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Four Seasons Promotes Rainer Stampfer to President of Global Operations and Rami Sayess to President of Hotel Operations in Asia Pacific

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Promotions of Rainer Stampfer and Rami Sayess further strengthen Four Seasons global operations across new and existing hotels, resorts, residences and experiential offerings Toronto, Canada, 2023-Jan-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, the world’s leading luxury hospitality company, announces key appointments to its operations leadership team with the promotion of Rainer Stampfer to President,… Read the full press release

Abu Dhabi Airports appoints seasoned aviation executive as new Chief Commercial Officer

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Maureen Bannerman joins Abu Dhabi Airports following a tenure as CEO and Managing Director of Khalifa Bin Salman Port’s APM Terminal in Bahrain She brings extensive aviation, logistics and transport experience and will contribute towards long-term strategic growth in line with the emirate’s Economic Vision Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 2023-Jan-14 — /Travel PR News/… Read the full press release

Nicole Loucks Named General Counsel of Columbus Regional Airport Authority

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COLUMBUS, OH, 2023-Jan-14 — /Travel PR News/ — The Columbus Regional Airport Authority (CRAA) has named Nicole Loucks General Counsel. Her responsibilities in this role include leading all legal, risk and compliance functions for CRAA. As General Counsel, Loucks will work closely with the CRAA Board of Directors on governance and serve as the liaison… Read the full press release

CWT appoints Richard Thompson as its Global Head of ESG and Employee Experience

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Minneapolis, Minnesota, 2023-Jan-14 — /Travel PR News/ — CWT, the Business-to-Business-for-Employees (B2B4E) travel management platform today (January 12, 2023) announces it has appointed Richard Thompson as its Global Head of ESG and Employee Experience. Formerly CWT’s Vice President, Global Internal Communication & Culture, Richard will lead the company’s responsible business activities and continue to oversee… Read the full press release

Julie Arrowsmith Appointed President and Interim CEO of G6 Hospitality, Parent Company of Motel 6 and Studio 6

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DALLAS, TX, 2023-Jan-13 — /Travel PR News/ — G6 Hospitality LLC, the parent company of Motel 6 and Studio 6 brands in the U.S. and Canada,, today (Jan. 12, 2023) announced that Julie Arrowsmith, President and Chief Financial Officer of G6, has been appointed President and Interim Chief Executive Officer. Rob Palleschi will step down as the Company’s Chief… Read the full press release

Hotel Industry leader AHLA announces new leadership for Foundation and Marketing & Communications

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WASHINGTON, DC, 2023-Jan-12 — /Travel PR News/ — The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA), the singular voice representing every segment of the hotel industry, today (January 9, 2023) announced two leadership additions to the association and its charitable giving affiliate. Anna Blue has been named President of the AHLA Foundation and Jacqueline Policastro has… Read the full press release

Stagecoach Group Announces Transition to New Management Team as it Looks to Next Phase of Growth in Public Transportation

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New structure reflects evolution of business from global listed plc to UK private company CEO Martin Griffiths to retire from Stagecoach; CFO Ross Paterson also decides to step down Ray O’Toole becomes Executive Chairman and Bruce Dingwall appointed CFO Carla Stockton-Jones continues to lead the day-to-day operations of the business Perth, Scotland, 2023-Jan-11 — /Travel… Read the full press release

Amanda Joiner appointed as Global Vice President and Head of The Ritz-Carlton Leadership Center, brings 30+ years of luxury hospitality experience to drive innovation and success

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Joiner brings over two decades of leading excellence and driving culture within The Ritz-Carlton hotel operations, sales, and marketing BETHESDA, MD, 2023-Jan-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Amanda Joiner takes the helm as the Global Vice President and head of The Ritz-Carlton Leadership Center®, a leading global consulting and advisory firm delivering award-winning services that have… Read the full press release

Journalist Sonia Sánchez Plaza appointed as Head of Communications for Iberia Airlines

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Sánchez, a journalist, has extensive experience in the media, as well as in the tourism sector and the institutional sphere.  Sánchez joins the Corporate Management team, led by Juan Cierco.  Madrid, Spain, 2023-Jan-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Iberia’s new Head of Communications, the journalist Sonia Sánchez Plaza, was Director of Communication, Brand and Sustainability… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines Announces Five Leadership Promotions to Strengthen Operational Execution and Better Serve Customers

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DALLAS, TX, 2023-Jan-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) today (Jan 9, 2023) announced five Leadership promotions across several Departments. These changes, which are effective immediately, represent phase two of the organizational structure work that began in September 2022. This phase will provide strong synergies by bringing Teams together, which will strengthen… Read the full press release

Northstar Travel Group names Jason Young as new CEO

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Thomas Kemp Transitions to Chairman Bob Sullivan Promoted to Chief Commercial Officer Rutherford, New Jersey, 2023-Jan-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Northstar Travel Group (“Northstar”), the largest information services, data, events, and marketing solutions company focused exclusively on the travel industry, announces Jason Young as its new CEO. Young succeeds Thomas Kemp, who has been… Read the full press release

Daniel Farkas of Norwegian Cruise Line appointed Chair of FCCA Operations Committee

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Miramar, FL, 2023-Jan-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA) – the trade association that represents the mutual interests of destinations and stakeholders throughout the Caribbean, Central and South America, and Mexico, along with Member Lines that operate over 90 percent of the global cruising capacity – is proud to announce that Daniel S. Farkas,… Read the full press release

TUI Group Appoints New CIO to Lead Digital Transformation Efforts

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Berlin, Germany, 2023-Jan-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Digital transformation continues to be a top priority for TUI Group. Due to this special importance, CEO Sebastian Ebel had already assumed overall responsibility for IT on the Executive Board as of 1 October 2022. As of 1 January 2023, the vacant CIO position at Group level… Read the full press release

AHLA announces new leadership additions to drive growth and sustainability for the hotel industry

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WASHINGTON, DC, 2023-Jan-10 — /Travel PR News/ — The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA), the singular voice representing every segment of the hotel industry, today (January 9, 2023) announced two leadership additions to the association and its charitable giving affiliate. Anna Blue has been named President of the AHLA Foundation and Jacqueline Policastro has… Read the full press release

Kamal Rhazali appointed as Secretary General and General Counsel of the Luxury & Lifestyle division of Accor

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Paris, France, 2023-Jan-10 — /Travel PR News/ —Accor today (January 6, 2023) announces the appointment of Kamal Rhazali as Secretary General and General Counsel of the Luxury & Lifestyle division, effective February 1, 2023. He will report directly to Sébastien Bazin. As part of his new duties, Mr. Rhazali will contribute to setting up the… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Seoul appoints new Director of Rooms with international flair and passion for guest satisfaction

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Seoul, Korea, 2023-Jan-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Seoul welcomes Maximilian Schillik as its new Director of Rooms. Making the move from Four Seasons in Jakarta, Maximilian brings an exciting international flair to the Hotel and is looking forward to further elevating the guest experience at this vibrant urban retreat. In his new role, Maximilian will… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale appoints new Chef de Cuisine and Talavera General Manager

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New Chef de Cuisine and General Manager to oversee Spanish steakhouse Scottsdale, U.S.A., 2023-Jan-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North announces the appointment of two key members to the Talavera team: Chef de Cuisine Jesus Figueroa and Talavera General Manager Michael Elortegui. Together, Figueroa and Elortegui will help oversee the operation, menu and overall experience of the… Read the full press release

Christchurch International Airport appoints Justin Watson as new Chief Executive

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Christchurch, New Zealand, 2022-Dec-21 — /Travel PR News/ — The Board of Christchurch International Airport Limited has spent the past few months undertaking an extensive search for its new Chief Executive, assisted by Kerridge & Partners, and has made an appointment. Director and Chair of the Board’s People, Culture and Safety Committee Sarah Ottrey says… Read the full press release

Finavia names Jessica Diktonius as Communications and Marketing Director

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Vantaa, Finland, 2022-Dec-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Jessica Diktonius has been appointed as Finavia’s Communications and Marketing Director and a member of Finavia’s Executive Group from 1 March 2023. In her role, she will be responsible for Finavia’s communications, public relations and marketing. Jessica Diktonius has extensive experience in different roles in communications and… Read the full press release

Choice Hotels announces the appointment of Sally Bartas as chief talent and culture officer

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ROCKVILLE, Md., 2022-Dec-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH)–one of the world’s largest lodging franchisors–has appointed Sally Bartas to the position of chief talent and culture officer. In this newly created role, Bartas will report directly to the company’s chief human resources officer and work closely with leaders across the enterprise to strategically expand… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines announces Leadership promotions within Internal Audit and Legal Departments

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DALLAS, TX, 2022-Dec-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) today (Dec 12, 2022) announced two Leadership promotions within its Internal Audit and Legal Departments, both effective immediately. Internal Audit Ted Gordon was promoted to Vice President Internal Audit where he will be responsible for leading Internal Audit functions. Gordon will provide strategic and tactical leadership… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Resort Nevis appoints Billy Cueto as its new General Manager

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Industry veteran brings more than 20 years of Four Seasons experience to the Caribbean’s iconic luxury resort Nevis, West Indies, 2022-Dec-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Resort Nevis, the award-winning Resort consistently ranked by travellers and travel experts as one of the top resorts in the Caribbean, has named Billy Cueto as its new General Manager…. Read the full press release

Finavia announces the appointment of Erka Koivunen as Chief Information Security Officer

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Vantaa, Finland, 2022-Dec-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Erka Koivunen will start working as Chief Information Security Officer at the airport company Finavia on 9 January 2023. He will be responsible for the development and implementation of Finavia’s information security and data protection strategy as well as the cybersecurity system. Erka Koivunen has extensive and… Read the full press release

easyJet announces the appointment of David Morgan as Chief Operating Officer

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London, UK, 2022-Dec-05 — /Travel PR News/ — easyJet is pleased to confirm that, following a comprehensive process, David Morgan has been permanently appointed as the airline’s Chief Operating Officer, sitting on the Airline Management Board. David has been an integral part the easyJet leadership team since he joined us as Chief Pilot in 2016…. Read the full press release

St. John’s International Airport Authority announces the appointment of Dennis Hogan as Chief Executive Officer

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ST. JOHN’S, NL, 2022-Dec-04 — /Travel PR News/ — The St. John’s International Airport Authority (SJIAA) Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Dennis Hogan as Chief Executive Officer (CEO). “Our Board of Directors was beyond impressed with Dennis’ calibre of leadership, integrity, and passion for our community. With over 25… Read the full press release

Host Hotels & Resorts welcomes Mari Sifo as executive vice president and chief human resources officer

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BETHESDA, Md., 2022-Dec-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc. (NASDAQ: HST), the nation’s largest lodging real estate investment trust (the “Company”), announced the appointment of Mari Sifo as executive vice president and chief human resources officer, effective November 28, 2022. She succeeds Joanne Hamilton who previously announced her retirement. Ms. Sifo joins the Company with more than 20… Read the full press release

London City Airport announces the appointment of Andrew Hodges as its new Chief Commercial Officer

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Hodges to join East London hub from Norse Atlantic Airways, where he is currently the Chief Commercial Officer Brings extensive airline experience, including senior roles at easyJet and British Airways Airport is set to welcome 3 million passengers in 2022 and expects to be back above pre-pandemic levels by 2025 London, UK, 2022-Dec-01 — /Travel… Read the full press release

European Regions Airline Association (ERA) elects Embraer’s César Pereira to its Board

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Surrey, UK, 2022-Nov-25 — /Travel PR News/ — European Regions Airline Association (ERA) welcomes a new manufacturer representative to the ERA Board. César Pereira, Vice President, Sales and Marketing – EMEA, Embraer, was recently elected by his fellow members and will hold a seat on the Board for the next three years. Embraer’s César Pereira… Read the full press release

Silversea Cruises® announces experienced lineup of Senior Officers for its 140-day World Cruise 2023

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Popular among guests, Vicki Van Tassel is set to host guests as the voyage’s Cruise Director for the first time in 2023 Monaco, 2022-Nov-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Silversea Cruises® has named an experienced lineup of Senior Officers for its 140-day World Cruise 2023, ‘South Side Story’, which will see guests journey from Sydney to… Read the full press release

Munich Airport International to be headed by Lorenzo di Loreto and Dr. Lutz Weisser

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MUNICH, Germany, 2022-Nov-15 — /Travel PR News/ — In November 2022, a management change will take place at Munich Airport International (MAI), the international business subsidiary of Munich Airport. After more than 13 years at Munich Airport and the successful development of its international business field, CEO Dr. Ralf Gaffal decided to leave MAI as… Read the full press release