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Hotel HR news: appointments, recruitment, talent and people moves shaping the hospitality industry.

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Jeremy Pardey Appointed General Manager at Solent Hotel and Spa in Fareham Amid £1.2M Investment Plans

🏨 Jeremy Pardey, with 38 years in leisure and hospitality, becomes General Manager at Solent Hotel and Spa, Fareham. He oversees 171 rooms, a business center, FYR Grill, and a spa. Pardey led a £100m investment at Butlin’s. Solent Hotel recently renovated its pool hall after a six-figure investment. Thwaites plans a £1.2m bedroom upgrade at the hotel.
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Airbnb Appoints Andrea D’Amico as VP of Hotels Amid Leadership Restructuring to Enhance Boutique Hotel Focus

🏨 May 27, 2026, Airbnb appoints Andrea D’Amico as VP of Hotels, replacing Jesse Stein. D’Amico, from WeRoad and formerly at Booking.com, brings almost 20 years of hotel experience. This aligns with Airbnb's push to expand its hotel supply and compete in the hotel market, focusing on boutique and independent hotels. Jesse Stein will shift to real estate, and executive Ron Sandel will depart. Airbnb emphasizes unique design and experiences as core to its strategy.
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Stephane Mercier Appointed General Manager of Pendry Tampa, a Luxury Hotel Opening in 2027 with 220 Rooms

📈 Stephane Mercier will become the General Manager of Pendry Tampa, opening in 2027. With over 35 years in hospitality across Europe, the Americas, and the Caribbean, he previously managed The National Hotel Miami Beach and the Waldorf Astoria Atlanta Buckhead. Pendry Tampa will offer 220 rooms, 200 residences, and 11,000 square feet of meeting space in downtown Tampa's Riverwalk.
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HotelREZ Appoints Gary Torres as Vice President of Platform Strategy to Enhance Global Partner Ecosystem

💻 HotelREZ appoints Gary Torres as vice president of platform strategy to manage its global partner ecosystem. Torres, with 20+ years of experience, will oversee REZswitch development, a two-way API for property and reservation systems. His hire marks the fourth leadership addition since December, joining John Seaton, Hadley O’Dwyer, and Frank Fuentes. Sharon Rubin highlights Torres' expertise to strengthen the platform's global expansion, focusing on connectivity, consistency, and security.
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RateGain Travel Technologies Appoints Heather Moses as CMO to Enhance AI-Driven Global Marketing Strategy.

🚀 India, 26th May 2026: RateGain Travel Technologies Limited (BSE: 543417, NSE: RATEGAIN) appoints Heather Moses as Chief Marketing Officer. Based in Boston, she will lead the global marketing function to drive category leadership, brand growth, and GTM strategy. RateGain focuses on AI-powered SaaS solutions for the travel and hospitality industry, enhancing its global growth strategy.
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Four Seasons Resort Red Sea at Shura Island Appoints Kai Dieckmann as General Manager, Opening in 2026

🏝️ May 26, 2026, in Toronto, Canada: Four Seasons Resort announces Kai Dieckmann as General Manager of the Red Sea property on Shura Island, part of Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030. The resort features 149 rooms, 31 residences, and a 1.2-km bridge to Red Sea International Airport. Guests enjoy Saudi Arabia's only championship island golf course, diving among the world's fourth-largest coral reef, and a Marine Discovery Centre. The island operates entirely on renewable energy.
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Dreamscape Hospitality Takes Over Management of Homewood Suites Hartford South-Glastonbury in Connecticut

🏨 Dreamscape Hospitality, based in Dallas, Texas, has taken over management of the Homewood Suites Hartford South-Glastonbury. Located in Glastonbury, Connecticut, the all-suite hotel offers access to downtown Hartford. Features include spacious suites with fully equipped kitchens, complimentary breakfast, and a seasonal outdoor pool. Additional amenities are WiFi, EV charging stations, and pet-friendly accommodations. Under new management, the focus will be on operational excellence and guest satisfaction while maintaining brand standards.
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BGAM Hotels to Manage Three Marriott-Branded UK Country Clubs After Acquisition by Dubai's Select Group

🏨 BGAM Hotels manages three Marriott hotels in the UK, acquired by Select Group. Locations: Tudor Park (Kent), St Pierre (Chepstow), Breadsall Priory (Derbyshire). The resorts total over 370 rooms, boosting BGAM's UK portfolio to 10 hotels with 1,000+ rooms and 900 staff. Select Group has delivered 10,000+ units since 2002, also owns The Mere and Old Thorns in the UK. BGAM aims for long-term performance and enhanced guest experience.
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Lough Erne Resort's Neal Graham Joins Prestigious Les Clefs d’Or, Awarded Golden Crossed Keys for Excellence

🎒 Neal Graham, concierge at Lough Erne Resort, achieved membership in Les Clefs d’Or, a prestigious global concierge network founded in 1929 with over 4,000 members in 80+ countries. After a five-year journey, Neal received the distinguished golden crossed keys, reflecting his 16-year career and mastery of hospitality standards. His achievement highlights his role as an ambassador for Lough Erne Resort and the Fermanagh Lakelands, while enhancing guest experiences with his expertise and warmth.
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Choice Hotels CEO Patrick Pacious Steps Down; Dominic Dragisich Appointed Interim Leader Amid Strategic Shift

📈 On May 20, 2026, Choice Hotels International, based in North Bethesda, announced CEO Patrick Pacious's departure. Interim CEO Dominic Dragisich, former Chief Growth & Strategy Officer, steps in. Pacious led significant growth, including acquiring Radisson Hotels Americas in 2022. Despite this, organic growth in the U.S. lagged, with net rooms growth only at 1.7% by March 2026. The announcement followed the company’s 70th annual convention, emphasizing AI advancements and franchisee support.
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