Human Resources

🏠 Maybourne appoints Charlie Walsh as global head of residential sales, collaborating with Angelo Maccaferri and led by COO Roland Fasel. Walsh, formerly at Westminster Development Services and Lodha Group UK, will enhance Maybourne’s luxury residential expansion. Key projects include launching 16 residences on Rue de l’Université, Paris, opening in 2027. Maybourne plans over a dozen new hotels and residences in the next decade, capitalizing on the branded residences trend alongside Langham and Rosewood.

📄 Phil Andreopoulos was appointed CEO of YOTEL in London, as announced following the Al-Bahar Group increasing its stake to over 95%. The group had acquired an additional 30% earlier this year. Andreopoulos, with decades of experience and previous roles at Marriott International, aims to scale YOTEL's business. Talal Al Bahar praised Hubert Viriot for his contribution and welcomed him as vice chairman. Andreopoulos highlights YOTEL’s unique growth opportunities in the hospitality sector.

📈 Phil Andreopoulos is the new CEO of Yotel, announced after Al-Bahar Group increased its stake in Yotel to over 95%. Andreopoulos, with a career at Marriott across Europe, Middle East, and Africa, aims to expand Yotel's global presence. Earlier, Yvonne Thomsen was appointed CFO. The Al-Bahar Group, led by chairman Talal Al Bahar, plans to enhance Yotel’s distribution and growth in both managed and franchise sectors.

📈 Washington-based PM Hotel Group has appointed Evan Morick as Senior Vice President of Development. Morick, with over 20 years of experience in hospitality, will drive growth via third-party management contracts. Previously, he advised Douglas Development Corporation and spent over a decade at Procaccianti Companies. PM Hotel Group currently operates approximately 92 hotels and resorts across the U.S. Paul Sacco, Chief Growth Officer, praised Morick's expertise and industry network.

💰 Jason Druso rejoined White Lodging in Merrillville, Indiana, as regional vice president in 2025. From 2015 to 2025, he helped develop over 50 independent restaurant concepts. Previously vice president of food and beverage, Druso will now oversee hotels and restaurants nationwide. Chris Anderson, COO, highlighted his impact on transforming food and beverage operations over the past decade. Druso previously worked at Winegardner & Hammons and in various steakhouse management roles.

🏨 Capella Hotel Group has appointed four new general managers in Asia to enhance leadership amid evolving luxury travel demand. Paul Jackson will oversee Capella Singapore, a 113-room resort on Sentosa Island. Christian Jaquier takes charge of Capella Ubud in Bali. Andy Lio is appointed to Capella at Galaxy Macau, celebrated for achieving a Forbes five-star rating in 2024. Roman Angulo will lead the 145-room Patina Tianjin, opening in the first half of 2026.

🏨 PM Hotel Group appointed Evan Morick as senior vice president of development. With over 20 years in hotel development, acquisitions, and asset management, Morick recently advised Douglas Development Corporation. Previously, he spent more than a decade as senior VP at Procaccianti Companies and worked with Kokua Hospitality, Rim Hospitality, Hilton, and MeriStar. He will expand PM Hotel Group's portfolio through HMAs and strategic partnerships. Paul Sacco praised Morick's expertise and network.

💼 Jakub Joubert is now the executive housekeeper at Grantley Hall, a five-star hotel in North Yorkshire. With three years as executive head housekeeper at The Londoner, Jakub's career includes roles managing an ultra-high-net-worth private residence in Saudi Arabia and preparing Palm Heights Hotels in the Cayman Islands post-Covid. Lewis Hunter, Grantley Hall's operations director, praised his international luxury hospitality experience and leadership.

🏨 The Great Northern Hotel in King’s Cross, London, acquired by Kaya Tourism Group in June 2024, will rebrand as Kaya Great Northern Hotel under Kaya Hotels and Resorts starting 5 September. This Grade II-listed, 88-bedroom property, integrated into Kaya's portfolio, marks the group's first international investment. Kaya aims to enhance Turkish hospitality exposure and boost tourism between Turkey and the UK. The hotel, renovated in 2013, features RAILS brasserie, GNH Bar, and private dining spaces.