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Hotel Equities Partners with Lodgic Hospitality to Manage Three Austin Hotels, Expanding Texas Portfolio to 25 Properties

🏨 Hotel Equities partners with Lodgic Hospitality to manage three Austin hotels: Aloft by Marriott Austin Northwest, Tru by Hilton Austin NW Arboretum, and Hilton Garden Inn Austin Central. This expands Hotel Equities’ Austin presence to seven hotels and its Texas portfolio to 25. The Aloft is near Lakeline Mall, Tru by Hilton is on Jollyville Road, and Hilton Garden Inn is centrally located, all offering amenities like fitness centers, dining, and meeting spaces.

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Macall Newman Appointed Resort Manager at Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita, Bringing 15 Years of Experience

🏝️ Macall Newman has been appointed as the resort manager at Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita, Mexico, in September 2026. With 15 years of experience at Four Seasons, she has worked in Boston, Los Angeles, Thailand, and managed operations for the brand's Private Jet and Yacht experiences. Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita spans 52 beachfront acres with oceanfront casitas, private villas, and two championship golf courses along the Riviera Nayarit coast.

UrVenue Opens New Headquarters on Las Vegas Strip, Announces Strategic Hires to Boost Growth in Hospitality Sector

📈 UrVenue opened its new corporate headquarters at 3327 S. Las Vegas Blvd., Suite 3400, on the Las Vegas Strip, enhancing ties with hospitality, gaming, nightlife, and entertainment sectors. The company announced strategic hires such as Michael Sullivan for global client success, Amy You in business development, and Joseph Pomar-Webb as Senior Marketing Manager. These moves aim to strengthen relationships and support growth in nightlife, daylife, hotel, and resort sectors. Sullivan brings 25 years of industry experience.

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The Stafford London Appoints Kremi McCabe as General Manager, Following Recent Top Hotel Awards

🏨 Kremi McCabe is appointed as General Manager of The Stafford London, leveraging 30+ years in luxury hospitality. Previously with Mandarin Oriental, Jumeirah, Dorchester Collection, and The Lanesborough, McCabe now leads operations at the St James's property. The Stafford recently received accolades: top London hotel by Travel and Leisure, five AA Red Stars, and a Michelin star for Michael Caines. Mahmoud Bakr, director, highlights her commercial expertise and leadership as pivotal for future growth.

Abode Worldwide Expands Research Capabilities with Wouter Geerts as Head of Market Intelligence and Research

📈 London, 1 September 2026 — Abode Worldwide appoints Wouter Geerts as Head of Market Intelligence and Research to expand its hospitality tech and proptech research capabilities. Geerts, formerly from Mews and Skift, will enhance Abode's research offerings. Founded in 2017, Abode has experienced 30% annual growth for three years and won the 2025 Skift IDEA Awards for Best in Communication. The agency operates in the UK, Europe, North America, and APAC.

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Samantha Dunion Appointed Vice Chair of Coventry and Warwickshire Hotel Network, Bringing 35 Years of Experience

📍 Samantha Dunion, with 35 years of experience, is the new vice chair of the Coventry and Warwickshire Hotel and Venue Network. Formed by the Convention Bureau in 2025, it promotes regional business collaboration. Faris Thowfeek of Ibis Hotel chairs the group. Hotel Indigo Coventry opened in January 2024. The network's inaugural meeting had over 30 representatives. Paul McMahon emphasizes collective growth amid challenges. Dunion aims to foster regional collaboration and support the hospitality sector.

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Wayne Williams Leads Minor Hotels' Expansion to Over 560 Properties Across 12 Brands Worldwide

2 September 2026

📈 In 2006, Wayne Williams joined Minor Hotels, then a 10-hotel company with $150 million revenue. Over 20 years, it expanded to over 560 hotels across 12 brands worldwide. Key growth moments include acquiring NH Hotel Group in 2018. Williams, now CFO, highlights leadership, transparency, and adaptability, crucial during the pandemic. His advice: “Don't specialize too quickly; resilience matters.” His proudest achievement is building his team, underscoring a career committed to growth and integrity.

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Airbnb Appoints Former Booking.com Executive Pepijn Rijvers as New Chief Business Officer Amid Hotel Expansion Efforts

1 September 2026

📈 Airbnb on Tuesday named Pepijn Rijvers as its new chief business officer, succeeding Dave Stephenson. Rijvers, who worked at Booking.com from 2008 to 2021, will focus on expanding Airbnb's hotels business. In August, Airbnb added thousands of boutique hotels across 20 cities, including New York, Paris, and London, prioritizing this area strategically.

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Rachael Henley Leaves The Fife Arms as General Manager After Nearly Six Years, Successor Not Yet Announced

🏨 Rachael Henley, general manager of The Fife Arms, departs in October after nearly six years. She started as hotel manager in 2020, became general manager in 2022, and previously worked at Grantley Hall and The Idle Rocks. The Fife Arms, a 46-bedroom hotel, reopened in 2018 after a multi-million-pound renovation. Henley plans a career break, volunteering in Zambia. Her successor at The Fife Arms hasn't been announced yet.

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Airbnb Appoints Former Booking.com Executive Pepijn Rijvers as Chief Business Officer to Boost Hotel Expansion

🏠 Airbnb announced on Tuesday the appointment of Pepijn Rijvers as the new chief business officer, replacing Dave Stephenson. Rijvers, who worked at Booking.com from 2008 to 2021, will focus on expanding Airbnb's hotel offerings. In August, Airbnb incorporated thousands of boutique hotels in 20 cities, including New York, Paris, and Singapore. Rijvers' expertise includes a five-year tenure as chief marketing officer and launching Booking.com's China business.

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