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📍 Robert Boyd appointed general manager of Kimpton Everly Hollywood, bringing over 20 years of luxury and lifestyle experience. Boyd previously led Hotel Greystone in Miami Beach to earn two MICHELIN Keys. Kimpton Everly Hollywood, located at the foot of the Hollywood Hills, features 216 guestrooms, 12 suites, and proximity to Hollywood landmarks. The hotel is 13 miles from Los Angeles International Airport and seven miles from Bob Hope Airport.

📁 Juan Losada returns as General Manager to Regent Phu Quoc in Vietnam, where he previously served from early 2019 to late 2022. With 15+ years in luxury hospitality, Losada's career includes roles at Fairmont La Hacienda Costa del Sol and El Palace Barcelona. Regent Phu Quoc, situated on Phu Quoc island next to a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve, offers luxury suites, villas, six dining outlets, and a wellness facility.

🏨 Sebastian Hinsch returns to Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills as general manager, after having served as hotel manager nearly a decade ago. With over 20 years in global hospitality, Hinsch recently managed Four Seasons Hotel Seattle for nearly five years. He'll oversee the 285-room urban resort and its amenities. His Four Seasons career began in 2001 at The Pierre Hotel in New York, moving through various roles globally, including managing a $120 million renovation at Four Seasons Resort Hualalai.

🏠 Carolin Paarmann is the new general manager of a&o London Docklands Riverside, which opened in late November. Located in Southwark, London, the hostel will undergo modernization in 2026, featuring 500 rooms and 2,100 beds. Expecting 180,000 overnight stays in 2026, Paarmann brings extensive experience from roles in Germany, the UK, and Australia. Having been in London since 2015, she aims to establish a&o in the competitive London market.

🏨 Munir Salem has been appointed as the general manager of Hyatt's Dream Downtown hotel in New York City, located between Chelsea and the Meatpacking District. With over 25 years of experience, Salem's career includes leadership roles in the Middle East, Asia, and the U.S., notably at Hyatt Regency and Andaz Xiamen in China. Most recently, he was the hotel manager at Thompson Central Park New York. Salem aims to enhance the guest experience while maintaining the hotel's unique character.

📈 Accor appoints Leire Leoz as chief franchise officer for its Premium, Midscale, and Economy division, effective February 2nd. Leoz will optimize franchise operations and report to Jean-Jacques Morin, group deputy CEO. Her responsibilities include enhancing franchised hotel success and refining processes. Leoz previously served as VP, owner & partner relations for EMEA at Marriott International, with roles at Starwood Hotels & Resorts and InterContinental Hotels Group.

📈 Alexandra Withers has been appointed as chief commercial officer for Accor’s Fairmont and Raffles Hotels & Resorts. With over 15 years' experience, she joins from Highgate Hotels, where she was EVP, Head of Marketing since 2024. Withers has successfully launched over 25 luxury properties worldwide. She takes over from Kristen Richter, who left Accor in November to join Peregrine Hospitality.

🏠 Kevin Pickard becomes general manager of L’Auberge de Sedona, Arizona, in 2023, after serving as dual general manager at The Lindy Renaissance Charleston and Atlanta Marriott Alpharetta. With over 25 years in hospitality, he aims to enhance the guest experience following the resort's $30 million expansion, which added 70 rooms and new amenities. Previously, Pickard held senior roles at Marriott International. The resort is owned by DiamondRock Hospitality and managed by Aimbridge Hospitality.

🏠 Carlos Rodriguez Jr. has been appointed CEO of Driftwood Capital, succeeding his father, Carlos Rodriguez Sr., who co-founded the firm in 2015 and will continue as executive chairman. Over the past decade, Driftwood Capital has expanded significantly, managing approximately $3.5 billion in hospitality assets and over 80 hotels. The firm has more than $1 billion in projects under development and has participated in over $2 billion in loan originations.

📈 Peregrine Hospitality appointed Heather Stege as COO to enhance operational quality across its portfolio. Stege, previously with KBP Inspired and Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria, will collaborate with executive leadership. Three new executives joined: Anthony Gaeta (technology), Christina Gregg (human resources), and Jeff Gross (asset management). Peregrine Hospitality manages 92 properties in the U.S., Fiji, the Maldives, Mauritius, and Thailand, focusing on hotel management and global sales. These leadership changes aim to drive innovation and portfolio performance.