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Awaze appoints Sharla Singh as chief…

💸 Sharla Singh was appointed CFO of Awaze in 2025 after serving as Interim CFO since May 2025. Singh joined Awaze in December 2023. Awaze, which includes Hoseasons, cottages.com, and Novasol, hosted over one million guests in August 2025 across 20 countries. The company reports increased repeat bookings and guest satisfaction in 2025 due to tech, service, and marketing investments. CEO Matthew Price emphasizes Singh’s strong platform experience to support Awaze’s growth and owner engagement.

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IBS Software welcomes new Chief Product…

💻 IBS Software appoints Abha Dogra as Chief Product Officer to lead its global product organization and integrate AI-first strategies. With over 20 years of experience, Dogra previously held senior roles at CAE and other major firms. Amit Jain joins as SVP and Global Head of Engineering, overseeing a 1,000-strong team across India, the US, UK, and Canada. These leadership changes, initiated in late 2024, aim to enhance product innovation and impact in travel technology.

Thompson and Tommie Austin Welcome Christina Fry as New General Manager

🏨 Christina Fry was appointed general manager on October 31, 2025, for Thompson Austin and Tommie Austin in Austin, Texas. With over 13 years in hospitality, Fry previously managed Andaz West Hollywood. The hotels, opened in 2022, feature a 6,000 sq. ft. fitness center, rooftop pool, and dining options like Arriba Abajo Rooftop Cantina. Fry aims to enhance their market position.

Dreamscape Hospitality Assumes Management of Historic St. Clair Inn

🏨 Dreamscape Hospitality has taken over management of St. Clair Inn, St. Clair, Michigan, as of October 31, 2025. Situated along the St. Clair River, the inn boasts 85 guestrooms and 3 unique cottages. Originally opened in 1926, it will undergo significant renovations and join Marriott's Tribute Portfolio. The venue offers over 34,000 square feet for events. Dreamscape aims to enhance the inn's legacy, focusing on local cuisine and exceptional guest experiences.

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Hôtel Barrière Le Carl Gustaf St. Barth adds new GM

🏨 Enrique Glückmann was appointed general manager of Hôtel Barrière Le Carl Gustaf St. Barth. With over 20 years of luxury hospitality experience, Glückmann's career includes roles at Jumeirah Beach Hotel, Etihad Airways, Hotel Arts in Barcelona, and resorts in Seychelles and Morocco. The hotel, located above Gustavia in Saint Barthélemy, originally opened in the 1980s and was redesigned in 2020, featuring 21 suites and a five-bedroom villa.

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Buzzworks names new property director amid accommodation expansion

🏠 Buzzworks appointed Maurissa Fergusson as property director in October 2025, with 25 years' experience in real estate, having worked at Scotmid. She will manage property development for Buzzworks' 22 venues in East, West, and Central Scotland, supporting their expansion into rooms and accommodation. Buzzworks' brands include Scotts, House, and Lido. Managing Director Kenny Blair highlighted her expertise in balancing operational efficiency and guest experience as key to their growth.

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A strategic appointment to drive D-EDGE’s next phase of transformation

📈 Stéphanie Cabassu has been appointed as Secretary General at D-EDGE, a newly established role to enhance corporate governance. This strategic move is designed to bolster the company's growth.

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A strategic appointment to drive D-EDGE’s next phase of transformation

💼 Stéphanie Cabassu joins D-EDGE's Executive Committee in Paris, overseeing strategic transformation, governance, and operational efficiency. D-EDGE employs 550+ staff and supports 17,000 clients globally. Stéphanie, with 20+ years of expertise, previously served as CFO at Sephora and led transformation projects in Europe. Her role emphasizes simplifying hotel operations via D-EDGE's integrated platform, supporting international growth and consolidating its leadership in Europe and Asia.

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D-EDGE appoints Stéphanie Cabassu as General Secretary to support its transformation and growth ambitions

📈 Stéphanie Cabassu, a KEDGE Business School and HEC Paris alumna, has over 20 years of experience in finance and business transformation. In 2020, she joined Sephora as CFO for Italy, later becoming Transformation Director for Europe. Her expertise is pivotal for D-EDGE's growth, which employs over 550 people and serves 17,000 global clients. Her career includes roles at Eurosport, Pirelli, ByMyCar, and Happyfew.

This Week’s Comings & Goings

🏨 AHLA appointed Brett Horton as Chief Advocacy Officer to oversee advocacy strategies. Kempinski Hotels appointed Paul Lonergan as Chief Operating and Asset Management Officer for EMEA, Americas, and Asia Pacific. Dimension Hospitality hired Aimee Mangold as Chief Human Resources Officer. TPG Hotels & Resorts added Brian Bradford as SVP, Hospitality Finance. CoralTree Hospitality appointed Darlene Vanderlaan and Ben Whitefox as VPs of Finance. Various other leadership changes occurred across major hospitality brands, focusing on strategic growth and management improvements.

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