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Four Seasons Resort Nevis Appoints Gaman Guadagni as Resort Manager, Bringing Luxury Hospitality Expertise to the Caribbean Gem

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20-year luxury hospitality veteran brings proven track record of success and a focus on highly personalized experiences (IN SHORT) Gaman Guadagni, a 20-year luxury hospitality veteran, has been appointed as the new Resort Manager of Four Seasons Resort Nevis. He brings extensive operations experience and a focus on personalized guest experiences to the award-winning Caribbean… Read the full press release

Choice Hotels Expands Upscale Portfolio with Two New Cambria Hotels in Austin and Lake Placid

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New, upscale leadership set to harness segment growth and take to greater heights (IN SHORT) Choice Hotels International, known for its upscale segment, has continued its growth by opening two Cambria Hotels in October, one in Austin, Texas, and another in Lake Placid, New York. These additions are part of the company’s effort to strengthen… Read the full press release

Choice Hotels Recognized as One of Forbes’ Top Companies for Women 2023

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Award-winning company culture strengthened through commitment to diversity, equity and belonging (IN SHORT) Choice Hotels International, one of the world’s largest lodging franchisors, has received recognition as one of the “World’s Top Companies for Women 2023” by Forbes for the second consecutive year. This accolade acknowledges companies based on criteria such as employer brand, public… Read the full press release

Hilton Achieves Fifth Consecutive #1 Ranking as Best Workplace for Women in the US

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Hospitality leader recognized for its inclusive culture, industry‑leading benefits and development opportunities (IN SHORT) Hilton has been ranked #1 on the Best Workplaces for Women U.S. list by Fortune and Great Place to Work for the fifth consecutive year. This recognition highlights Hilton’s commitment to creating an inclusive and empowering workplace for its over 450,000… Read the full press release

Former Ernst & Young CEO Kelly Grier Joins Booking Holdings Board of Directors

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(IN SHORT) Kelly Grier, the retired Chair and CEO of Ernst & Young LLP U.S., has been appointed to the Board of Directors of Booking Holdings Inc., effective November 6, 2023. She will also join the Board’s Audit Committee. Grier brings extensive leadership experience from her roles at EY, where she served as Chair and… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways Group CEO Akbar Al Baker to Step Down After 27 Years of Service, Successor Named

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Doha, Qatar, 2023-Oct-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways Group confirms after 27 years of remarkable service, Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive – His Excellency Mr. Akbar Al Baker, will be stepping down from his current position as Group Chief Executive effective 5 November 2023, and will be succeeded by Engr. Badr Mohammed Al-Meer… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Casablanca Welcomes Emilio Fernandez as Executive Chef to Elevate Culinary Offerings

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Casablanca, Morocco, 2023-Oct-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Casablanca announces the appointment of Emilio Fernandez as the new Executive Chef overseeing banquet functions and the Hotel’s three restaurants: Mint Lobby Lounge, Bleu restaurant and Latitude33. Originally from Mexico, Emilio Fernandez acquired extensive culinary experience in various countries across continents, making his cuisine a one-of-a-kind culinary journey…. Read the full press release

Sarath Nair Joins Four Seasons Hotel Sydney as Beverage Manager, Elevating the Sydney Cocktail Scene

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Sydney, Australia, 2023-Oct-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Sydney announces the appointment of award-winning food and beverage professional Sarath Nair as Beverage Manager, due to commence his role November 2023. Nair will relocate to Sydney, Australia from his native India, and his posting will oversee management of the robust beverage offerings at the Hotel including The Cabana pool-side… Read the full press release

New CEO Thomas Woldbye Takes Charge at Heathrow, Focused on Service, Sustainability, and Growth

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Thomas Woldbye has officially taken over as Heathrow CEO   His arrival marks a new chapter for Heathrow that will push innovation in passenger service, sustainability and growth at the airport over the next decade He is spending his first day meeting colleagues across the airport seeing first-hand what goes into making Britain’s hub one… Read the full press release

Qantas Announces Leadership Changes: Chief People Officer Appointment and Loyalty CEO Resignation

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Sydney, Australia, 2023-Oct-18 — /Travel PR News/ — The Qantas Group is announcing two changes to its senior management team, with the appointment of a Chief People Officer and the resignation of its Loyalty CEO. LOYALTY CEO Ms Wirth has been the CEO of Qantas Loyalty, which encompasses the airline’s 15 million member Frequent Flyer… Read the full press release

Bristol Airport Welcomes Clare Hennessey as Planning & Sustainability Director

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London, UK, 2023-Oct-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Bristol Airport has appointed Clare Hennessey to the position of Planning & Sustainability Director. Previously working with EDF Energy leading the programme of planning and environmental consents required for the decommissioning of several nuclear power stations.  Clare brings a wide experience having worked in a number of… Read the full press release

Mads Brandstrup Appointed as SVP of Communications and Public Affairs at SAS

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Stockholm, Sweden, 2023-Oct-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Mads Brandstrup will assume the role of SVP Communications and Public Affairs at SAS, Scandinavia’s largest airline. In this role, he will work closely with CEO Anko van der Werff and oversee SAS’ comprehensive communication initiatives both internally and externally. Mads Brandstrup will report directly to SAS’… Read the full press release

Qantas Announces Board Renewal Plans to Address Reputational Issues

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Sydney, Australia, 2023-Oct-12 — /Travel PR News/ — The Qantas Board announces plans for board renewal in recognition of the reputational issues facing the Group and to support restoration of trust in the company. Chairman Richard Goyder will retire prior to the Annual General Meeting (AGM) in late 2024. As announced in May, non-executive director… Read the full press release

Minor Hotels Appoints Patrik Ilstam as General Manager of Anantara Koh Yao Yai Resort and Villas

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Bangkok, Thailand, 2023-Oct-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Minor Hotels announces the appointment of Patrik Ilstam as General Manager of Anantara Koh Yao Yai Resort and Villas, a brand-new luxury resort with a collection of 148 rooms, suites and villas on Thailand’s stunning island of Koh Yao Yai, effective from 1st August 2023. An experienced… Read the full press release

Winston Duke Appointed UNWTO Ambassador for Responsible Tourism to Promote Global Philanthropy and Sustainable Travel

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Madrid, Spain, 2023-Oct-08 — /Travel PR News/ — The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has announced the appointment of acclaimed actor Winston Duke as its newest Ambassador for Responsible Tourism. Recognized for his exceptional talent and commitment to global philanthropic efforts, Duke will advocate for sustainable tourism practices and raise awareness about the transformative power of… Read the full press release

UNWTO Appoints Chef Ambassadors for Sustainable Tourism at 8th World Forum on Gastronomy Tourism

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Madrid, Spain, 2023-Oct-08 — /Travel PR News/ — The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has appointed Chef Fatmata Binta and world-renowned Basque Chefs Martín Berasategi and Pedro Subijana as Ambassadors for Sustainable Tourism, in the framework of the 8th UNWTO World Forum on Gastronomy Tourism co-organized with Basque Culinary Center (BCC). The UNWTO thus recognises their… Read the full press release

Maurice J. Gallagher Reclaims CEO Role at Allegiant Travel Company as John Redmond Resigns

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Gallagher, renowned for establishing Allegiant as a leader among ultra-low-cost carriers, assumes role after John Redmond resigns LAS VEGAS, NV, 2023-Sep-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Allegiant Travel Company (NASDAQ: ALGT) announced that John Redmond has resigned as chief executive officer and as a member of the Board of Directors effective immediately.  Maurice J. Gallagher, former CEO, current… Read the full press release

AHLA Announces Key Leadership Promotions to Drive Advocacy and Growth in the Hotel Industry

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WASHINGTON, USA, 2023-Sep-28 — /Travel PR News/ — The American Hotel & Lodging Association announced two promotions among its leadership team. Haleigh Hildebrand was promoted to vice president, campaigns & political strategy. In her new role, Hildebrand will guide AHLA’s efforts to build grassroots and grasstops programs that support a healthy and growing hotel industry. Prior… Read the full press release

Claire Miles Appointed CEO of Stagecoach, Britain’s Largest Bus and Coach Operator

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Claire Miles to become Chief Executive Officer of UK’s largest bus operator from 2 October Claire brings extensive leadership experience of major businesses across a range of business sectors As CEO, Claire will be responsible for a billion-pound turnover business employing over 23,000 people Ray O’Toole to revert to Non-Executive Chair of the Board, following… Read the full press release

Italian Chef Domenico Cicchetti Elevates Mediterranean Dining at Four Seasons Hotel Guangzhou’s Caffe Mondo

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Guangzhou, China, 2023-Sep-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Italian Chef Domenico Cicchetti brings a new era of Mediterranean magic to Four Seasons Hotel Guangzhou in his new role as Head Chef of the Hotel’s 72nd floor Caffe Mondo. In his new tenure at Four Seasons Hotel Guangzhou, Cicchetti plans to introduce light Mediterranean dishes with a focus on fresh seafood… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Resort Peninsula Papagayo Welcomes Mark Ley as Director of Marketing for Elite Coastal Transformation

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Ley returns to Four Seasons during an exciting time for the Resort, as it undergoes lifestyle renovations Costa Rica, 2023-Sep-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Resort Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica announces the appointment of Mark Ley as Director of Marketing. In his role, Mark will lead the sales and marketing division as the property undergoes lifestyle renovations… Read the full press release

Guillaume Halleux Appointed as Chief Commercial Officer of Swissport International AG

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Zurich, Switzerland, 2023-Sep-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Guillaume Halleux joins Swissport as Chief Commercial Officer, effective 18 September. In close collaboration with Swissport’s regional business leaders, he will maintain an open customer dialogue to build trust-based long-term partnerships with our airline clients and ensure expectations regarding operational excellence are met. Effective 18 September 2023,… Read the full press release

Finnair CEO Steps Aside for #GirlsTakeover Campaign Promoting Equality in the Workplace

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Helsinki, Finland, 2023-Sep-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Finnair is taking part in Plan International’s #GirlsTakeover campaign, where girls step into the shoes of political, social and economic leaders as part of the UN’s International Day of the Girl celebrations. At Finnair, 17-year-old Siru Nuutinen will take over the role of CEO Topi Manner and work with Finnair’s Executive… Read the full press release

Qantas CEO Alan Joyce Hastens Retirement to Facilitate Company Renewal; Vanessa Hudson Assumes Leadership

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Sydney, Australia, 2023-Sep-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Qantas Group CEO Alan Joyce has advised the Board he will bring forward his retirement by two months to help the company accelerate its renewal. As a result, CEO Designate Vanessa Hudson will assume the role of Managing Director and Group CEO effective 6 September 2023. Alan… Read the full press release

Sandra Oliva Joins Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia at Comcast Center as Hotel Manager, Bringing Decade of Global Four Seasons Expertise

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Philadelphia, U.S.A., 2023-Sep-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia at Comcast Center introduces Sandra Oliva as Hotel Manager, marking ten years of her tenure with the global brand. Joining the team from Four Seasons Hotel Firenze, the Philadelphia-based property is her fifth Four Seasons assignment. “I couldn’t be more excited to reunite with Sandra and welcome… Read the full press release

SAS Appoints Ginger Hughes as Chief Transformation Officer and Paul Verhagen as Chief Commercial Officer

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Stockholm, Sweden, 2023-Sep-05 — /Travel PR News/ — SAS announces the appointment of Ginger Hughes as new Chief Transformation Officer (CTO) and Paul Verhagen as new Chief Commercial Officer (CCO). SAS appoints Ginger Hughes as Chief Transformation Officer. Hughes brings a long of experience from her advisory role at Seabury, where she has guided SAS… Read the full press release

Choice Hotels International Announces Executive Appointments to Drive Continued Growth and Expansion After Radisson Hotels Americas Acquisition

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Moves Position Company for Future Growth Following Radisson Americas Integration ROCKVILLE, Md., 2023-Aug-31 — /Travel PR News/ — Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) announced key executive appointments that position the company for continued future growth following its acquisition of Radisson Hotels Americas and the successful integration of its nine brands onto Choice’s world-class central reservation… Read the full press release

Alaska Airlines Elevates Daniel Chun to Regional Vice President, Strengthening Commitment to Hawai‘i and Community Engagement

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HONOLULU, HAWAII, 2023-Aug-31 — /Travel PR News/ — Alaska Airlines has promoted Daniel Chun to regional vice president – Hawai‘i, in a move that underscores the airline’s enduring commitment to the Aloha State. In this newly created role, Chun serves as the senior executive for Alaska Airlines in Hawai‘i, leading the long-term strategy for the… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti Welcomes Matthew Senyard as Lodge Manager, Bringing a Deep Commitment to Eco-Hospitality and Guest Experiences

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Serengeti, Tanzania, 2023-Aug-30 — /Travel PR News/ — A deep commitment to make a lasting change on the environment and involving guests in the culture and nature around them is the fact about Matthew Senyard that immediately caught the eye of the leadership team at the renowned Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti, Tanzania. Matthew joined Four Seasons Safari… Read the full press release

Emirates Group Honors Emirati Women’s Contributions and Achievements in Aviation and Travel

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The Emirates Group puts the spotlight on women in the local community for their dedication and contributions to the nation’s economy Dubai, UAE, 2023-Aug-29 — /Travel PR News/ — The Emirates Group celebrated the contributions of Emirati women in aviation and travel, and their vital role in supporting the UAE’s aspirations and ambitions. A special… Read the full press release