Tatiana Valenzuela

📍 Marcus Hotels & Resorts appoints Matt Karow as General Manager of Hilton Madison Monona Terrace in Madison, WI. Karow, with 20+ years of hospitality experience, will manage the 240-room hotel linked to Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center. Previously GM at Hotel Heron, VA, he transitioned it to Hilton's Curio Collection in four months. The hotel sits near Lake Monona, close to Madison’s state capitol and cultural attractions.

🌳 Under Canvas appoints Noah Brodsky as CEO, succeeding Matt Gaghen, who transitions to executive chairman until end of 2026. Under Canvas expanded to 17 locations, launching ULUM and the Outdoor Collection. Brodsky brings over 20 years of experience, previously at Lindblad Expeditions and Travel + Leisure Co. In April, Under Canvas opened its first California site in Yosemite; plans to open in New Hampshire's White Mountains in June 2026.

🏨 Concord Hospitality promoted Craig Haas to Regional Vice President of Lifestyle and Luxury Hotels. Haas, who joined Concord in January 2018, will oversee 30+ lifestyle and boutique hotels across North America. Reporting to SVP Ben Haller, Haas aims to enhance experiential luxury services. His career includes senior roles at Starwood and Hyatt. COO Will Loughran emphasizes that Haas's expertise will bolster their expanding luxury segment, enhancing guest experiences and long-term value.

🏨 Vision Hospitality Group recently appointed Chris Feaster as general manager and Andrew Burditt as food & beverage manager at Moxy Boulder University Hill, located near the University of Colorado Boulder campus. Feaster previously managed Moxy Cherry Creek in Denver and Marriott SpringHill Suites in Longmont. Burditt offers 24+ years in culinary and event management, with experience in organizing diverse events. Both aim to elevate guest experiences and strengthen ties with the University Hill community.

🏨 Gregory Maliassas appointed CEO of Driftwood Hospitality Management, bringing 30 years of global hospitality experience. He aims to expand DHM’s presence across the Americas. Previously EVP and COO at Playa Hotels & Resorts, he managed 15,000 employees and partnerships with Marriott, Hyatt, IHG, Hilton, and Wyndham. Driftwood, based in South Florida, seeks growth, leveraging strong capital ties and its integrated model. Maliassas praised David Buddemeyer’s foundational work at Driftwood.

🏨 Alejandro Gallegos has been appointed as the general manager of Kimpton Virgilio in Mexico City’s Polanco neighborhood. With over 30 years of international hospitality experience across Mexico, Argentina, and Uruguay, Gallegos will also support the upcoming launch of Kimpton Castelar, reinforcing the brand’s growth. Previously, he led Hotel Alexander in Mexico City and held roles at Sofitel Montevideo Casino Carrasco & Spa and Grace Cafayate.

📈 On July 1, Clark Hanrattie will become CEO and managing partner of HEI Hotels & Resorts, succeeding Anthony Rutledge, who led since 2012. Hanrattie, with 30 years in the industry, has managed over 175 hotels worth $9 billion. Under Rutledge, HEI's assets grew from $2 billion to $20 billion. HEI, based in Norwalk, Conn., operates over 100 hotels across the U.S. Hanrattie aims to enhance real estate value and maintain HEI’s cultural ethos.

📅 Klaus Kabelitz has been appointed as the new general manager of Hôtel Métropole Monte-Carlo, located in Monaco, succeeding Serge Ethuin, who retired after over ten years. Kabelitz began his role in September 2024 at The Kensington in London and has prior leadership experience, including managing The Biltmore Mayfair and The Cadogan London. He aims to enhance the luxury hotel's influence and guest experience with his extensive background in high-end hospitality across Europe and the U.S.

🏨 Hotel Monaco Denver has appointed Adam White as its new general manager. With 18 years of senior hotel leadership experience, White excels in budget management and strategic marketing. Previously, he managed the Kimpton Brice Hotel in Savannah, Georgia. His career includes roles in major U.S. markets like Los Angeles, Fort Lauderdale, Austin, and global brands such as Hyatt and Marriott. White aims to enhance employee growth and service quality for Denver travelers.