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🏖 Jason de Vries appointed as General Manager of Four Seasons Resort Oahu at Ko Olina, a 370-room oceanfront resort on Oahu’s west coast. Previously, he managed Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero. De Vries, with over 20 years at Four Seasons, including roles in Boston, Los Angeles, and Washington, DC, returns after serving as Resort Manager from 2021 to 2023, aiming to enhance the resort's legacy and community spirit.

🏨 G6 Hospitality appointed Krishna Paliwal as president of midscale extended stay. With over 20 years in hospitality, Paliwal previously led La Quinta and Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham. He will drive G6’s midscale extended stay strategy, following the launch of Studio 6 Plus. Paliwal is known for integrating architecture, design, operations, and development for brand growth. He also supports the BSP Education Society, aiding nearly 1,000 young women in northern India.

🏨 Stonebridge, a Denver-based hotel management company, appointed Paul Eckert as COO. Eckert, with over 30 years in hospitality leadership, was previously COO at Trailborn Hotels & Resorts. His career includes roles at Davidson Hospitality Group, Interstate Hotels & Resorts, and Omni Hotels & Resorts. Eckert aims to enhance execution and expand margins at Stonebridge. CEO Rob Smith praised Eckert's operational expertise and commitment to maximizing owner investment value.

📍 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.