Human Resources

📍 Chris Delgado has been appointed as general manager of The Sarasota Modern in Sarasota, Florida. Bringing 15 years of hotel management experience, Delgado aims to guide Oliver Hospitality's growth. Previously, he worked nearly two years at AvantStay and held leadership roles at Omni Hotels & Resorts. This 89-room property is in Sarasota's Rosemary District, and Delgado is excited about fostering creativity and individuality. Oliver Hospitality also manages The Nashville Reserve and is involved in various projects.

📈 Sage Hospitality Group appoints Daniel del Olmo as President and CEO in 2023, succeeding co-founders Zack Neumeyer and Walter Isenberg, who led since 1984. Del Olmo joined Sage in 2020, recently serving as Co-CEO. Walter Isenberg transitions to Executive Chairman of the Board, while Zack Neumeyer becomes Chairman Emeritus. Del Olmo emphasizes investing in talent and enhancing partnerships. This leadership change is the result of years of planning aimed at strengthening Sage's culture and strategy.

📄 Who? William W. McCarten, DiamondRock Hospitality, Bruce D. Wardinski. When? April 29, 2026. Where? Bethesda, Maryland. What? McCarten will retire as Chairman at the 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders. How? Bruce D. Wardinski will become the new non-executive chairman, reducing the board from nine to eight directors. McCarten has served as chairman for 22 years and founded the company, while Wardinski has been on the board since 2013.

🏠 Luc Delafosse has been appointed as the new head of The Peninsula Paris. His appointment comes as HSH (The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels, Limited) and Katara Hospitality adjust their governance approach for this strategic European asset. This move highlights a significant change in leadership and strategy within the luxury hotel sector, focusing on enhancing management and operations at one of Paris's prestigious locations.

🏨 EOS Hospitality appointed Abe Liao as vice president of operations, overseeing selected assets like Kingston Resorts and Washington DC properties. With over 20 years in hospitality, Liao previously managed The Watergate Hotel's rebuild and was VP of operations at Aimbridge Hospitality. EOS operates over 60 hotels and resorts with more than 10,145 keys across the U.S. CEO Simon Mais praised Liao's leadership and operational alignment.

🚄 Who? Sebastien Bazin of Accor, Gilda Perez-Alvarado. When? 2017 and six years later in 2023. Where? Los Angeles. What? Accor acquired 50% of Orient Express from Groupe SNCF in 2017. In 2023, Gilda Perez-Alvarado became CEO of Orient Express. How? Sebastien Bazin hired Perez-Alvarado initially as chief strategy officer before promoting her. Why? To expand the Orient Express brand into trains, hotels, and yachts.

💻 Daniel del Olmo appointed as CEO of Sage Hospitality Group in Denver, Colorado, succeeding founders Zack Neumeyer and Walter Isenberg. Transition follows a multi-year succession plan. Del Olmo joined Sage in 2020, previously as co-CEO. Isenberg becomes executive chairman, Neumeyer assumes chairman emeritus and vice chairman roles. Focus on growth, talent investment, and strategic partnerships continues, aiming to redefine hospitality experiences. Sage, founded in 1984, maintains its mission to enrich lives through hospitality.

🏨 Marriott International appointed Henri Michel as general manager of the Paris Marriott Champs-Élysées Hotel, coinciding with the hotel's redesign completed by Muza Lab. Michel, with Marriott since 2000, has 25 years of experience in Germany and France, including leadership roles such as general manager of Renaissance Paris Nobel Tour Eiffel Hotel. His appointment aims to enhance the property's operations and guest experience. Michel started his hospitality career with a three-year apprenticeship.

🏨 Avion Hospitality expands into Pennsylvania with the management of the 298-room Pittsburgh Marriott North in Cranberry Township. This marks Avion's entry into its 15th state and its 40th hotel since 2022. Avion plans to enhance revenue, team development, and guest satisfaction. CEO Robert Burg highlights partnerships and growth. Highline Hospitality's Chuck Pomerantz supports Avion's operational approach, aligning with long-term strategies to optimize the hotel's potential.