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Silversea has appointed Takanobu Kobayakawa as the new Director of Sales for Japan, Korea

Kanchan Nath Dec 13, 2023

Silversea™ has announced the appointment of Takanobu Kobayakawa as the new Director of Sales for Japan, Korea, and Southeast Asia, effective from December 2023 and reporting to Adam…

Appointments

AeroCloud appoints Jeff Gore as VP of Global Sales

Kanchan Nath Dec 9, 2023

Intelligent airport management platform, AeroCloud, announces that it has expanded its leadership team with the appointment of Jeff Gore as Vice President (VP) of Global Sales.

Appointments

Agilysys appoints Tony Marshall as VP and MD for Asia Pacific

Kanchan Nath Dec 7, 2023

Agilysys, a leading global provider of hospitality software solutions and services, announces the appointment of Tony Marshall to the position of Vice President and Managing Director for…

Appointments

Stefan Schaffner and Sergiy Nevstruyev appointed to lead SITA’s airports and customer experience teams

Kanchan Nath Dec 7, 2023

SITA today announced the appointments of Stefan Schaffner as Senior Vice President of SITA AT AIRPORTS and Sergiy Nevstruyev as Senior Vice President of SITA Global Services (SGS).

Global

APT appoints Darren Birch as Marketing & CRM Manager

Kanchan Nath Dec 6, 2023

APT & Travelmarvel has announced the appointment of acclaimed travel industry marketeer, Darren Birch, to the role of Marketing & CRM Manager, UK & Ireland.

Global

Michael Gnaegi appointed as the General Manager of Chatrium Grand Bangkok

Kanchan Nath Dec 6, 2023

Chatrium Grand Bangkok is delighted to announce the appointment of Michael Gnaegi, a passionate Swiss Hotelier, as its new General Manager, effective November 2023.

Global

Centara appoints Michael Henssler as new Chief Operating Officer

Kanchan Nath Dec 1, 2023

Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand's leading hotel operator, has strengthened its executive management team with the appointment of Michael Henssler as its new Chief Operating Officer

Global

Maher Koubaa appointed as Amadeus Executive Vice President Travel unit and Managing Director, EMEA

Kanchan Nath Dec 1, 2023

In this newly formed and expanded role, Maher Koubaa will make use of his more than 20 years of travel industry experience to lead the implementation of Amadeus’ strategic vision in the…

Global

Centara appoints Chen Thipvarodom as GM of Centara Ayutthaya

Kanchan Nath Nov 21, 2023

Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand's leading hotel operator, is pleased to announce the appointment of Chen Thipvarodom as the General Manager of the highly anticipated Centara…

Appointments

Jose Manuel Aisa Mancho joins VFS Global as Chief Financial Officer

Kanchan Nath Nov 15, 2023

VFS Global has appointed Jose Manuel Aisa Mancho as its Chief Financial Officer effective 01 November 2023.

Appointments

NJCC & JECC appoints Manuj Ralhan as the General Manager

Kanchan Nath Nov 15, 2023

Novotel Jaipur Convention Centre (NJCC) & Jaipur Exhibition and Convention Centre (JECC) managed by Accor announced the appointment of Manuj Ralhan as the new General Manager.

Global

Embraer Commercial Aviation appoints Marie-Louise Philippe VP Sales & Marketing, Head of Region for Europe & Central Asia

Kanchan Nath Nov 13, 2023

Embraer Commercial Aviation has appointed Marie-Louise Philippe Vice President Sales & Marketing, and Head of Region for Europe and Central Asia.

Appointments

Peter Hunt will be joining Virgin Voyages as CFO

Kanchan Nath Nov 13, 2023

Peter will be joining Virgin Voyages as CFO, starting in early December. Peter Hunt is a seasoned executive, bringing with him significant financial and operational experience, not to…

Appointments

Manpreet Bindra promoted to FCM Meetings & Events Leader of Asia

Kanchan Nath Nov 8, 2023

Bindra has spent the last 23 years working for FCTG and was previously the President of FCM Meetings & Events in India.

Appointments

Qatar Airways Group appoints new Group Chief Executive

Kanchan Nath Oct 25, 2023

Qatar Airways Group confirms after 27 years of remarkable service, Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Akbar Al Baker, will be stepping down from his current position as Group Chief…

Appointments

Cathay appoints new Regional Heads for Corporate (SAMEA) and Trade (India & Sri Lanka)

Kanchan Nath Oct 25, 2023

Vinod Viswanathan to Head Corporate for SAMEA, and Talha Shaikh to drive Trade in India & Sri Lanka

Appointments

ITC Hotels, India elevates Atul Bhalla to VP Operations- North & West

Kanchan Nath Oct 24, 2023

In the recent re-organisation development; Atul Bhalla is elevated to the office of Vice President Operations for ITC Hotels North & West region.

Global

A&K Travel announces several appointments and promotions

Kanchan Nath Oct 13, 2023

A&K Travel Group (AKTG), the parent company of luxury tour operator Abercrombie & Kent and cruise line Crystal, announced several new hires and promotions within its trade sales…

Appointments

GainingEdge welcomes Mark Oliver Schloesser

Kanchan Nath Oct 12, 2023

GainingEdge is proud to announce that Mark Oliver Schloesser has joined its venue consulting team on 1 Oct 2023, focusing on convention & exhibition centre projects.

Appointments

TUI driving further growth in Tours & Activities

Kanchan Nath Oct 10, 2023

TUI Group, one of the world’s leading tourism businesses, has made changes to the TUI Musement leadership team to drive further growth of its Tours & Activities division.

Global

Waldorf Astoria Doha West Bay announces Management team

Kanchan Nath Oct 9, 2023

Waldorf Astoria Doha West Bay announces the appointment of its Management team.

Appointments

TAT has restructured five Deputy Governor positions from 1 October

Kanchan Nath Oct 3, 2023

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has restructured five Deputy Governor positions effective from 1 October, this year.

Appointments

Airbus nominates Christian Scherer to become new Commercial Aircraft business CEO

Kanchan Nath Oct 2, 2023

Airbus SE is announcing a leadership evolution in the Executive Committee, establishing a dedicated head at the helm of the Commercial Aircraft business.

Appointments

Regent Seven Seas Cruises announces senior officer team to launch Seven Seas Grandeur

Kanchan Nath Sep 25, 2023

Regent Seven Seas Cruises announces the inaugural senior leadership team that will deliver the unrivalled Regent experience on board the highly anticipated Seven Seas Grandeur™.

Appointments

PATA welcomes Noor Ahmad Hamid as the new CEO

Kanchan Nath Sep 22, 2023

The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Noor Ahmad Hamid as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective October 1, 2023.

Appointments

David Kondo appointed Head of Austrian Brand Experience

Kanchan Nath Sep 20, 2023

David Kondo will take over as Senior Director Austrian Brand Experience from 15 October 2023, and will thus be responsible for Austrian Airlines' entire marketing and product management in…

Global

BESydney appoints Rahul Shah as Director for North America

Kanchan Nath Sep 19, 2023

BESydney has appointed Rahul Shah as Director for North America to lead the organisation’s presence across the US and Canada to maximise global meeting opportunities in both the Association…

Appointments

Joyned appoints Sergio Vargas Johansson as Managing Director of Travel

Kanchan Nath Sep 15, 2023

Award-winning Jerusalem-based startup Joyned has announced the appointment of Sergio Vargas Johansson as its Managing Director of Travel.

Global

AKA welcomes Scott Walsh as the EVP of Asset, Design & Development

Kanchan Nath Sep 14, 2023

AKA Hotels + Hotel Residences, the longtime pioneer in luxury long-stay residences and creator of the World’s Most Livable Hotels, announces the appointment of Scott Walsh, Executive Vice…

Appointments

VFS Global appoints Tariq Ahmad as Head of Empowerment & Inclusion for UAE

Kanchan Nath Sep 13, 2023

Taking a step ahead in its commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI), VFS Global has appointed Tariq Ahmad as its first-ever Head of Empowerment and Inclusion for UAE.

Appointments

Orascom Development welcomes Stuart Leven as CEO of the Hotels Management Division

Kanchan Nath Sep 12, 2023

Orascom Development announces the appointment of Stuart Leven as Chief Executive Officer of Orascom Hotels Management (OHM)

Appointments

DidaTravel appoints Ala Andriuta as Head of Destination Marketing

Kanchan Nath Sep 11, 2023

DidaTravel – a tech-driven global travel distribution company – has announced that Ala Andriuta has joined as Head of Destination Marketing

Appointments

Jad Moukheiber appointed Chief Legal Officer and Member of the Management Board at Kempinski Hotels

Kanchan Nath Sep 11, 2023

Kempinski Hotels has appointed Jad Mouhkheiber as Chief Legal Officer (CLO) and Member of the Management Board.

Appointments

Centara Hotels & Resorts strengthens leadership team with key internal movements

Kanchan Nath Sep 6, 2023

Centara Hotels & Resorts announces strategic leadership changes within the organisation to further reinforce its commitment to delivering the highest standards of service across all its…

Appointments

Datalex appoints Jonathan Rockett as CEO

Kanchan Nath Sep 6, 2023

Datalex plc (“Datalex”, the “Company” or the “Group”) (Euronext Growth Dublin: DLE), a market leader in digital retail technology focused on the airline market, is pleased to announce the…

Appointments

Singapore Tourism Board (STB) appoints Lim Kean Bon as Area Director, India, South Asia, and Africa

Kristin Mariano Sep 6, 2023

The Singapore Tourism Board (STB) announced the appointment of Lim Kean Bon as Area Director, India, South Asia, and Africa on September 1. He will succeed Raymond Lim as the India…

Global

Singapore Tourism Board appoints Lim Kean Bon as the Area Director, India, South Asia, and Africa

Kanchan Nath Sep 5, 2023

The Singapore Tourism Board (STB) has announced the appointment of Lim Kean Bon as Area Director, India, South Asia, and Africa on September 1.

Appointments

Scandic appoints Malin Selander as the new Communications Director

Kanchan Nath Sep 5, 2023

Malin Selander has been recruited as new Communications Director for Scandic Hotels Group where she will be responsible for the company’s external and internal communication.

Appointments

Thapanee Kiatphaiboon commences her role as the new TAT Governor

Kanchan Nath Sep 4, 2023

Thapanee Kiatphaiboon commences her role as the new Governor of the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) starting 1st September 2023.

Global

Swan Hellenic welcomes Anna Wolfsteiner to New European Role

Kanchan Nath Aug 28, 2023

Alfredo Spadon completes his pivotal contribution to relaunching the pioneering brand, passing the reins to Patrizia Iantorno in the expanded strategic role of Chief Commercial Officer

Appointments

PONANT appoints Bratton as Senior Strategic Advisor

Kanchan Nath Aug 26, 2023

PONANT global CEO Hervé Gastinel has announced a significant new role for Sarina Bratton AM as the company’s Senior Strategic Advisor and Honorary Chairwoman Asia Pacific, formerly Executive…

Global

Accor appoints Gilda Perez-Alvarado as Group Chief Strategy Officer

Kanchan Nath Aug 23, 2023

Accor announces that Gilda Perez-Alvarado, currently Global CEO of JLL Hotels & Hospitality, has been appointed as Group Chief Strategy Officer of Accor.

Appointments

Nathan Gardiner appointed as Head of Technology and Innovation at Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre

Kanchan Nath Aug 17, 2023

Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre is pleased to announce the appointment of Nathan Gardiner as the new Head of Technology and Innovation.

Appointments

HVS appoints Sophie Perret as Managing Director, London

Kanchan Nath Aug 16, 2023

Global hotel advisory firm HVS has announced the appointment of Sophie Perret as managing director of its London office.

Global

voco St. David’s, Cardiff appoints Konstantin Grimm as new General Manager

Kanchan Nath Aug 16, 2023

Iconic luxury hotel and spa, voco® St. David’s, Cardiff, is delighted to announce the appointment of Konstantin Grimm as its new General Manager.

Appointments

ONYX Hospitality Group appoints Clare Goss as Director of Global Sales Area-UK & Ireland

Kanchan Nath Aug 16, 2023

ONYX Hospitality Group, a prominent name in South East Asia’s hospitality industry, is excited to announce the appointment of Clare Goss as the Director of Global Sales Area-UK &…

Appointments

FCM Appoints Kevin Yang Wen Xuan as Commercial Director of China

Kanchan Nath Aug 11, 2023

Global business travel management company FCM announced Kevin Yang Wen Xuan's appointment as China's Commercial Director.

Appointments

St. Moritz Tourismus AG Announces Marijana Jakic as the New CEO

Kanchan Nath Aug 10, 2023

The Board of Directors of the recently established St. Moritz Tourismus AG is pleased to announce the election of Marijana Jakic as the organization's new Chief Executive Officer.

Appointments

Hong Kong Tourism Board announces senior appointment in Southeast Asia

Kanchan Nath Jul 5, 2023

Raymond Chan, Regional Director of Southeast Asia, will be relocating back to Hong Kong to assume the position of General Manager, Events & Product Development, effective 1 July 2023. …

Associations

Richard Slater appointed to the ABTA Board of Directors

Kanchan Nath Jul 5, 2023

Richard Slater, Chair of the ABTA North West region, has been appointed to the ABTA Board of Directors. Slater was selected by the other ABTA regional chairs to be put forward for…

Appointments

TUI announces Ant & Dec as their ‘Happiness Ambassadors’

Kanchan Nath Jul 1, 2023

TUI UK has appointed the nation’s favourite duo, Ant & Dec to bring holiday inspired fun and smiles to Brits. The Geordie pair will share their mischievous plans as they define their new…

Appointments

Shiji appoints Wietse Bijzeit as Vice President Global Solutions Architect

Kanchan Nath Jun 17, 2023

Shiji, the global hospitality technology innovator, is pleased to announce the appointment of Wietse Bijzeit as Vice President Global Solutions Architect to accelerate the growth of the…

Global

Craig Liddle joins Abercrombie & Kent as Agency Sales Manager for the South-east

Kanchan Nath Jun 16, 2023

A&K, the leading provider of luxury travel, announces the appointment of Craig Liddle as the Agency Sales Manager for the South-east region.

Hotels

Jumeirah Group to evolve luxury wellness offering with appointment of Vice President for wellbeing

Chris Head Jun 15, 2023

Industry expert Niamh O’Connell joins Jumeirah Group as part of strategy to enhance the brand’s luxury wellness proposition and curate exceptional guest experiences across the portfolio.

Appointments

Shiji appoints Ryan King as Senior Vice President for the Americas

Kanchan Nath Jun 13, 2023

Shiji, the global hospitality technology innovator, announced that Ryan King has been appointed Senior Vice President for the Shiji Americas.

Appointments

Manish Sonar has been appointed PONANT’s National Business Development Executive for India and Sri Lanka

Kanchan Nath Jun 10, 2023

Based in Mumbai, Manish Sonar has been appointed PONANT’s National Business Development Executive for India and Sri Lanka.

Appointments

Theo Panagiotoulias to be Star Alliance’s new CEO

Kanchan Nath Jun 7, 2023

Star Alliance, the world’s first and largest global airline alliance, is pleased to announce that Theo Panagiotoulias has been chosen to become its next CEO.

Associations

European Travel Commission elects Miguel Sanz as President

Kanchan Nath May 29, 2023

The European Travel Commission (ETC), representing 35 National Tourism Organisations in Europe, announced that Miguel Sanz from Spain’s National Tourism Organisation has been elected as…

Appointments

Thapanee Kiatphaibool approved as new TAT Governor

Kanchan Nath May 28, 2023

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) announced the appointment of Thapanee Kiatphaibool as its new governor, effective from 1 September.

Appointments

Angsana Laguna Phuket appoints Jan Lorenzen as Director of Food and Beverage

Kanchan Nath May 24, 2023

Angsana Laguna Phuket is pleased to announce the appointment of Jan Lorenzen as Director of Food and Beverage for the beachfront resort.

Appointments

Greater Bay Airlines appoints Liza Ng as Chief Operating Officer

Kanchan Nath May 24, 2023

Greater Bay Airlines (GBA) announced the appointment of Liza Ng as Chief Operating Officer with effect from 1 June 2023.

Appointments

Dusit International appoints Jagdeep Thakral as General Manager of dusitD2 Naseem Resort Jabal Akhdar, Oman

Kanchan Nath May 22, 2023

Dusit International, one of Thailand’s hotel and property development companies, has appointed Jagdeep Thakral as General Manager of dusitD2 Naseem Resort Jabal Akhdar and its adjoining…

Appointments

Ascott ramps up efforts to drive asset-light growth with key appointments in development team

Kanchan Nath May 18, 2023

The Ascott Limited (Ascott), a lodging business unit wholly owned by CapitaLand Investment, today announced that it is expanding its global business development team with the appointment of…

Appointments

Business Events Sydney appoints new director to lead UK/European Engagement

Kanchan Nath May 9, 2023

Sydney business events bidding specialists Business Events Sydney (BESydney) announced the appointment of Jamie Ades as its new Director, Europe.

Appointments

EUROMIC appoints Pamela Shepherd as Business Development Manager in North America

Kanchan Nath May 9, 2023

EUROMIC, the association of many of the world’s most celebrated DMCs have appointed Pamela Shepherd as their Business Development Manager in North America.

Appointments

IAATO has appointed Stefan Kredel to its EC

Kanchan Nath May 2, 2023

The International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators (IAATO) has appointed Stefan Kredel to its Executive Committee.

Global

Accelya appoints Tom Erskine as Chief Marketing Officer

Kanchan Nath Apr 28, 2023

Accelya, a leading global provider of technology solutions to the travel industry, has appointed former AWS and Microsoft executive Tom Erskine as its new Chief Marketing Officer.

Eturbo News

New President and CEO at Celebrity Cruises

Harry Johnson Apr 6, 2023 0

by: Harry Johnson | Laura Hodges Bethge, currently executive vice president, shared services operations, will become the next brand president of Celebrity Cruises Full article: New…

Appointments

Phuket Hotels Association appoints Jayne Macdougall as Executive Director

Kanchan Nath Apr 6, 2023

The Phuket Hotels Association has appointed Jayne MacDougall as its new Executive Director, effective 3rd April 2023.

Appointments

SIA group announces senior management appointments

Kanchan Nath Apr 6, 2023

Chin Yau Seng, Senior Vice President Cargo, will leave Singapore Airlines (SIA) to join SIA Engineering Company as Chief Executive Officer (Designate) on 1 June 2023. Marvin Tan, Senior…

Appointments

Mehmet T. Nane appointed Chairperson of the Board of Pegasus Airlines

Kanchan Nath Apr 4, 2023

Mehmet T. Nane, Vice-Chairperson of the Board of Directors and Managing Director of Pegasus Airlines, has been appointed Chairperson of the Board of Directors following the decision…

Appointments

Lyrath Estate appoints Caitriona O’Mahoney as the Director of Sales and Marketing

Kanchan Nath Apr 3, 2023

Kilkenny native, Caitriona O’Mahoney has been appointed as Director of Sales & Marketing at the family owned and run, Lyrath Estate in Kilkenny.

Appointments

DidaTravel appoints Gareth Matthews as CMO

Kanchan Nath Mar 27, 2023

DidaTravel, a global hotel wholesaler and tech-driven travel distribution service provider is today announcing its latest senior appointment, Gareth Matthews, who joins as Chief Marketing…

Appointments

Philippa Walker has been appointed as Silversea’s Marketing Director Asia-Pacific

Kanchan Nath Mar 25, 2023

Walker has joined Silversea from parent company Royal Caribbean where she was Partnerships Manager, aligning across commercial, media, tourism and PR partners to grow revenue.“

Appointments

Michael Trestl to be Executive Board member and CCO of Austrian Airlines for another five years

Kanchan Nath Mar 22, 2023

The Supervisory Board of Austrian Airlines AG has reappointed Michael Trestl (37) to serve as member of the Executive Board and Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) of Austria’s national airline…

Appointments

Angsana Laguna Phuket appoints the new executive chef Mirko Cappa

Kanchan Nath Mar 21, 2023

Angsana Laguna Phuket is thrilled to announce the appointment of Chef Mirko Cappa as the new Executive Chef of the resort.

Appointments

Hyatt Regency and Hyatt House London Stratford appoint Senior Management

Kanchan Nath Mar 17, 2023

Hyatt Regency and Hyatt House London Stratford has announced two appointments to its senior management team, with the addition of Tommy So as the director of food and beverage and James…

Appointments

Kerry Healy to lead Accor’s Commercial Organisation for Middle East, Africa, Turkey & Asia Pacific

Kanchan Nath Mar 17, 2023

Accor has introduced its new Commercial organisation and executive committee, with Kerry Healy taking the lead as chief commercial officer for Premium, Midscale & Economy brands in…

Global

AltoVita expands international female-led team to fuel innovation in the corporate accommodation sector

Kanchan Nath Mar 9, 2023

AltoVita, the corporate accommodation platform specialising in large enterprises has announced the appointment of several experienced female leaders to its team.

Appointments

Abercrombie & Kent’s team continues to grow

Kanchan Nath Mar 8, 2023

Abercrombie & Kent Australia (A&K) have announced that Hannah Taylor will join the expanding A&K sales team in the role of Regional Sales Manager for Victoria, South…

Appointments

ACCOR announces new appointments across Australia, New Zealand, French Polynesia and Fiji

Kanchan Nath Mar 6, 2023

Anne Gill has taken up the role of Senior Vice President Commercial, Premium, Midscale and Economy, for Accor Pacific

Eturbo News

Lufthansa Group extends CEO and CFO contracts for 5 more years

Harry Johnson Mar 3, 2023 0

by: Harry Johnson | Spohr's and Steenbergen's contract extensions will be particularly important in securing successful future for Lufthansa Group Full article: Lufthansa Group extends CEO…

Appointments

Kurt Ekert to be the CEO of Sabre after Sean Menke

Kanchan Nath Mar 2, 2023

Sabre Corporation announced that Sean Menke, currently Chair of the company’s Board and its Chief Executive Officer, will transition to be solely Sabre’s Executive Chair of the Board,…

Eturbo News

Sabre President takes on CEO position

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by: editor | Sabre Corporation, a software and technology company in the global travel industry, announced today that Sean Menke, currently Chair of the company’s Board and its Chief…

Eturbo News

Maya Luxe names new Chief Operating Officer

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by: editor | Maya Luxe, a luxury villa rental company in the Riviera Maya, has appointed Meghann Cundall as its Chief Operating Officer. Full article: Maya Luxe names new Chief Operating…

Appointments

Ooredoo Group Appoints New Oman CEO and Acting CEO for Ooredoo Algeria

Kanchan Nath Mar 1, 2023

Ooredoo Q.P.S.C. (“Ooredoo”) – Ticker ORDS – has announced the appointment of Bassam Yousef Al Ibrahim as the new chief executive officer of Ooredoo Oman, effective 1 March 2023, succeeding…

Appointments

Kevin King appointed as Advisor to the Board of ‘UAE Restaurant Group’

Kanchan Nath Feb 23, 2023

Shiji has announced that Kevin King, COO of Shiji was appointed to the UAE Restaurant Group as the newest Advisor to the Board.

Appointments

WebBeds promotes Lola Diaz to SVP Sales for Europe

Kanchan Nath Feb 23, 2023

WebBeds has bolstered its European leadership team by promoting Lola Diaz to SVP Sales, Europe, emphasising the importance of Europe as the largest source market region of its global…

Expedition Cruising

Hurtigruten Expeditions looks to the future with arrival of veteran explorer Alastair Newton

Kanchan Nath Feb 16, 2023

Hurtigruten Expeditions have hired Alastair Newton, 45, a younger veteran of the Expedition Cruise industry, as Director of Expedition Operations.

Appointments

Chapman Freeborn appoints James Edwards as General Manager – UK

Kanchan Nath Feb 16, 2023

Chapman Freeborn, the global air charter specialist and part of Avia Solutions Group, has appointed James Edwards as General Manager – UK.

Appointments

Gavin Landry appointed as the new Ex VP for Americas by VisitBritian

Kanchan Nath Feb 15, 2023

VisitBritain announced two major appointments on its team that will majorly affect its operations in its number one overseas market, the U.S

Appointments

Stephen Baxendale appointed as Technology Partnerships Manager

Kanchan Nath Feb 10, 2023

The Advantage Travel Partnership has announced the appointment of Stephen Baxendale to the newly created role of Technology Partnerships Manager.

Appointments

Hahn Air appoints Adriana C. Carrelli as Vice President Airline Business

Kanchan Nath Feb 9, 2023

To further strengthen the support and guidance for its airline partners, Hahn Air appointed Adriana C. Carrelli as Vice President Airline Business.

Hotels

Phuket Hotels Association reappoints senior leadership team

Kanchan Nath Feb 3, 2023

With Bjorn Courage, reappointed as President, the association will continue its work built around four strategic pillars – Marketing, Environment, Government and Education – and…

Appointments

Shangri-La Al Husn, Muscat appoints Nick Flynn as Hotel Manager

Kanchan Nath Feb 2, 2023

Nick Flynn has been appointed as Hotel Manager, joining the exclusive Shangri-La Al Husn, a breathtaking clifftop retreat for adults located in beautiful Muscat, Oman.

Appointments

Tourism Australia promotes Karen Saw to Country Manager Malaysia

Kanchan Nath Feb 2, 2023

Tourism Australia has announced the promotion of Karen Saw from her role as Business Development Manager to Country Manager Malaysia, where she will take the lead in driving Tourism…

Appointments

Richard Taylor joins AFTA team

Kanchan Nath Jan 23, 2023

Travel industry connector and commentator Richard Taylor has joined the Australian Federation of Travel Agents (AFTA) as Director of Membership Experience

Appointments

Windstar Cruises appoints Joe Jiffo as Director of Field Sales

Kanchan Nath Jan 23, 2023

Windstar Cruises has named Joe Jiffo as the new director of field sales, where he is responsible for guiding the small ship cruise line’s North America field sales team and inside sales…

Global

BESydney appoints Joo-Rei Mathieson

Kanchan Nath Jan 20, 2023

Business Events Sydney (BESydney) has appointmented Joo-Rei Mathieson who will be joining the BESydney bidding team in mid-January as Associate Director – Global Corporate & Incentive,…

Global

Hotelbeds expands Executive Leadership Committee

Kanchan Nath Jan 19, 2023

Hotelbeds has hired Daniel Nordholm in a newly-created leadership position focusing on enabling financial services. Daniel will be part of the company’s Executive Committee and report…

Appointments

Nicolas De Gols has been appointed as GM of Le Royal Monceau – Raffles Paris

Kanchan Nath Dec 29, 2022

Nicolas De Gols, has just joined the team of Le Royal Monceau - Raffles Paris and is thus positioned as the youngest General Manager of Palaces.

Appointments

Cinzia Burnes joins AFTA Board of Directors

Kanchan Nath Dec 21, 2022

Burnes is Executive Director Helloworld Limited. She is also a G’Day USA Champion and has been a Board Member of Tourism Victoria, a Committee Member of Beyond Tourism 2020 and a Board…

Appointments

Barbara Muckermann to be Silversea’s next president and CEO

Kanchan Nath Dec 19, 2022

Barbara Muckermann, currently chief commercial officer at Silversea Cruises, will become the company’s next president and CEO, and will join parent company Royal Caribbean Group’s executive…

Appointments

APT & Travelmarvel appoint Robin Griffiths as BDM for the Midlands

Kanchan Nath Dec 16, 2022

APT has appointed Robin Griffiths as Business Development Manager for The Midlands, in a strategic hire that will help to ensure the luxury APT and flexible four-star Travelmarvel brands are…

Appointments

Club Med Appoints Olivier Monceau as its new general manager of Singapore and Malaysia

Kristin Mariano Dec 6, 2022

Club Med has announced the appointment of Olivier Monceau as the new General Manager of Singapore and Malaysia effective from October 2022. With his strong business acumen and deep…

Appointments

Shilla Monogram Quangnam Danang welcomes Executive Chef Choi Kyo Deok

Kanchan Nath Dec 1, 2022

With over twenty-two years working at The Shilla, Chef Choi is bringing a wealth of experience gained at one of the most luxurious hotels in the world to Shilla Monogram Quangnam Danang's…

Features

Industry Appointments – November 2022

Kanchan Nath Nov 22, 2022

Here are the new Travel & Hospitality industry appointments for November 2022, a big congratulations from everyone at TD, we wish you every success in your new role. If you have moved…

Eturbo News

The St. Regis Venice appoints Giuseppe Ricci as Executive Chef

Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor Nov 18, 2022 0

Steeped in elegant dining tradition, chef will lead culinary programming & bring delicious new twists to iconic hotel's seasonal dishes. The St. Regis Venice appoints Giuseppe Ricci as…

Appointments

John Boris appointed Tripadvisor’s CMO

Kanchan Nath Nov 17, 2022

Tripadvisor, the world’s largest travel guidance platform, announced the appointment of tech, travel and hospitality veteran, John Boris, as its chief marketing officer.

Appointments

amana promotes Sahar Haidar to head its Global Operations

Kanchan Nath Nov 17, 2022

amana, a leading online neo-broker in the MENA region, has announced the appointment of Sahar Haidar as the new Director of Global Operations.

Appointments

Four Seasons Resort Hoi An (The Nam Hai) names Marcel Oostenbrink as general manager

Kristin Mariano Nov 16, 2022

Arriving from the sultry shores of Seychelles, Marcel Oostenbrink brings a breath of fresh air and a wealth of luxury resort expertise to Vietnam’s cultural heartland. Recently…

Appointments

New GM at Hotel Martinez – Cannes

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Michel Cottray has recently joined the team at Hôtel Martinez – The Unbound Collection by Hyatt – as General Manager, returning to the French Riviera, which he knows well, having…

Appointment announcement

Tourism Marketing Leader Scott Schult Joins Orange142 as Head of Strategy

Chris Head Nov 8, 2022

Tourism marketing leader Scott Schult has been named Head of Strategy at Orange142, a demand generation and digital advertising company that is part of Direct Digital Holdings.

Appointments

Rail Europe appoints Bjorn Bender as new President & CEO

Kanchan Nath Nov 4, 2022

Rail Europe has appointed Björn Bender as President and CEO. Björn, a mobility expert with 20 years’ experience in the sector, will be bringing his rail expertise, customer centricity and…

Appointments

Chatrium Grand Bangkok appoints Daniel Kerr as its General Manager

Kanchan Nath Nov 2, 2022

Chatrium Grand Bangkok, the inaugural edition of Chatrium Hospitality’s enhanced luxury collection, has appointed Daniel Kerr as its General Manager, as it prepares to embark on a new era of…

Appointments

CWT appoints Victoria Berwick as Global Marketing Director

Kanchan Nath Nov 2, 2022

CWT announced the appointment of Victoria Berwick to the newly created Vice President role of Global Marketing Director, with effect from 1 November 2022.

Appointments

Richard Toomer taken over as Executive Director of the Tourism Alliance

Kanchan Nath Nov 1, 2022

The Tourism Alliance has announced that Richard Toomer has taken over as Executive Director of the organisation following the retirement of Kurt Janson OBE.

Appointments

Gulf Air appoints Captain Waleed Al Alawi as Chief Executive Officer

Kanchan Nath Oct 27, 2022

Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, today announced Captain Waleed Al Alawi as the airline’s Chief Executive Officer.

Appointments

APT appoints Robin Griffiths as BDM for The Midlands

Kanchan Nath Oct 27, 2022

APT has announced the appointment of Robin Griffiths as Business Development Manager for The Midlands, in a strategic hire that will help to ensure the luxury APT and flexible four-star…

Appointments

Industry Appointments – October 2022

Kanchan Nath Oct 26, 2022

Here are the new Travel & Hospitality industry appointments for October 2022, a big congratulations from everyone at TD, we wish you every success in your new role. If you have moved…

Appointments

Andaz Pattaya Jomtien Beach unveils senior leadership team

Kristin Mariano Oct 24, 2022

Andaz Pattaya Jomtien Beach, Hyatt’s inaugural Andaz-branded luxury and lifestyle resort in Thailand, has unveiled its highly skilled and experienced executive management team ahead of…

Appointments

Gaurav Bhatnagar joins the WTTC’s Executive Committee

Kanchan Nath Oct 21, 2022

Gaurav Bhatnagar, Co-Founder of TBO.COM, the travel distribution platform, has joined the Executive Committee of the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC).

Appointments

STAAH appoints Tony Howlett as CEO

Kanchan Nath Oct 17, 2022

In his new role as the chief executive officer, Tony will be responsible for overall leadership, strategy and business management, driving STAAH’s vision of continued rapid growth of its…

Appointments

Friedrich Von Schönburg appointed managing director of Rosewood Villa Magna

Kanchan Nath Oct 6, 2022

Madrid’s iconic Rosewood Villa Magna has appointed Friedrich von Schönburg as the Managing Director of the newly remodeled luxury hotel.

Appointments

Dubai Holding appoints Katerina Giannouka as CEO of Jumeirah Group from Dec

Kanchan Nath Sep 30, 2022

Dubai Holding, a diversified global investment company with presence in over 13 countries, announced the appointment of Katerina Giannouka as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of…

Appointments

CWT appoints Janet Wu Nuckles as vice president, tax

Kanchan Nath Sep 28, 2022

CWT, the Business-to-Business-for-Employees (B2B4E) travel management platform has appointed Janet Wu Nuckles, vice president, tax reporting directly to Judy Hendrick, CWT’s chief financial…

Appointment announcement

Industry Appointments – September 2022

Chris Head Sep 27, 2022

Here are the new Travel & Hospitality industry appointments for September 2022, a big congratulations from everyone at TD, we wish you every success in your new role. If you have moved…

Appointments

Alexander Suski to be consultant CEO of Terra Sol Hospitality

Kanchan Nath Sep 26, 2022

Seasoned hotelier, Alexander Suski, takes on the role of consultant CEO of Terra Sol Hospitality, overseeing the launch of one of the region’s most eagerly awaited developments, Terra Solis…

Appointments

CTG hotel appoints James Kim as chief operating officer

Kanchan Nath Sep 23, 2022

TG Hotel Holdings Corporation Limited (CTG Hotel) has recently appointed James Kim as the chief operating officer of CTG Hotel.

Appointments

Rogers Hospitality appoints Veit Fuhrmeister as chief commercial officer

Kanchan Nath Sep 20, 2022

Rogers Hospitality, the Mauritian hospitality company, managing Heritage Resorts and Veranda Resorts has appointed seasoned professional Veit Fuhrmeister as chief commercial officer.

Appointments

Booking.Com appoints Santosh Kumar as country manager

Kanchan Nath Sep 16, 2022

Booking.Com appoints Santosh Kumar as country manager for India, Sri Lanka, Maldives and Indonesia.

Hotels

Hotel Arts Barcelona appoints Pascha Bhatti as Director of Operations

Chris Head Sep 14, 2022

The iconic urban retreat Hotel Arts Barcelona is pleased to announce the appointment of Pascha Bhatti as Director of Operations. In his new role, The Ritz-Carlton veteran will handle all the…

Appointments

LOT Polish Airlines gives Amit Ray additional responsibilities

Kanchan Nath Sep 12, 2022

Amit Ray, director India, DACH Markets and Italy at LOT Polish Airlines, will be additionally appointed as head of global corporate and strategic sales at the Polish Star Alliance member…

Appointments

Pieter Elbers to be IndiGo Airlines new CEO

Kanchan Nath Sep 7, 2022

Petrus Elbers has joined IndiGo as the chief executive officer (CEO) with effect from Tuesday. Elbers replaced Ronojoy Dutta, 71, who is set to retire on September 30, 2022.

Appointment announcement

Hotelbeds welcomes Pippa Williamson as new VP Commercial for APAC

Chris Head Sep 5, 2022

After one of the busiest summers in recent times, and now that most of APACs borders have been opened, Hotelbeds is delighted to announce the appointment of Pippa Williamson as its new VP…

Appointment announcement

Appointments – August 2022

Chris Head Aug 25, 2022

Here are the new Travel & Hospitality industry appointments for August 2022, a big congratulations from everyone at TD, we wish you every success in your new role. If you have moved…

Global

Matias Lira joins Crystal Cruises as senior vice president, global sales & guest services

Kanchan Nath Aug 24, 2022

Jack Anderson, President of Crystal Cruises, has appointed Matias Lira as senior vice president, global sales & guest services, based in Miami.

HR & Careers

Kairali Ayurvedic Group appoints Anoop Vijayaraj as general manager

Kanchan Nath Aug 18, 2022

Anoop Vijayaraj has been appointed as general manager for Kairali - The Ayurvedic Healing Village, Palakkad.

Appointments

Blossom Hotel Houston appoints michelin-starred Chef Ho Chee Boon to lead all culinary programming at luxury property

Chris Head Jul 26, 2022

Exciting Developments in the Hotel’s Culinary Programming to Debut in the Coming Months, Including Duck House by Boon, Blossom Club Chef’s Table, New Japanese dining destination, Blossom…

Appointments

Britta Krug appointed as general manager of Mango House Seychelles, LXR Hotels and Resorts

Kristin Mariano Jul 22, 2022

Mango House Seychelles, LXR Hotels & Resorts has announced the appointment of Britta Krug as General Manager. Britta aims to further develop and curate the authentic Seychellois…

The St. Regis Singapore welcomes Allen Howden as general manager

Kristin Mariano Jul 19, 2022

The St. Regis Singapore has announced Mr. Allen Howden as the hotel's new general manager. The British native takes the helm at one of the most prestigious addresses in the city having…

Discova appoints Peter Christiansen to Director of Operations

Kristin Mariano Jul 4, 2022

Discova, one of the world’s leading DMCs, has promoted Peter Christiansen to the role of Director of Operations.

Abercrombie & Kent appoints Susan Haberle to Head of Sales and Partnerships

Kristin Mariano Jun 30, 2022

Abercrombie & Kent Australia (A&K) has announced that Susan Haberle will be joining A&K in the role of Head of Sales and Partnerships. In addition, we are also pleased to…

Fairmont Maldives’ new GM looks forward to taking Sustainability Lab to new levels

Megha Paul Jun 20, 2022

Fairmont Maldives Sirru Fen Fushi, a luxury resort set in the North Shaviyani Atoll, has announced the appointment of Marshall Orton as general manager

Air

Air New Zealand appoints chief sustainability officer

Megha Paul Jun 14, 2022

Air New Zealand Chief Executive Officer Greg Foran says sustainability is the biggest issue facing the airline’s future and requires increased focus

TourRadar announces Sarah Roos-Essl as their new Director of Content.

Chris Head May 19, 2022

TourRadar, the world 's first Adventure Booking Platform, has announced San Francisco Bay Area tech veteran Sarah Roos-Essl as their new Director of Content.

Air

Scoot CEO Campbell Wilson becomes Air India head

Megha Paul May 16, 2022

Tata Sons announced Scoot CEO Campbell Wilson has been appointed the MD and CEO of Air India

Matt Goldberg becomes new CEO of Tripadvisor

Megha Paul May 9, 2022

Tripadvisor has announced that Matt Goldberg has been named its Chief Executive Officer, succeeding co-founder and long-time CEO, Stephen Kaufer

Aurora Expeditions appoints Michael Heath as new CEO

Kristin Mariano Apr 28, 2022

Aurora Expeditions has announced that Michael Heath will join the company, taking on the role of CEO effective June 1.

Andersen to steer CWT further towards travel and events services

Megha Paul Apr 27, 2022

CWT has appointed Patrick Andersen as its next President and Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 May 2022

Qatar Airways announces Amy Stainlay as marketing manager, Australasia and North Asia

Kristin Mariano Apr 13, 2022

Qatar Airways today announces the appointment of Amy Stainlay as Marketing Manager, Australasia and North Asia.

Selo Group appoints renowned sustainability expert Piet Van Zyl as Chief Regenerative Officer

Chris Head Mar 25, 2022

, Selo Group, an award-winning and fully integrated development company based in Singapore, announced the appointment of Piet Van Zyl as chief regenerative officer. Drawing on his wealth of…

Kudos Travel Technology appoints Commercial Manager

Chris Head Mar 16, 2022

Kudos Travel Technology – a Brisbane-based technology company – has appointed former Amadeus Head of Travel Management Sales, Gena Signorini, as Commercial Manager. While most businesses in…

Air

Tata Sons chief Chandrasekaran becomes Air India chairman

Megha Paul Mar 15, 2022

N Chandrasekaran, chairman of Tata Sons, has been appointed as the chairman of Air India by the airline’s board, aviation industry sources said

Air

Ilker Ayci declines role of Air India CEO

Megha Paul Mar 2, 2022

Days after the announcement of his appointment led to opposition in India, Turkey’s Ilker Ayci has declined to be the chief executive officer (CEO) of Tata Group’s Air India

Travel tech startup Vacaay appoints Catherine Stevens as APAC Regional Director.

Kristin Mariano Mar 1, 2022

Catherine Stevens is a travel media veteran and is delighted to be re-entering the industry after her pre-COVID hiatus.

Selong Selo Resort & Residences appoints hospitality veteran Andrew Leith as General Manager of acclaimed Indonesian property

Chris Head Feb 28, 2022

Selo Group announced the appointment of Andrew J. Leith as general manager of Selong Selo Resort & Residences, the group’s award-winning flagship resort and residences on the scenic…

World Travel Market London gets new exhibition director

Megha Paul Feb 18, 2022

Juliette Losardo has been appointed as the new exhibition director of World Travel Market (WTM) London

Air

Former Turkish Airlines head Ilker Ayci becomes Air India CEO

Megha Paul Feb 17, 2022

Tata Sons appointed former Chairperson of Turkish Airlines Ilker Ayci as the Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of Air India

Vana Belle Resort Koh Samui introduces new General Manager Francois Poletti

Chris Head Feb 11, 2022

Vana Belle, a Luxury Collection Resort, Koh Samui introduces new General Manager Francois Poletti who brings his European style to the luxury resort on Koh Samui, Francois Poletti has been…

Air

Rahul Bhatia takes charge as IndiGo MD

Megha Paul Feb 8, 2022

The Board of Directors of InterGlobe Aviation (IndiGo), at its meeting unanimously approved the appointment of its co-founder and promoter, Rahul Bhatia, as its managing director

Sarah Derry appointed Chief Executive Officer Accor Pacific

Kristin Mariano Jan 31, 2022

Accor is pleased to announce Sarah Derry is appointed to the role of Chief Executive Officer Accor Pacific, effective 1 February 2022.

The St. Regis San Francisco appoints Christopher Williams as Director of Restaurant Operations

Chris Head Jan 28, 2022

The St. Regis San Francisco, the city’s premier address for luxury accommodations, gracious service and timeless elegance, is pleased to announce the appointment of Christopher Williams to…

CWT’s Hindmarsh to spearhead development in China

Megha Paul Jan 27, 2022

CWT, the Business-to-Business-for-Employees (B2B4E) travel management platform has announced the appointment of Belinda Hindmarsh as SVP, Chief Operating Officer of RoomIt and China

IATA’s new appointment to boost efficient global connectivity

Megha Paul Jan 25, 2022

International Air Transport Association (IATA) has appointed Frederic Leger as the association’s senior vice president for commercial products and services

Blossom Hotel Houston appoints Tasir Bukhari as Director of Guest Relations

Chris Head Jan 12, 2022

Blossom Hotel Houston is pleased to announce the appointment of Tasir Bukhari as its director of guest relations. A seasoned hospitality professional with over 25 years of customer service…

Vistara’s new CEO takes charge

Megha Paul Jan 6, 2022

Vinod Kannan has taken over as the CEO of Vistara airline after having replaced Leslie Thng who was the CEO from July 16, 2017 to December 31 last year

Phuket Hotels Association ropes in new leadership team

Megha Paul Dec 20, 2021

The Phuket Hotels Association, a non-profit organisation with 72 member properties, has embarked on an exciting new era with the appointment of a new senior leadership team

Discova grows sales team in US to support agent network

Megha Paul Dec 15, 2021

Global destination management company Discova has appointed Nicholas “Nico” Mendenhall as Trade Sales Executive

Zurab Pololikashvili re-elected Secretary General for UNWTO

Megha Paul Dec 3, 2021

United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) has re-elected Zurab Pololikashvili to the role of general secretary of the organisation

Etihad names first female chief of HR

Megha Paul Nov 10, 2021

Etihad Airways has announced appointment of Dr Nadia Bastaki as Chief Human Resources, Organisational Development and Asset Management Officer, becoming the first-ever female chief at the…

The St. Regis San Francisco appoints Roger Huldi as new General Manager

Chris Head Oct 14, 2021

The St. Regis San Francisco is pleased to announce the appointment of Roger Huldi to the position of general manager. Huldi is a seasoned industry veteran with nearly 30 years of experience…

BWH Hotel Group names Lawrence M. Cuculic as new president and CEO

Kristin Mariano Oct 14, 2021

BWH Hotel Group has announced that Lawrence (Larry) M. Cuculic has been appointed President and Chief Executive Officer by the company's Board of Directors.

Standard International names Amber Asher as chief executive officer, Amar Lalvani as executive chairman

Kristin Mariano Oct 13, 2021

The Standard has announced its appointment of Amber Asher to CEO of Standard International, parent company of Standard Hotels, Bunkhouse and Peri Hotels and Amar Lalvani to executive…

Adam O’Keefe to steer travel recovery at Discova in new role

Megha Paul Oct 11, 2021

Global destination management company, Discova, has announced the appointment of Adam O’Keefe as the new Global Marketing Manager. Adam is stepping into the role from October 11 and will be…

WebBeds appoints James Phillips as Americas region president

Megha Paul Oct 5, 2021

WebBeds, the world’s fastest growing B2B travel intermediary, providing accommodation and ground product distribution services to the travel industry, has announced the appointment of James…

Phuket hospitality legend Claude Sauter to lead art-inspired beachfront resort The Slate

Megha Paul Sep 22, 2021

The Slate, the whimsical, art-inspired beachfront resort on Phuket’s secluded northwest coast, has announced the appointment of Claude Sauter as its new general manager

Philip Goh to lead IATA in Asia Pacific as regional vice president

Megha Paul Sep 17, 2021

International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced the appointment of Philip Goh as its regional vice president for Asia-Pacific with effect from now

Andrew J Wood to lead Skal International Asia as president for 2021-23

Megha Paul Sep 14, 2021

With the successful completion of Skål International Asia’s 50th Asian Area Annual General Assembly, Andrew J Wood was elected President 2021-2023 at the virtual meeting

Appointments

Flight Centre Travel Group (FCTG) appoints Darren Wright as Global CMO

Kristin Mariano Aug 11, 2021

Flight Centre Travel Group has appointed Darren ‘Daz’ Wright as Global Chief Marketing Officer for its leisure division, including the global Flight Centre brand and Travel Associates.

Global

Key appointment at The Travel Corporation to fuel further growth in Asia

Megha Paul Aug 11, 2021

The Travel Corporation (TTC), the highly respected, family-owned-and-run global travel business with 40 award-winning brands, has announced the appointment of Nicholas Lim as chief executive…

Tourism

Qatar National Tourism Council appoints Deveekaa Nijhawan to steer international PR

Megha Paul Jun 16, 2021

Qatar National Tourism Council (QNTC) has appointed Deveekaa Nijhawan to lead the international PR and communications team, to assist in marketing the destination in key markets as part of…

Global

Dewing to steer growth for Aurora Expeditions in UK

Megha Paul Jun 3, 2021

Aurora Expeditions has named travel and cruise industry veteran Jos Dewing as its first-ever managing director in the UK, to spearhead growth in the key UK market

Tourism

FCM’s new head of marketing to boost momentum in Asia

Megha Paul May 21, 2021

Jones will be responsible for managing and overseeing marketing campaigns and initiatives to drive growth across the region including Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, mainland China for FCM…

Tourism

Julia Simpson becomes CEO and president in WTTC

Megha Paul May 13, 2021

WTTC announces the departure of current CEO Gloria Guevara and appointment of IAG executive committee member, Julia Simpson, as its president and CEO, effective 15 August

Appointments

Vacaay welcomes Tristan Freedman as regional director North America

Kristin Mariano May 10, 2021

Australian-owned travel tech platform, Vacaay, has added industry stalwart Tristan Freedman to its team as Regional Director as the company continues to grow its global presence.

Global

New appointment: PATA gets first Asian American woman head

Megha Paul Apr 28, 2021

Liz Ortiguera will now become next chief executive officer effective 17 May 2021 for PATA succeeding Dr. Mario Hardy who will finish his term at the end of May

Technology

Michelle McKinney Frymire becomes CEO at CWT

Megha Paul Apr 28, 2021

CWT, the business-to-business-for-employees travel management platform, announced the appointment of Michelle McKinney Frymire as chief executive officer (CEO) with effect from 1 May 2021

Appointments

Saraid Carey is the new general manager of Hyatt Regency Brisbane

Kristin Mariano Apr 19, 2021

Hyatt Regency Brisbane has announced that Saraid Carey assumed the position of general manager.

Air

Walsh takes charge as IATA head to steer global growth

Megha Paul Apr 2, 2021

IATA has announced that Willie Walsh has officially taken on the role of director general of the organisation after Alexandre de Juniac

Appointments

Ermanno Zanini is the new regional VP and GM of Burj Al Arab Jumeirah 

Kristin Mariano Apr 1, 2021

Luxury hospitality company Jumeirah Group has appointed Ermanno Zanini as the new regional vice president and general manager of Burj Al Arab Jumeirah, its flagship hotel in the United Arab…

Air

Jeh Wadia steps down as GoAir MD

Megha Paul Mar 24, 2021

Wadia Group-controlled GoAir said that Jeh Wadia has stepped down as the managing director, while industry veteran Ben Baldanza has joined its board as vice-chairman

Global

Marriott appoints new CEO and president to lead its recovery from Covid-19 pandemic

Megha Paul Feb 24, 2021

Hotel giant Marriott International has now appointed Anthony “Tony” Capuano as chief executive officer and Stephanie Linnartz as president of the group

Tourism

James Air to head Vacaay’s new London office

Megha Paul Feb 5, 2021

Australian-owned travel tech platform, Vacaay, has recruited James Air to head its new London office as regional manager UK & Europe

Tourism

Waterstone opens UK office with Mark Anderson to head new operation

Megha Paul Jan 22, 2021

Waterstone, the sales, marketing and communications consultancy focused exclusively on supporting the luxury travel advisor community in North America, has opened a UK office based in London

Associations

Secretary-general Pololikashvili nominated to lead UNWTO for four more years

Megha Paul Jan 21, 2021

The Executive Council of the UN World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has expressed its continued support for secretary-general Zurab Pololikashvili

Appointments

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