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Tatiana Valenzuela

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Rosewood Hotel Group appoints COO and VP of operations for EMEAC region

📈 Rosewood Hotel Group appointed Anthony Ingham as COO, effective September 1, and Luca Finardi as VP of operations for EMEAC, effective June 1. Ingham, with a decade of experience at Marriott and others, led the transformation of W Hotels. Finardi, previously with Mandarin Oriental, brings over 20 years of luxury hospitality experience. Finardi will collaborate with Ingham, managing directors, and stakeholders to advance operational strategies in the EMEAC region.
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Antoine Serhan appointed hotel manager of New York’s The Barclay

📍 Antoine Serhan has been appointed as hotel manager at InterContinental New York Barclay. He brings extensive experience from roles in North America, the Middle East, and Asia, including managing over 500 staff in Dubai. Serhan has held leadership positions at Millennium Broadway Hotel and New York Palace Hotel. The Barclay, built in 1926, is owned by Street Holdings, LLC and managed by IHG. It recently underwent extensive renovations.
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Etéreo, Auberge Resorts Collection appoints new GM

🏝️ Laura Villalobos was appointed general manager of Etéreo, Auberge Resorts Collection on Mexico’s Riviera Maya’s Kanai development. She previously held a role as commercial director at Four Seasons Hotel Mexico City. Villalobos has experience in leadership roles in sales, marketing, and operations, including at The St. Regis Mexico City and The St. Regis Punta Mita Resort. She aims to create unique experiences for guests at Etéreo.
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Auberge Resorts’ Susurros del Corazón appoints new GM

🏖 Christian González has been named the general manager of Susurros del Corazón, Auberge Resorts Collection, in Punta de Mita, Mexico. With over 25 years in luxury hospitality, González brings experience from roles at Rosewood Mayakoba and Four Seasons properties. Susurros del Corazón, overlooking Bahía de Banderas, includes 59 studios, casitas, suites, and 30 villas. Raised in Puerto Vallarta, González aims to elevate the resort's luxury status while honoring its local culture and traditions.
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Groups360 appoints VP of attendee solutions

📅 Jason Bond appointed as VP of Attendee Solutions at Groups360. With 25+ years in meetings/events, Bond will enhance business and operational growth. He previously worked as EVP at Prestige Global Meeting Source. Bond's role includes expanding group housing solutions for event accommodations. His past roles include VP at ConferenceDirect, Managing Director at HOST Event Management, and Sales & Marketing Manager for Ontario Tourism Education Corporation. Bond's expertise aligns with Groups360's mission to optimize event planning.
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Salamander Collection’s Aspen Meadows Resort appoints new GM

🏖️ Carrie Williams will be the new general manager of Aspen Meadows Resort starting June 14. Aspen Meadows, managed by Salamander Collection and founded by Sheila Johnson, covers 40 acres with 98 suites. Williams, with the Aspen Institute since 2020, has led sustainability and renovation projects. The resort recently renovated guest accommodations and opened a new restaurant, West End Social. Williams succeeds from roles at The Limelight Hotel and The Little Nell in Aspen.
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Hyatt’s Gild Hall, a Thompson Hotel welcomes new GM

📍 Jonathan Blose appointed as general manager of Hyatt’s Gild Hall, A Thompson Hotel, on April 14, 2025. With 17 years in hospitality, Blose's experience spans roles such as director of operations at Hyatt Centric Times Square (2021-2025) and Andaz San Diego. The 130-room hotel, opened in 2008, is located in Lower Manhattan's Financial District near Wall Street and One World Trade. Blose emphasizes team understanding for success.
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AC Hotel Wichita announces appointment of management team

🏨 Jeff Barnett and Holli Maestas will lead operations and sales at the AC Hotel Wichita Downtown, opening July 16, 2025, at 105 S. Broadway Ave., Wichita, KS. Jeff, with 15+ years in hospitality, has managed properties in Wichita since 2019. Holli, a Kansas native, brings 11+ years of experience to her sales director role. The hotel, part of Marriott’s portfolio, is in the historic 1929 Brown/Broadway Plaza Building. Managed by Greenwood Hospitality.
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Bespoke banquet business: How modern day banqueting is exceeding expectations

🏨 Weddings and corporate events increasingly demand personalized experiences, noted Patrick Berwald of EOS Hospitality. Hotels like Isla Bella Beach Resort in Florida partner with organizations like Conch Republic Marine Army for unique excursions. Alex Polidoros from IHS Design highlights luxury hotels investing in customized banquet furniture. Linen-free setups and live cooking stations are trending. Hilton Barbados Resort uses tech for efficient booking and planning. Staff training and strategic partnerships address industry challenges in maintaining service quality.
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