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Tatiana Valenzuela

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The Chatwal, New York appoints director of sales and marketing

📍 Ryan Planski has been appointed director of sales and marketing at The Chatwal, New York, a luxury hotel in Manhattan's Hyatt Unbound Collection. With over a decade in the hotel industry, he aims to enhance the hotel's reputation and revenues. Previously, Planski was at Renaissance New York Chelsea, promoted in 2023, and helped open the hotel in 2019. The Chatwal, located on 44th Street, was built in 1905, restored in 2010, and features 76 rooms.
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Club Med appoints president and CEO, announces additions to board of directors

🗺 Stéphane Maquaire becomes Club Med's CEO, succeeding Henri Giscard d’Estaing after 20 years. Based in Paris, Maquaire, formerly of Carrefour, joins from 2019. Club Med, acquired by China's Fosun International in 2013, aims to seize new opportunities in travel and hospitality. Philippe Heim and Takuya Yamada join the board, adding experience from Société Générale and IDERA Capital. Maquaire emphasizes Club Med's French roots and inclusive values.
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Minor Hotels’ upcoming Tivoli La Vie Muscat Hotel appoints GM

🏨 Cristian Nannucci will lead the new Tivoli La Vie Muscat Hotel in Oman, opening Q1 2026. Nannucci, with over 30 years of global luxury hospitality experience, has managed properties in Asia, Europe, and the Middle East. The 79-key hotel, part of a mixed-use destination 15 minutes from Muscat International Airport, will include 100 branded residences and overlook an 18-hole golf course. This marks Tivoli's first property in Oman.
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Rosewood Bermuda appoints new managing director

📈 Patrick Graham is appointed Managing Director of Rosewood Bermuda. He joined Rosewood Hotels & Resorts in 2022, previously managing Rosewood London. Graham will oversee operations and drive innovation under the Rosewood 3.0 vision. The Juniper Initiative, launched in 2024, aims to promote education, sustainability, and inclusivity in Bermuda. Graham has also held senior roles at luxury hotels in London, including Claridge’s, The Bulgari Hotel & Residences, and Nobu Hotel London Portman Square.
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Jason Takaki named new GM of Napili Shores Maui by OUTRIGGER

🏠 Jason Takaki has been appointed General Manager of Napili Shores Maui by OUTRIGGER. With over eight years of experience, he excels in operations, staff development, and guest services. Takaki will oversee AOAO and rental operations, focusing on maintenance and revenue optimization. He previously served as Director of Security at The Whaler on Kā‘anapali Beach. His leadership will enhance guest and owner experiences at the property.
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Great Wolf Resorts appoints new CFO

📈 Jay Markham appointed CFO of Great Wolf Resorts with over 20 years of expertise. He will manage finance, accounting, and procurement. Previously, he was Senior VP of Finance, leading FP&A and Procurement for more than a decade. He will focus on financial performance for five new lodges opened in the last 30 months. Markham's past roles include corporate controller at Golub Capital and senior auditor at Ernst & Young LLP. His leadership will guide future growth.
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The Woodward Auberge welcomes new GM

🏨 Edward Leenders has been appointed as the new general manager of The Woodward Auberge in Switzerland by Auberge Resorts Collection. With over 25 years of experience in luxury hospitality, Leenders previously led the reopening of Corinthia Grand Hotel Astoria in Brussels and was managing director at Hotel De L’Europe in Amsterdam. He also held senior roles at Rocco Forte Hotels in various locations, including the US, Jordan, and the UK.
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Wedded to the details: How hotels are saying “I Do” to modern wedding trends

💐 Weddings create intense emotions and expectations. Hotels like Zemi Beach House in Anguilla and Westin London City adapt with personalized packages, offering bridal suite experiences, spa services, and running routes. Weddings with 200+ guests are less common; couples favor smaller gatherings, elopements, and eco-friendly options like linen-less tables. Sustainability and custom tableware are trending. Competition among destination wedding venues is fierce, with hotels enhancing personalization and shortening planning windows to attract couples.
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Grand Hyatt Deer Valley adds Nate Hardesty as new GM

🏖️ Nate Hardesty has been appointed as the new general manager and area vice president for Grand Hyatt Deer Valley. With 23 years at Hyatt, Hardesty’s experience includes managing Thompson Austin and tommie Austin, and Andaz West Hollywood. He previously served as regional VP of sales, overseeing 60 directors across the U.S., Canada, and Latin America. This appointment marks Grand Hyatt’s Utah debut, with 3,700 skiable acres at Deer Valley.
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