Vice President of Marketing, Innovation and Chief Revenue Officer for the San Diego County Regional Airport Authority.  He starts October 3. D’Ambrosio comes to the Airport Authority from Verizon, where he most recently held the position of Market President, overseeing sales and operations in a market comprising 14 states. D’Ambrosio started… Read the full news article

Marcel Oostenbrink promoted to General Manager of Four Seasons Resort Seychelles

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Building upon years of resort experience, Oostenbrink rises from the position of Resort Manager to lead the luxury Seychelles resort Seychelles, 2018-Oct-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Following his two year tenure as the Resort Manager of Four Seasons Resort Seychelles, Marcel Oostenbrink has been promoted to General Manager of the luxury resort on Mahé Island. As General… Read the full news article

Four Seasons Hotel Toronto appointments: Giannicola Colucci as Executive Chef, Salar Alemi as Director of Marketing and Chad Merced as Director of Rooms

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Toronto, Canada, 2018-Oct-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Toronto announces three new additions to its decorated senior management team. The company flagship welcomes Giannicola Colucci as its new Executive Chef, overseeing the Hotel’s entire food and beverage program, including banquet operations. Known for his creative culinary storytelling and a passion for local produce, Colucci brings over… Read the full news article

Simon McGrath appointed General Manager of the upcoming Hilton Manila

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MANILA, Philippines, 2018-Oct-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Simon McGrath has been appointed General Manager of the upcoming Hilton Manila, which will be part of the Resorts World Manila integrated complex in Newport City, Pasay, Philippines. Prior to his appointment, he was the General Manager of DoubleTree by Hilton Johor Bahru in Malaysia, which he opened in… Read the full news article

AccorHotels appoints Jeff Tisdall as SVP, Development Residential and Extended Stay; and Andrew Langdon as SVP, Development Asia

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Paris, France, 2018-Oct-01 — /Travel PR News/ — AccorHotels announces two key appointments to it Development Team as the Group gears up for the next exciting phase of its growth. Jeff Tisdall has been appointed as Senior Vice President Development Residential and Extended Stay, while Andrew Langdon will take on the role of Senior Vice President Development Asia, responsible… Read the full news article

Benjamin Smith appointed Air France CEO for a transitional period

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PARIS, France, 2018-Sep-30 — /Travel PR News/ — On September 27, 2018, the Air France Board of Directors accepted Franck Terner’s resignation from his position of Air France CEO. Following Air France-KLM Board of Directors favorable vote, Benjamin Smith was appointed as Air France CEO for a transitional period ending no later than December 31, 2018…. Read the full news article

Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach names Federico Giovine as Director of Rooms

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Dubai, U.A.E, 2018-Sep-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach announces the appointment of Federico Giovine as Director of Rooms effective September 1, 2018. Born in Argentina, Federico is a third generation hotelier, following in the footsteps of his grandfather, uncles and cousins before him. His Four Seasons Journey began in Buenos Aires in… Read the full news article

Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach welcomes Renan Astolpho as Director of Food and Beverage

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Dubai, U.A.E., 2018-Sep-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach announces the appointment of Renan Astolpho to Director of Food and Beverage. A graduate of International Hospitality and Tourism Management from Bournemouth University in the UK, Renan started his career in hospitality as a manager at The Hoxton Grill London in 2007. Progressing to… Read the full news article

Hilton Quebec appoints Jean-Francois Lincourt as General Manager

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Quebec, Q.C., 2018-Sep-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Hilton Quebec, owned by InnVest Real Estate Investment Trust and managed by Hilton Management Services, today (September 24, 2018) appointed Jean-Francois Lincourt as General Manager. Most recently, Lincourt served as Hotel Manager of the Fairmont Copley Plaza. In his new role, Lincourt will be responsible for overseeing the… Read the full news article

Four Seasons Hotel Baltimore names Beverly Magee as the new General Manager

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Baltimore, U.S.A., 2018-Sep-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Baltimore welcomes Beverly Magee as the new General Manager to the downtown luxury hotel, who joins the team from Austin. A true leader in the industry whose reputation has made lasting impressions with her team, Magee brings nearly three decades of experience to the property. What began as… Read the full news article

Four Seasons Hotel at The Surf Club announces three new additions to its decorated executive team

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Surfside, Florida, U.S.A, 2018-Sep-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Hot on the heels of Cornelia Samara’s appointment to General Manager, Four Seasons Hotel at The Surf Club announces three new additions to its decorated executive team. The legendary oceanfront property welcomes Koji Akaboshi as its new Hotel Manager, overseeing the day-to-day operations at The Surf Club. With more than… Read the full news article

TFE Hotels names Jeremy Nordkamp as General Manager of The Calile Hotel, Brisbane opening later this month

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New South Wales, Australia, 2018-Sep-16 — /Travel PR News/ — TFE Hotels has appointed Jeremy Nordkamp as General Manager of Brisbane’s most exciting new address, The Calile Hotel, which is due to open later this month. Mr Nordkamp brings more than 10 years of experience in hospitality management and a wealth of knowledge to the… Read the full news article

Alaska Airlines appoints Shane Tackett to executive vice president of planning and strategy

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Proven leader known for innovation and analytical acumen to lead next phase of airline’s strategy as it optimizes market and financial performance of its now larger route network Seattle, Washington, 2018-Sep-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Alaska Airlines announced today (Sept. 11, 2018) the promotion of Shane Tackett to executive vice president of planning and strategy. Tackett… Read the full news article

Bombardier Transportation announces the appointment of Thomas Schmidt as the new head of global communications

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Berlin, Germany, 2018-Sep-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Mobility technology leader Bombardier Transportation has named Thomas Schmidt as the new head of global communications effective September 1, 2018. In his new role, Thomas Schmidt will lead all internal and external communications at Bombardier Transportation to further increase the impact and efficiency of its global communications… Read the full news article

Siam Kempinski Hotel Bangkok welcomes Jakob Yamac as Director of Food and Beverage

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Bangkok, Thailand, 2018-Sep-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Siam Kempinski Hotel Bangkok has appointed Jakob Yamac as Director of Food and Beverage. Jakob last pose was at the Address Boulevard Hotel in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, where he worked as Director of Food and Beverage for over two years. He began his career as a bartender… Read the full news article

Reed Kandalaft appointed General Manager of Four Seasons Hotel and Private Residences One Dalton Street, Boston

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Opening in early 2019, the city’s second Four Seasons hotel and residences will be located in Boston’s Back Bay neighbourhood Toronto, Canada, 2018-Sep-05 — /Travel PR News/ — In preparation for the debut of the second Four Seasons property in Boston, Reed Kandalaft has been appointed General Manager of Four Seasons Hotel and Private Residences One Dalton Street,… Read the full news article

Qantas to appoint Tony Tyler as a Non-Executive Director

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SYDNEY, Australia, 2018-Sep-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Qantas Chairman Leigh Clifford today (30TH AUGUST 2018) announced the intention to appoint Tony Tyler as a Non-Executive Director to the Board of Qantas Airways Limited. In welcoming Mr Tyler, the Chairman said he would bring significant experience in commercial aviation as well as in key overseas markets…. Read the full news article

Singapore Airlines appoints David Gledhill to its Board as independent non-executive director

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SINGAPORE, 2018-Sep-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Singapore Airlines is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr David Gledhill to its Board as independent non-executive director. Mr Gledhill will be appointed to the Board with effect from 1 September 2018. Dr Helmut Panke, who has been an independent non-executive director since 1 September 2009, will… Read the full news article

Radisson Hospitality welcomes Laurent Maes as Senior Vice President, Group Controlling and Business Planning

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BRUSSELS, Belgium, 2018-Sep-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Radisson Hospitality AB, publicly listed on Nasdaq Stockholm, Sweden and part of the Radisson Hotel Group, is proud to announce the appointment of Laurent Maes to the role of Senior Vice President, Group Controlling and Business Planning, effective 3 September 2018. Laurent joins Radisson Hospitality AB from… Read the full news article

Four Seasons Resort Whistler names Ali Mohammed as the new General Manager

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Four Seasons announces Ali Mohammed as General Manager to the world-class alpine resort Whistler, Canada, 2018-Aug-31 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Resort Whistler welcomes Ali Mohammed as the new General Manager, replacing Joerg Rodig. A true world resident, Ali Mohammed has travelled extensively throughout his nearly 20 years with Four Seasons. The journey began with a Security… Read the full news article

Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows names Ron Cohen as President and Chief Operating Officer

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Olympic Valley, Calif., 2018-Aug-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows and Alterra Mountain Company announced today (AUGUST 15, 2018) that Ron Cohen has been selected as President and Chief Operating Officer of Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows. Cohen has served as the interim President & Chief Operating Officer at the resort since April, 2018,… Read the full news article

Hilton Manila appoints Dennis Leslie as its Executive Chef

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MANILA, Philippines, 2018-Aug-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Hilton Manila hiltonmanila.com recently announced the appointment of Dennis Leslie as the hotel’s Executive Chef. “We are glad to welcome Chef Dennis Leslie to Hilton Manila. His culinary background is backed with a fine dining experience, having worked in five star and luxury branded hotels and restaurants around Europe and… Read the full news article

Four Seasons Resort Langkawi names Sandeep Bhagwat as its new Executive Chef

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Langkawi, Malaysia, 2018-Aug-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Resort Langkawi announces the appointment of Sandeep Bhagwat as theRresort’s new Executive Chef.  An accomplished chef, he brings a fresh gastronomic perspective and innovative approach to the acclaimed luxury resort, focusing on sustainable cuisine to elevate the epicurean experience. Chef Sandeep is responsible for overseeing the culinary operations of… Read the full news article

Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco announces the appointment of Joerg Rodig as General Manager

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San Francisco, U.S.A, 2018-Aug-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco announces Joerg Rodig as the General Manager to the downtown luxury hotel. Most recently, he was General Manager of Four Seasons Resort and Residences Whistler. A dynamic leader whose reputation as an innovator has made lasting impressions with his team, Rodig brings more than 20… Read the full news article

Boeing appoints Brendan Curran president of Boeing AvionX

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Brendan Curran brings diverse aerospace expertise to Boeing AvionX organization Newly-created position will further mature the company’s aftermarket strategy PLANO, Texas, 2018-Aug-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Boeing [NYSE: BA] today (Aug 13, 2018) named Brendan Curran president of Boeing AvionX, an organization formed last year to pursue the development and production of avionics and electronics systems. Curran,… Read the full news article

VisitScotland appoints Cheryl Chapman as new Development Manager for Orkney

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EDINBURGH, Scotland, 2018-Aug-15 — /Travel PR News/ — A desire to work with stakeholders and partners to grow sustainable tourism and the visitor economy is amongst the aims of VisitScotland’s new Development Manager for Orkney. Cheryl Chapman is based in the national tourism organisation’s Kirkwall local office. She first visited Orkney in 2011 with her… Read the full news article

Mehdi Eftekari will lead the team at the new Four Seasons Resort and Residences Napa Valley

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Unique resort features will include organic on-site vineyards and winery A destination restaurant showcasing local flavours Romantic retreats for couples and full-service programming for families Multiple pools and a world class spa Creative event spaces for up to 200 guests A streetside tasting room and general store Napa Valley, U.S.A., 2018-Aug-13 — /Travel PR News/… Read the full news article