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🏨 PM Hotel Group has transitioned Hotel Arboretum to City Express by Marriott Washington D.C. Northeast, owned by Rocks Hospitality. Located near Capitol Hill and Union Station, the hotel caters to government and group contracts. The change aligns the property with Marriott's global distribution and loyalty programs. Renovations include updated guestrooms and public spaces, offering complimentary breakfast. This expansion strengthens PM Hotel Group's portfolio, which includes over 80 hotels across the U.S.

📅 Andrew Finn returns to Palmer House, a Hilton Hotel, as general manager in 2026. With nearly 40 years at Hilton, he previously managed Hilton Chicago O’Hare Airport (2023-2026) and Hilton Rosemont (2017-2022). The Palmer House, located in Chicago, boasts 1,641 rooms, including Lockwood Restaurant & Bar and Potter’s Bar, plus 130,000 sq ft of event space. Originally from Ireland, Finn began his U.S. career at Hilton Chicago.

📍 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.