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📌 Mark O'Brien, a seasoned hospitality professional with over 20 years of experience, has been appointed as the general manager of Arlo Williamsburg in North Brooklyn. Previously, he held roles at The Maritime Hotel, Shinola Hotel in Detroit, and Ace Hotels in New York and Brooklyn. Arlo Williamsburg, formerly The Williamsburg Hotel, features 147 guest rooms and eight suites. Under O'Brien's leadership, Arlo Hotels aims to enhance its reputation as a vibrant destination.

🏖️ Eric Hagman has been appointed as the general manager of Snowpine Lodge, a boutique hotel in Utah’s Wasatch Mountains. With over 20 years of hospitality experience, he previously managed Park Plaza Resort in Park City. Snowpine Lodge offers ski-in/ski-out access to Alta Ski Area, celebrating its 88th anniversary. Located at the top of Little Cottonwood Canyon, it’s 40 minutes from Salt Lake City International Airport. Hagman aims to enhance guest experiences with new offerings.

💼 Pete Sams has been appointed as president of Highgate, effective July 7th. Sams will oversee 500 properties, focusing on performance and growth, working with CEO Arash Azarbarzin. With over 30 years in hospitality, Sams previously served as COO at Peregrine Hospitality and Davidson Hospitality Group. Highgate aims for operational excellence and strategic growth under Sams’ leadership, who is inspired by their value-driven mission.

🏨 Jason Reader appointed COO of Davidson Hospitality Group, will drive operational performance and profitability. Oversees Davidson Hotels, Restaurant Group, Pivot, and Resorts. Reader has 25+ years in hospitality, previously COO at Remington Hospitality, COO at Magna Hospitality, 15 years with Pyramid Hotel Group. He is on advisory councils for Marriott, Hilton, and Hyatt. His leadership expected to enhance guest experiences and financial performance.

🏨 Nearly two decades after his initial role, Chaitan Mugili has been appointed as the general manager of The Westin Riverwalk, San Antonio. Previously, he was general manager at AC by Marriott & Element by Westin, also in San Antonio. With a 20+ year career spanning Marriott, Hyatt, and Starwood Hotels, Mugili serves as chairman of SAHLA. The 473-room hotel, located near the Alamo museum, combines traditional and Spanish-inspired design.

📈 Corinthia Hotels has appointed Charlotte Weatherall as General Manager of Corinthia London. Weatherall, previously Director of Sales and Marketing since 2022, has over 20 years of luxury hospitality experience in the UK and UAE, with roles at Rocco Forte, Mandarin Oriental, and others. Corinthia London, located by the River Thames, has 279 guestrooms, including 55 suites and seven penthouses. CEO Simmon Casson praises her leadership, philanthropy, and commitment to diversity and inclusion.

🏨 Gale Miami Hotel & Residences has appointed James D’Agostino as the new complex general manager. With over 20 years in Miami hospitality, D’Agostino continues as general manager of Gale South Beach. Previously a bellman at the Sagamore Hotel, he rose to general manager over 16 years. Gale Miami features condo-style rooms and a spa, located near major Miami attractions. D’Agostino prepares the hotel for events, including the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

📈 Adam Snow appointed executive VP, chief strategy officer at Stonebridge, based in Denver. He will lead strategic development to boost corporate growth and property-level success. CEO Rob Smith calls Snow's blend of strategic leadership and analytics "a unicorn." Snow's background includes Aimbridge Hospitality, Dine Brands, Disney, and Dell. Stonebridge aims to innovate by embedding strategy directly into properties to enhance asset performance and create value. The portfolio spans luxury and premium select-service properties across the U.S.

📈 Montage Laguna Beach has appointed Victorio Gonzalez as managing director. Gonzalez, a veteran of Montage Hotels & Resorts, joined in 2003. He has held roles at Montage Deer Valley, Montage Los Cabos, and was Pendry San Diego's GM in 2020. Recently, he managed Montage Big Sky. Gonzalez's past includes founding Executive Dining Consultants LLC and managing restaurants in Las Vegas and Scottsdale. He will oversee operations to enhance guest experiences.