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Vine Hotels Adds Bournemouth's Collingwood Hotel to Management Portfolio, Expanding Offerings with 53 Guest Rooms and Eden Spa

🏨 Vine Hotels, a hotel management company, added Bournemouth’s Collingwood Hotel to its portfolio. The hotel features 53 guest rooms, including family accommodations, and offers leisure facilities like Eden Spa with a jacuzzi and sauna. Dining options include the Botanical Suite for 100 guests. Owners Michelle and Eytan Krips, who've managed the property for over nine years, emphasize conservation. Located just five minutes from Bournemouth Pier, it's ideal for business and leisure travelers.

Sopwell House Appoints Diane Packer as Human Resources Director, Transitioning from Valor Hospitality to Hertfordshire Hotel

🏨 Sopwell House appoints Diane Packer as HR Director to enhance recruitment and performance management strategies in Hertfordshire. Packer, previously at Valor Hospitality and Center Parcs, managed operations for up to 1,800 staff over six years. Her focus is on reducing turnover through onboarding and leadership coaching. Managing Director, Rafi Bejerano, praises her people-first leadership in HR strategy and hospitality, foreseeing enhanced guest experiences.

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Mark Charlinski Appointed President & Chief Commercial Officer at LodgIQ to Enhance AI-Driven Hotel Revenue Solutions

💻 In June 2026, LodgIQ, based in Silicon Valley, appointed Mark Charlinski as President & Chief Commercial Officer. Charlinski brings over two decades of experience in hospitality technology, having previously been Chief Revenue Officer and CEO at Leonardo Worldwide. LodgIQ’s platform, featuring the unique LodgIQ Wizard, integrates AI to enhance decision-making for hotel revenue teams by reducing manual workload and increasing strategic focus. The company aims to expand its adoption across global hotel organizations.

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Geoffray Maugin Joins Hyatt as CEO for EAME Region; Focus on Brand Differentiation and Loyalty Growth

🏨 Geoffray Maugin, with 25+ years in strategic marketing and luxury brands, joined Hyatt in February 2026 from Zurich. Previously, he enhanced customer experiences at Accor for 5,000 hotels and founded E-Morphoz in 2022. At Hyatt, his focus includes brand differentiation, leveraging 66 million World of Hyatt members, and expanding the loyalty program. Hyatt leads with 148,000 rooms globally as of 2025. The program grew by 19% in 2025, aligning with Marc Jacheet's vision for premiumization.

Travelsoft Appoints Nathalie Cabos as Eventiz Managing Director to Drive European Media and Events Expansion

🚀 Nathalie Cabos, with over 15 years of B2B media experience, was appointed as managing director of Eventiz in April. She will guide Eventiz's strategic direction, focusing on growth and European expansion. Eventiz aims to connect travel professionals through media and events. Following the 2025 Travolution acquisition, Eventiz strengthened its UK presence. Cabos, previously at Infopro Digital, managed 200+ events annually across 30 brands. Christian Sabbagh, CEO of parent company Travelsoft, expressed optimism about her impact.

Choice Hotels Promotes Tony Pallas to Chief Technology Officer, Leading Enterprise Technology and AI Initiatives

💻 Tony Pallas is now Chief Technology Officer at Choice Hotels, leading enterprise technology and engineering. He reports to Anna Scozzafava and is responsible for SkyTouch Technology. With over a decade at Choice, Pallas spearheaded platform modernization, cloud expansions, and AI solutions like CHARLIE. His focus includes AI-enabled tools such as Business Direct and EasyBid, aiming to enhance hotel performance and efficiency. Formerly, he advised on tech strategies and custom solutions.

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Choice Hotels International Promotes Tony Pallas to Chief Technology Officer to Lead Tech and AI Innovations

💻 Tony Pallas promoted to Chief Technology Officer at Choice Hotels International in North Bethesda, Maryland. Reporting to Anna Scozzafava, he will spearhead enterprise technology, engineering, and SkyTouch Technology. With over a decade’s experience, Pallas has modernized platforms and led AI initiatives like CHARLIE. He will drive AI-enabled developments including Choice Hotels Business Direct, EasyBid, and RAISE. His leadership aims to enhance innovation and deliver value to franchisees, customers, and guests.

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Iconic Hotels and Resorts Appoints Yasmin Boromand as Group Director of People and Culture Amid Expansion Plans

📅 Yasmin Boromand was appointed as the new group director of people and culture for Iconic Hotels and Resorts on June 8, 2026. This follows the company's rebranding in February and the hiring of Shan Kanagasingham as COO. Boromand has experience managing HR for 80 restaurants in 18 countries and overseeing nine hotels in the Dorchester Collection. The group plans to launch a learning academy and graduate program, managing 14 properties, including 10 in the UK.

Langham Hospitality Group Appoints Josh Littman as Head of Development for EMEA to Expand Hotel Portfolio

💼 Josh Littman has been appointed head of development for Langham Hospitality Group's EMEA region, based in London. He will focus on expanding the company’s hospitality brands, including The Langham, Cordis, Eaton, and Ying’nFlo. Littman brings over 20 years of experience, previously serving at Starwood Hotels and InterContinental Hotels Group. Langham operates or is developing over 40 hotels globally. The company's growth strategy includes new openings like The Langham, Venice.

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Michael Robinson Named General Manager of The Valorian Los Angeles, a Curio Collection by Hilton

📖 Michael Robinson has been appointed as the general manager of The Valorian Los Angeles, part of Curio Collection by Hilton. With 20 years in hospitality, Robinson has managed openings and renovations in 10 properties across four countries, notably at Kimpton Hotels. Previously, he led Kimpton Hong Kong and Kimpton Everly Hollywood. The Valorian, formerly Mondrian Los Angeles, is on Sunset Strip and offers 236 rooms, including luxury suites with views of the Hollywood Hills.

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