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Lisa Sterns Named Director of Sales for The Hermosa Inn

📈 August 22, 2025, Paradise Valley, Arizona: Lisa Sterns joins The Hermosa Inn as Director of Sales. With over 25 years in luxury hospitality, Sterns has led at Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort & Spa and Destination Hotels and Resorts. An Arizona State University alum, she holds a BS in Hotel Management and a Business/Life Coaching Certification. Sterns will drive revenue growth and strategic initiatives at The Hermosa Inn, a AAA Four Diamond boutique hotel.

The Kimpton Brice appoints new GM

🏨 Adam White is the new general manager of The Kimpton Brice in Savannah, GA. Previously, he managed the Austin Southpark Hotel and held positions at several Hilton and Marriott properties. The Kimpton Brice, located near River Street, offers 145 guest rooms, a Secret Garden courtyard, an outdoor pool, and nearly 6,000 sq. ft. of event space. It is managed by HEI Hotels & Resorts.

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Donnington Valley Hotel & Spa unveils rebrand

🏨 Donnington Valley Hotel and Spa in Newbury, Berkshire, rebranded to Donnington and Co following a full-site redevelopment. Owned by Sir Peter Michael's family, it features a renowned spa and 18-hole golf course. The significant investment revamped the reception, lobby, bar, restaurant, and suites. The restaurant, Press, now offers an intimate setting. Andrew McKenzie, managing director, celebrates the hotel's evolution and its aspiration to be a leading four-star UK property.

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Langham Hospitality Group names Global Head of Residential

🏠 Langham Hospitality Group (LHG) appoints Rico Picenoni to lead its mixed-use development strategy, emphasizing branded residences. Picenoni brings expertise from Accor, Seven Tides Hospitality, and academic credentials from Ecole hôtelière de Lausanne. LHG’s first Middle East hotel is set to open in 2029, with Picenoni based in Dubai to drive growth. The initiative merges hotel stays with private homes, enhancing client engagement beyond traditional hospitality experiences.

Coury Hospitality to Manage Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

🏨 Coury Hospitality will manage Hard Rock Hotel San Diego starting July 1, 2025, with 420 rooms and 40,000 sq. ft. of event space. The hotel, located in the Gaslamp Quarter, features 17 Rock Star Suites and a rooftop pool. A renovation is planned for 2026. New openings include AC Hotel Bentonville and The Seahaus Hotel, with rebrands in Texas. Coury manages 11 California hotels. The expansion bolsters its award-winning Vin Hotel Collection.

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This Week’s Comings & Goings

🏠 Sonder Holdings Inc. announced CFO Michael Hughes resigned. CEO search is ongoing, with a successor expected by end of 2025. Rosewood Hotel Group appointed Jenni Benzaquen as senior VP on September 1, 2025. Aperture Hotels named Kate Bain as VP, commercial strategy. HREC Investment Advisors appointed Zack Freeman as VP in Phoenix, AZ. Hospitality Ventures Management Group appointed Drew Slayton as VP, business development. Numerous other hospitality companies announced leadership appointments across various roles and locations.

Langham names global head of residential

🏠 Langham Hospitality Group has appointed Rico Picenoni as global head of residential. His role focuses on enhancing design, branding, and operations of private homes. Picenoni, with prior experience at Savills, Accor, and Seven Tides Hospitality, will operate from Dubai, where Langham plans its first hotel opening in 2029. This move aligns with industry trends, as companies like Rosewood expand branded residences with new leadership appointments.

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IHG introduces The Manchester Deansgate Hotel

🏨 Intercontinental Hotels Group (IHG) is set to open The Manchester Deansgate Hotel in Beetham Tower, Manchester. Transitioning from Hilton, the hotel will become an InterContinental by 2027. Konstantin Grimm, with 18 years of luxury hotel experience, is appointed as general manager. IHG has 363 hotels in the UK and Ireland, with 33 in development, and plans to expand its luxury portfolio of 27 existing hotels. The hotel will remain operational during the refurbishment.

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Soho House & Co names Neil Thomson as new CFO

💸 Neil Thomson, with 30 years of hospitality finance experience, joins Soho House & Co as CFO. He was previously CFO of Tasty Restaurant Group and held senior roles at Yum! Brands. Andrew Carnie, CEO, highlights Thomson's operational and financial expertise as crucial for scaling the business. Thomson aims to drive growth and profitability. This move aligns with Soho House & Co’s strategy for global expansion and enhanced membership offerings.

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Brown’s Hotel appoints new head chef of Charlie’s

🍳 Tommaso Bizzocchi has been promoted to head chef at Brown’s Hotel’s flagship restaurant, Charlie’s, located in Mayfair. He joined the hotel in 2023 and will now lead kitchen operations and menu development, working with executive chef Andrew Sawyer and chef director Adam Byatt. Bizzocchi, originally from Pesaro, Italy, previously managed over 50 chefs and has experience in top London restaurants. His appointment emphasizes Brown's commitment to seasonal, sustainable, and ingredient-focused cooking.

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