Toronto, Canada, 2022-Jul-30 — /Travel PR News/ — When searching for a new Hotel Manager, the team at Four Seasons Hotel Toronto did not have to look far. With an unparalleled level of service built in the hands of its employees, Four Seasons takes pride in developing talent from within. As a well-tenured employee with a combined five… Read the full press release
The veteran hotelier is set to usher the urban retreat into a new era of hospitality Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 2022-Jul-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Arriving from the breezy coasts of Vietnam, Blaise Montandon brings with him a vibrant energy, a buoyant positivity, and a wealth of experience in luxury hospitality. Newly appointed as General Manager of Four… Read the full press release
Highly anticipated 235-key luxury hotel in heart of downtown Nashville hires experienced and talented hospitality professionals as it advances towards fall 2022 opening Nashville, USA, 2022-Jul-30 — /Travel PR News/ — The all-new Four Seasons Hotel and Private Residences Nashville, anticipated to open this September and now accepting reservations, announces key leadership appointments who will lead… Read the full press release
LAS VEGAS, NV, 2022-Jul-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Lisa Messina is joining the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) as Chief Sales Officer to lead and help grow meeting, convention and tradeshow sales for Las Vegas and for the Las Vegas Convention Center (LVCC), the LVCVA announced today. She will start in early September…. Read the full press release
Firmenich CEO recognized for impressive track record of strategic growth and purpose-driven initiatives Toronto, Canada, 2022-Jul-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, the world’s leading luxury hospitality company, today (July 18, 2022) announced the appointment of Firmenich CEO Gilbert Ghostine to its Board of Directors, representing long-term shareholder Cascade Investment. With more than… Read the full press release
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA, 2022-Jul-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Australian International Hotel Company, TFE Hotels, has announced the appointment of Brian Delaney to their executive leadership team in the role of Chief Financial Officer. The appointment comes as TFE Hotels continues its global expansion with the SE Asian debut of Adina Singapore Orchard this month; the… Read the full press release
Technology thought leader joins Hyatt’s commercial services leadership team to oversee technology, enterprise applications and cybersecurity CHICAGO, IL, 2022-Jul-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today (July 18, 2022) announced the appointment of Eben Hewitt as Hyatt’s Chief Information Officer, effective July 18. Hewitt will oversee Technology, Enterprise Applications and Cybersecurity for… Read the full press release
Barbara Leslie succeeds Andreas Cluver; Lee, Butner named VPs Oakland, Calif., 2022-Jul-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Oakland’s Chamber of Commerce President is taking on an added role atop the Port of Oakland’s governing board. At their latest Board meeting, Port Commissioners selected Barbara Leslie as their new President in a unanimous vote. Ms. Leslie… Read the full press release
Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2022-Jul-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Four new General Managers have been appointed at IntercityHotel since May 2022: Nadjet Bennaceur commenced her role as the new director of IntercityHotel Geneva Airport. She is currently in charge of the pre-opening of the hotel, which is to open to customers next year. Katrin… Read the full press release
PHUKET, 2022-Jul-05 — /Travel PR News/ — In the last 10 months, Outrigger Hospitality Group has added five properties throughout the Pacific and Indian Ocean to its global portfolio: Outrigger Khao Lak Beach Resort, Outrigger Surin Beach Resort and Outrigger Koh Samui Beach Resort in Thailand; the five-star Outrigger Maldives Maafushivaru Resort; and Outrigger Kona… Read the full press release
AHLA Continues to Expand Its Government Affairs and Advocacy Capabilities WASHINGTON DC, USA, 2022-Jun-30 — /Travel PR News/ — The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) today (June 29, 2022) announced three new additions to its government affairs staff – hires that will further expand the organization’s robust government affairs and advocacy capabilities. Leann Paradise has… Read the full press release
Bali, Indonesia, 2022-Jun-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Randy Shimabuku has been appointed General Manager of Four Seasons Resorts Bali, taking leadership of the two iconic resorts at Jimbaran Bay and Sayan at a critical time as Bali reopens to the world. The appointment marks an exciting new chapter as the Bali resorts unveil a brand new spa, new… Read the full press release
Doha, Qatar, 2022-Jun-21 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that Pegasus Airlines Vice-Chairperson of the Board (Managing Director) Mehmet Tevfik Nane has assumed his duties as Chair of the IATA Board of Governors (BoG) for a one-year term, effective from the conclusion of the 78th IATA Annual General Meeting (AGM)… Read the full press release
National Senior Managers of Qatar Airways attended the specialised one-week training programme in New York GE’s facilities Doha, Qatar, 2022-Jun-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways and GE Aviation have joined forces to launch a customised training programme under the name ‘Leadership, Future and Culture’ (LFC). National Senior Managers of Qatar Airways attended this… Read the full press release
SEATTLE, WA, 2022-Jun-09 — /Travel PR News/ — The board of directors for McGee Air Services Inc. today (June 7, 2022) named Justin Neff president of the wholly-owned ground operations subsidiary of Alaska Airlines. Neff joins McGee after eight years working at Alaska Airlines, most recently as managing director of engines, material, components and lease… Read the full press release
Apple Leisure Group’s Javier Águila to follow Peter Fulton CHICAGO, IL, 2022-Jun-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today (June 2, 2022) announced a leadership change positioning Hyatt for continued strategic growth in the Europe, Africa & Middle East (EAME) region. Javier Águila has been appointed incoming group president EAME, following the… Read the full press release
Hong Kong SAR, China, 2022-Jun-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Wharf Hotels, a Hong Kong-based hospitality management company consisting of two brands – Marco Polo Hotels and Niccolo Hotels, has announced the appointment of Alex Chiang as vice president, human resources and the promotion of JØrgen Christensen to vice president, operations among its leadership team. “I… Read the full press release
DALLAS, TX, 2022-May-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) (the “Company”) today (May 23, 2022) announced two Leadership promotions within the Company’s ranks. Brendan Conlon is promoted from Senior Director Labor Relations to Vice President Crew Scheduling, effective immediately. In this newly created role, Conlon will be responsible for developing and executing the daily Crew Scheduling… Read the full press release
Amstelveen, Netherlands, 2022-May-04 — /Travel PR News/ — KLM’s shareholders voted at their Annual General Meeting (AGM) to approve the reappointment of Erik Swelheim as Managing Director & Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of KLM. The shareholders further approved the reappointment of Fleur Pellerin and Cees ‘t Hart as members of KLM’s Supervisory Board. Swelheim has… Read the full press release
New VP appointments denote continued organizational growth and development BETHESDA, Md., 2022-May-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Global restaurateur HMSHost has announced the appointment of four associates to vice president positions. “I am thrilled to announce the promotion of several members of our team to vice president,” said HMSHost President and CEO Steve Johnson, “HMSHost… Read the full press release
Marie-Noële Schwartzmann joins DH and takes over effective May 1, 2022 Claus-Dieter Jandel retires after more than 40 years with the company Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2022-May-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Effective May 1, 2022, Marie-Noële Schwartzmann will become the new Chief Development Officer of Deutsche Hospitality. She succeeds Claus-Dieter Jandel who has decided… Read the full press release
Minneapolis, Minnesota, 2022-Apr-28 — /Travel PR News/ — CWT, the Business-to-Business-for-Employees (B2B4E) travel management platform, announces that Michelle McKinney Frymire has decided to step down from her roles at the Company. As part of the Company’s long-term succession planning process, the Board of Directors has appointed President and Chief Commercial Officer Patrick Andersen as its… Read the full press release
General Manager Uwe Troll passes the baton to Matthias Sieber-Wagner Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2022-Apr-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Two hotels are now being run by the same familiar face. Matthias Sieber-Wagner, General Manager of the IntercityHotel Mainz, took on the additional responsibility of heading up the IntercityHotel Frankfurt Airport on 1 April 2022…. Read the full press release
Dubai, UAE, 2022-Apr-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Jumeirah Group, the global luxury hospitality company and a member of Dubai Holding, today (11 April 2022) announced three key appointments across its portfolio. The Group’s investment in top talent and strong leadership profiles is consistent with its culture of excellence and fostering an environment that inspires… Read the full press release
Cummings homecoming demonstrates confidence in Canadian ultra-low-cost travel market CALGARY, AB, 2022-Apr-15 — /Travel PR News/ — The WestJet Group today (April 13, 2022) announced the return of Bob Cummings to the airline’s Executive Leadership Team as President of Swoop, WestJet’s ultra-low-cost carrier. Cummings will begin his role on Monday, April 18, 2022. “I am… Read the full press release
Singapore, 2022-Apr-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Tobias Emmer has been appointed Hotel Manager, Four Seasons Hotel Singapore. Thrust into the heart of the Garden City that pulsates with dynamic energy, Tobias embraces his new home with open arms as he brings with him the unique professional experience that spans city and resort properties, giving him a flair… Read the full press release
Stockholm, Sweden, 2022-Apr-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Today (April 4, 2022), SAS Executive Vice President and CCO, Karl Sandlund announced that he will leave SAS for a new position outside the company. “Karl has been at SAS since 2004 and it is with regret, I see him leave. He has been a key player… Read the full press release
NEW YORK and LONDON, 2022-Apr-01 — /Travel PR News/ —Travelzoo® (NASDAQ: TZOO), a global Internet media company that provides exclusive offers and experiences for members, has announced the appointment of Rhea Saran as Global Head of Brand and Content. Ms. Saran is based in Travelzoo’s London office. Ms. Saran is a global media executive with extensive experience in the travel and luxury lifestyle arenas as… Read the full press release
Amstelveen, Netherlands, 2022-Apr-01 — /Travel PR News/ — The Supervisory Board of KLM intends to nominate Marjan Rintel as the new President and CEO of KLM. Rintel is currently President and CEO of Dutch Railways (NS), where she has worked since November 2014. Rintel is no stranger to KLM and – before joining NS –… Read the full press release
Brussels, Belgium, 2022-Apr-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Swissport International AG appoints Ms. Ilse De Loof as General Counsel & Company Secretary. She will assume her duties on 1 April 2022 and become a member of the company’s Executive Leadership Team. Ms. Ilse De Loof will join Swissport as General Counsel & Company Secretary on… Read the full press release