Human Resources

🏨 Two senior appointments at Residence Inn by Marriott Piccadilly in Manchester aim to boost their hospitality market presence. Simon Mason, the new general manager, leads a 39-member team, while Sam Stoyle joins as sales manager. The hotel targets long-stay corporate and leisure bookings. Both bring extensive industry experience, with Mason previously at The Pendulum Hotel and Stoyle focusing on expanding sectors like film production and construction. Co-owner Adrien Grosjean emphasizes Manchester's competitive hospitality scene.

🏨 Simon Mason is appointed as general manager and Sam Stoyle as sales manager at the Residence Inn by Marriott Piccadilly in Manchester. Mason leads a 39-person team after eight years at The Pendulum Hotel. Stoyle focuses on corporate accounts in film, construction, and corporate sectors. These appointments are part of a growth strategy to expand long-stay bookings. Co-owner Adrien Grosjean highlights Manchester's competitive hospitality scene and aims for enhanced guest experience and expansion.

🏨 Castlebridge Hospitality expands its leadership team with Joe Davidovitz as general manager and James Watson as hotel operations manager at voco Winchester Hotel and Spa. Davidovitz, with 15 years at IHG, joined Castlebridge in October 2023 and became hotel manager in January 2025. Watson, with 12 years at Marriott, started in February 2026. Their focus is on enhancing guest experience and market positioning. Craig Patterson praises their expertise as assets for growth.

🏨 Castlebridge Hospitality has expanded its leadership, promoting Joe Davidovitz to general manager at voco Winchester Hotel and Spa and appointing James Watson as hotel operations manager in February 2026. Davidovitz, with 15 years at IHG, advanced to hotel manager in January 2025. Watson brings 12 years at Marriott. Both aim to enhance market positioning and guest experience. Craig Patterson, managing director, believes their expertise will drive company growth and enhance hospitality services.

🏨 Lucknam Park has appointed David Griffin as general manager to oversee operations and a significant refurbishment. With 20+ years of experience, Griffin will manage the Cotswolds estate, featuring 42 rooms, 9 cottages, a Michelin-starred restaurant, and 500 acres of parkland. The estate, part of the Emblems Collection, plans a spa overhaul, including an upgraded hydrotherapy pool and gym. Griffin aims to enhance guest experiences and wellness offerings in this iconic UK destination.

🏨 David Griffin has been appointed as general manager of Lucknam Park to oversee its operations and a major refurbishment. Griffin brings over 20 years of leadership experience in British hotels. The Cotswolds estate features 42 rooms, 9 cottages, a Michelin-starred restaurant, an equestrian centre, and 500 acres of parkland. The refurbishment, part of the Emblems Collection, includes enhancements to the spa and wellness facilities, with updates to the outdoor hydrotherapy pool and gym.

🏨 Ana Ivanovic, former JLL director, joins L+R as head of originations and capital formation to expand into Southern Europe with a new office in Madrid. Ivanovic managed approximately €5bn (£4.3bn) in hotel transactions at JLL. L+R holds a real estate portfolio over £10bn, including 128 hotels across nine countries. The Madrid office, located on Calle de Jorge Juan, aims to boost deal activity and partnerships in the Mediterranean region.

📈 Ana Ivanovic, former JLL director, joins L+R as head of originations and capital formation, aiming to expand into Southern Europe with a new office in Madrid. L+R's real estate portfolio is worth £10bn, encompassing 128 hotels in nine countries. Ivanovic, with 12 years at JLL handling €5bn in hotel transactions, will drive deal origination and partnerships. L+R's Madrid office supports its regional growth amid strong hospitality momentum in Southern Europe.