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Tatiana Valenzuela

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Montage Healdsburg appoints new GM

🏨 Montage Healdsburg has appointed Steve Janicek as general manager, bringing nearly 30 years of hospitality experience. Janicek formerly managed Omni Mount Washington Resort, New Hampshire, and worked over a decade with The Ritz-Carlton in various roles. Montage Healdsburg, located on 258 acres in Sonoma, California, features 130 guest rooms and 40 private residences. His leadership is expected to enhance the guest experience with innovative programs and distinctive hospitality.
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Cory Chambers joins Remington as CCO

📈 Cory Chambers has been appointed as chief commercial officer at Remington Hospitality, bringing nearly 30 years of experience. He previously worked at Hospitality Ventures Management Group as executive vice president, chief commercial & analytics officer, and has held roles at Marriott International and White Lodging. Chambers will lead Remington’s commercial strategy, focusing on revenue management, sales, marketing, distribution, and customer experience to enhance brand value and deliver strong returns.
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Conrad Maldives Rangali Island appoints new GM

📁 Nick Flynn is the new General Manager at Conrad Maldives Rangali Island. With over 20 years of international experience, Flynn previously held leadership roles at Shangri-La and as Director of Food & Beverage at Fairmont and Swissotel Singapore. The resort, known for The Muraka, a luxury residence with a submerged bedroom 16 feet below the Indian Ocean, is set on two private islands. Flynn is excited to join Hilton’s luxury segment.
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Stonebridge appoints new chief development officer

🏠 Stonebridge has appointed Kevin Dingle as chief development officer, leveraging his 20+ years in hotel real estate. Dingle, formerly at Aimbridge as SVP of development, co-founded Compass Lodging Advisors. Previously, he was VP at Crow Holdings, involved in over $750M in acquisitions. CEO Rob Smith praises Dingle’s capital markets expertise. A CFA Charterholder, Dingle aims to expand Stonebridge’s platform.
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Andaz Tokyo Toranomon Hills names new GM

📅 Thomas Vidal has been appointed as the general manager of Andaz Tokyo Toranomon Hills. With over 16 years in hospitality across Asia, over 10 of those in Japan, Vidal’s experience includes senior roles at W Osaka, Courtyard by Marriott Nagoya, and Four Points by Sheraton Nagoya. Andaz Tokyo is located on the top floors of the 52-story Toranomon Hills complex, situated between the Imperial Palace and Tokyo Tower.
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Journey secures funding to grow loyalty program for independent hotels

💸 Journey, a new loyalty platform for independent hotels, raised $7.7 million in seed funding, co-led by Lerer Hippeau and Slow Ventures. Journey aims to innovate hospitality loyalty using AI, offering a Hospitality Experience Platform (HXP) for enhanced guest personalization. The platform boasts over 1,400 properties globally, including Nihi Sumba in Indonesia and Castle Hill Inn in Rhode Island. Members earn 5x points for direct bookings. The funding will aid in expanding the platform's AI capabilities and partner network.
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Millennium Hotel Queenstown appoints new GM

🏨 Ken Orr, with 20+ years at Millennium & Copthorne Hotels, has been appointed as the general manager of Millennium Hotel Queenstown in August 2025. He's returning to Queenstown, where he first worked 29 years ago. The hotel is set to refurbish its 220 rooms, including 15 suites. Millennium & Copthorne operates 19 hotels in New Zealand. Orr aims to enhance the hotel’s conferencing market and enjoy Queenstown’s top-notch golf facilities.
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Aimbridge promotes Allison Handy to COO

📰 Aimbridge Hospitality promoted Allison Handy to Chief Commercial Officer, reporting to CEO Craig S. Smith. Handy joined Aimbridge in 2022, previously holding senior roles at PRISM and Interstate Hotels & Resorts. As CCO, she leads commercial functions like sales, marketing, and revenue management, driving profitability. Handy’s new role is part of Aimbridge’s strategy to maintain a trusted, results-driven operation. Her leadership aims to enhance performance and strengthen connections with owners and partners.
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Peninsula welcomes new director of communications

📰 Feria Kazemi has been appointed director of communications for The Peninsula Hotels in Hong Kong. She joined earlier this year, relocating from the UK. With over 12 years of international communications experience, her previous roles include working at Google in London and Tripadvisor. Originally from Canada, she started her career in media relations for Ontario’s government before moving to Apple in Toronto. Kazemi will lead global campaigns to enhance brand awareness through earned media and partnerships.
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Fairmont Breakers Long Beach announces new GM

🏨 Fairmont Breakers Long Beach appointed André Brose as general manager after a multi-million-dollar transformation. Originally built in 1926, the hotel is in downtown Long Beach, CA, featuring 185 rooms. Brose, with 25+ years in hospitality, has worked globally, including at Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa Edinburgh and The St. Regis San Francisco. Previously, he managed Lido House in Newport Beach. The property boasts a rooftop pool, spa, and dining venues Nettuno and Sky Room.
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