Human Resources

💰 Johnny Langton was appointed head of operations for an unnamed residential platform backed by AustralianSuper, launching with £500 million to become a top UK rental home operator within five years. Karim Malak will lead The Boost Society, BNP Paribas's PBSA division, aiming for €3 billion in assets. Casago acquired Vacasa for $128 million in May 2025, and Joe Riley will succeed founder Steve Schwab as CEO in October 2026. Real Estate:UK appointed Vanessa Hale as its first chief executive.

📌 Sean Clancy has been appointed general manager of Hilton San Diego Bayfront. With over 30 years of hospitality experience, Clancy previously served as vice president and general manager at Sheraton San Diego, overseeing a $127 million renovation. He has held senior roles in Miami Beach and Philadelphia, and spent eight years with Hilton at Waldorf Astoria resorts. Clancy is active in San Diego, serving on several local boards.

🍳 Mirko Spalvieri, appointed head chef at Hilton Cambridge City Centre on July 13, 2026, brings 15 years of experience from Italy and the UK. He will manage food operations at Bull and Bass Restaurant and The Piano Bar. Spalvieri previously worked at Michelin-listed Satricum and, after relocating to the UK in 2019, at The Ivy Cambridge Brasserie. Hilton plans to relaunch its food outlets in summer 2027 after a hotel renovation.

🏨 Gary Wallace and Akshada Kodag have joined BWH Hotels GB as CFO and national sales manager, respectively, leading the company's expansion in Great Britain. In the past year, the group has seen a 10% increase in meetings and events revenue and a 16% rise in advance bookings. BWH Hotels aims to add 8,000 rooms by 2029, focusing on premium properties in northern cities, and has recently expanded its portfolio by 291 new signings.

📈 Crestline Hotels & Resorts expands its executive team, appointing Donnelly Nariss Maysey as SVP of sales & marketing. With over 25 years of experience in sales and hospitality, Maysey joins from Aimbridge Hospitality, where she led a team of over 1,000. Prior roles included 14 years at Hyatt Hotels Corporation. Crestline aims to enhance its upscale market presence as it marks its 26th year. Maysey's appointment supports strategic growth in independent and branded boutique hotels.

🏨 Luxury hotel Conrad Dublin appoints Aisling Feiritéar as director of human resources and Lee Cooper as HR and training manager. Feiritéar has over 10 years of experience in luxury hospitality, while Cooper brings a 14-year background in hospitality. Their roles aim to enhance workplace culture and talent development. General manager Lynn McLaughlin emphasizes the commitment to an exceptional workplace culture. Conrad Dublin was recently recognized by Great Place to Work.

📈 RateGain appoints Shobana Kailash as Chief Human Resources Officer in Noida on August 24, 2026. She will lead the global people strategy as the company, with 14,000+ customers and 700+ partners in 160+ countries, aims for an AI-driven future. Shobana, with over 20 years of experience, replaces Sahil Sharma. RateGain, founded in 2004, is a leader in AI-powered SaaS for travel, serving major global brands, including 33 of the Top 40 Hotel Chains.