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Choice Hotels Promotes Tony Pallas to Chief Technology Officer, Leading Enterprise Technology and AI Initiatives

💻 Tony Pallas is now Chief Technology Officer at Choice Hotels, leading enterprise technology and engineering. He reports to Anna Scozzafava and is responsible for SkyTouch Technology. With over a decade at Choice, Pallas spearheaded platform modernization, cloud expansions, and AI solutions like CHARLIE. His focus includes AI-enabled tools such as Business Direct and EasyBid, aiming to enhance hotel performance and efficiency. Formerly, he advised on tech strategies and custom solutions.

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Michael Robinson Named General Manager of The Valorian Los Angeles, a Curio Collection by Hilton

📖 Michael Robinson has been appointed as the general manager of The Valorian Los Angeles, part of Curio Collection by Hilton. With 20 years in hospitality, Robinson has managed openings and renovations in 10 properties across four countries, notably at Kimpton Hotels. Previously, he led Kimpton Hong Kong and Kimpton Everly Hollywood. The Valorian, formerly Mondrian Los Angeles, is on Sunset Strip and offers 236 rooms, including luxury suites with views of the Hollywood Hills.

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The LINE DC Appoints Sherry Abedi as New General Manager, Bringing Over a Decade of Hospitality Experience

📍 Sherry Abedi is appointed as the new general manager of The LINE DC, located in the Adams Morgan neighborhood, Washington, D.C. Abedi brings over a decade of experience, having previously managed Viceroy Washington DC, Hotel Zena, and opened Thompson Washington, D.C. The LINE DC, with 220 rooms, is set in a 170-year-old church. Megan Foster, managing director, highlights Abedi's leadership and community engagement as key assets for the hotel.

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Carton House in Kildare, Ireland Appoints Experienced Hospitality Leader Ivan King as General Manager

🏨 Carton House, a luxury hotel in Kildare, Ireland, appointed Ivan King as general manager. King, with a history in luxury hotel management, previously worked as CEO and general manager at Luttrellstown Castle Resort. His career includes senior roles at The Shelbourne Dublin and Radisson Blu St. Helen’s Hotel. Additionally, King is a board director of the Irish Hospitality Institute and chairs IHI RISE, fostering emerging hospitality leaders.

Langham Hospitality Group Appoints Josh Littman as Head of Development for EMEA to Drive Expansion

🏨 Langham Hospitality Group appoints Josh Littman as head of development for EMEA, based in London, focusing on new hotel and residence contracts. Littman, with 20+ years in hospitality development, previously served as VP of development at Starwood Hotels. He contributed to the regional growth of Baccarat, 1 Hotels, and Treehouse Hotels. CEO Bob van den Oord highlights Littman's expertise in luxury and upscale segments as key to expanding Langham's portfolio with openings like The Langham, Venice and Diriyah.

Christopher Eastmond Appointed General Manager of Hodges Bay Resort & Spa Amid Ongoing Renovations in Antigua

🏝️ Hodges Bay Resort & Spa, located on Antigua's northern tip, has appointed Christopher Eastmond as the new general manager. With over 20 years in the hospitality industry, Eastmond has held leadership roles in the Caribbean, including St. Kitts & Nevis, St. Vincent & The Grenadines, and Barbados. He will lead renovations at the resort, including upgraded rooms and the introduction of Katsuya Beach, the first Caribbean outpost of Chef Katsuya Uechi's brand.

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Stephane Mercier Appointed General Manager of Pendry Tampa, a Luxury Hotel Opening in 2027 with 220 Rooms

📈 Stephane Mercier will become the General Manager of Pendry Tampa, opening in 2027. With over 35 years in hospitality across Europe, the Americas, and the Caribbean, he previously managed The National Hotel Miami Beach and the Waldorf Astoria Atlanta Buckhead. Pendry Tampa will offer 220 rooms, 200 residences, and 11,000 square feet of meeting space in downtown Tampa's Riverwalk.

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W Punta Cana Appoints Alejandro Larrondo as General Manager to Enhance All-Inclusive Luxury Experience

🏨 Alejandro Larrondo has been appointed general manager of W Punta Cana, the first all-inclusive resort in the W Hotels portfolio, following its debut last August. Larrondo, with extensive experience in Caribbean and Latin American luxury hospitality, aims to enhance service and guest engagement. Previously, he managed Hilton Cancun Mar Caribe and various Marriott properties. Gastón Gonzalez of Marriott International highlights Larrondo's role in positioning the resort within the luxury all-inclusive segment.

Choice Hotels CEO Patrick Pacious Steps Down; Dominic Dragisich Appointed Interim CEO During Search for Successor

📈 Choice Hotels' CEO Patrick Pacious steps down, effective immediately, with Dominic Dragisich as interim CEO. Pacious, CEO since 2017, will remain an advisor until August 31, 2026. Under Pacious, Choice expanded from 11 to 22 brands, notably acquiring WoodSpring Suites and Radisson Hotels Americas. Dragisich, formerly chief growth & strategy officer, will lead during the CEO search. The board will evaluate both internal and external candidates to find a successor.

Fairmont Mayakoba Appoints Gonzalo Güelman Ros as General Manager to Lead 20th Anniversary Celebrations

🗺️ Fairmont Mayakoba in Mexico's Riviera Maya appoints Gonzalo Güelman Ros as general manager, boasting over 30 years in luxury resorts management across the Americas and Caribbean. Previously GM at The St. Regis Punta Mita, Ros joins for Fairmont's 20th anniversary. The resort recently launched "Past, Present and Paradise," an art installation, and a Wellness Suite. Ros aims to further establish Fairmont Mayakoba as Mexico’s top luxury destination.

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