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📍 Rosanna Maietta has been appointed as president & CEO of the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA), effective November 14. Prior roles include president & CEO of the AHLA Foundation and executive vice president of communications and public relations at AHLA. Her selection was led by the AHLA Search Committee and unanimously approved by the Executive Committee and Board of Directors. Kevin Carey, who served as interim president & CEO since March 5, 2024, will continue as Chief Operating Officer and Senior Executive Vice President. Maietta's recent position was as chief communications officer at the American Clean Power Association (ACP), where she expanded her team and significantly increased event revenue.

🔔 Rosanna Maietta was appointed the next president & CEO of the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA), effective Nov. 14, after a unanimous approval of her appointment by the Executive Committee and Board of Directors. Previously, she was president & CEO of the AHLA Foundation and Executive VP of communications and public relations of AHLA. The selection came after a several-month search overseen by AHLA's Search Committee and AHLA Vice Chair Mitch Patel. Kevin Carey, who served as interim president & CEO of AHLA since March 5, 2024, will continue as Chief Operating Officer and Senior Executive VP. Maietta's former role was as chief communications officer & senior counselor to the CEO at the American Clean Power Association (ACP).

🍴 The Common Man, a 12-concept hospitality group in New Hampshire, focuses on comfort food and country-style hospitality. Vincent Vella, CEO, emphasizes serving good food at reasonable prices. Founded by Alex Ray 53 years ago, the first location seated 35 people. Now with six unique locations, they serve classics like chicken pot pie mixed with fusion dishes. Their portfolio includes three diners and a camp-themed restaurant. Despite expansion, The Common Man will remain within New Hampshire, aiming to support local communities and charities like the New Hampshire Food Bank.

📆 Rosanna Maietta appointed as President and CEO of American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA), effective November 14. Previously, she led the AHLA Foundation and served as EVP of communications and public relations at AHLA. Maietta built relationships with key AHLA stakeholder groups. She returns after a successful tenure at the American Clean Power Association, where she expanded her team and event revenue. Kevin Carey, interim AHLA president since March 5, will continue as COO and Senior EVP. AHLA's executive committee and board unanimously approved Maietta's appointment after a comprehensive search led by AHLA Search Committee.

🏝 Tommie Hollywood, opened in 2021, is rebranding as Hollywood Volume, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, under Marriott International, departing from Hyatt. The hotel, designed by Studio Collective, features 212 rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows and views of the city or Hollywood Hills, including seven top-floor one-bedroom suites. Managed by Ten Five Hospitality, it's located in Hollywood’s Vinyl District, near the refurbished W Hollywood. Known for unscripted LA experiences and a Yucatan-inspired restaurant, Ka’teen, the hotel offers pop-up parties, art installations, a social hour, and a rooftop country bar and pool. Despite the rebrand, culinary and nightlife offerings remain, as does the lobby-level meeting room accommodating up to 100 people. Hyatt, which acquired the Dream Hotel Group in 2023, is also potentially losing Thompson Hollywood to Marriott.

🏠 Cameron House on Loch Lomond appoints Bryan Cremey as Head Pastry Chef. With 19 years of experience, Cremey previously worked at Raffles London, Mandarin Oriental, The Lanesborough, Club Gascon, and The Fat Duck. He aims to enhance the dining experience, emphasizing seasonal Scottish ingredients. Cameron House boasts 208 bedrooms, 28 suites, multiple dining outlets, a spa, marina, two golf courses including The Carrick golf course, and 115 self-catering lodges within its resort.

🏡 Benjamin Vuchot appointed as CEO of The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels, Ltd. and will join the executive committee. Clement King Man Kwok to step down on October 31. Bob W's new CFO, Hervé Deligny, tasked with leading growth across Europe. Rosewood Hotels & Resorts adds four executives, including Jillian Katcher as VP of operations, Americas, and Natacha Cuvelier as VP of CRM, global. IHG ANA Hotels Group Japan names Kiyohito Iinuma COO for Japan. Langham Hospitality Group appoints Angela Zhou as senior VP – finance. Vasileios Ioannou promoted to regional VP of operations at Maverick Hotels and Restaurants. Rohit Chopra becomes area commercial director, India, for Minor Hotels. Michael Farquharson joins The Eliza Jane as managing director. Halekulani Okinawa appoints Shigeki Yamamoto as director of sales and marketing. Joe Mauro named director of sales and marketing at The Ritz-Carlton, Boston. Hard Rock Hotel San Diego adds Taylor Murphy as hotel manager and Anna Livingston as director of sales. Nikki Beach Hospitality Group expands its team in support of global growth. The St. Regis Aruba Resort prepares to open with Oliver Reschreiter as GM. Nathaniel Johns becomes general manager of The Courtyard by Marriott Los Angeles Pasadena/Old Town.

🍴 Artistry Restaurants to launch The Chapman in Winter Park, Fla., as their sixth brand and first original concept. Marshall Hamilton appointed as COO for The Artistry Collection, which includes Boca and Atlantic Beer & Oyster. The Chapman, honoring settler Oliver Chapman, will bring Artistry Restaurants to a total of 30 locations. The Chapman's menu will feature prime steaks, fresh fish, and local produce. A third Boca to open in Lake Mary, Fla., in 2025. A 32-seat private dining room recently added in Winter Park. Two new Oak & Stone locations to open in the next six months in Cape Coral, Fla., and McKinney, Texas – Artistry's first venture into Texas.

🍕 Kate Trumbull was promoted to Executive Vice President, Chief Marketing Officer at Domino's Pizza Inc., effective Nov. 1. She joined Domino's in 2011 from Procter & Gamble, progressing through various roles and was appointed Senior Vice President, Chief Brand Officer in March 2023. Trumbull has led initiatives like Paving for Pizza and revamped Domino's Rewards, contributing to Domino's status as the No. 1 pizza company globally. Joe Jordan, President of U.S. and Global Services, praises her innovative marketing strategies and her new role aims to elevate the global Hungry for MORE strategy.