Human Resources

✈️ Corporate Travel Management (CTM) appoints Rebecca Welsch as Global Head of Growth Marketing to boost its five-year growth plan by increasing customer engagement globally. Welsch has 16 years of experience in B2B marketing, previously enhancing product marketing at Phocas Software. CTM aims to deepen customer connections and expand its market presence, with marketing playing a crucial role. Darren Toohey emphasizes the importance of aligning marketing with customer needs to drive strategic growth.

🍴 Joanna Fantozzi, a Senior Editor at Nation’s Restaurant News, has over seven years of experience in restaurant and hospitality journalism. She has held editorial roles at Informa since October 2018 and previously worked with Insider and The Daily Meal. With degrees from The College of New Jersey and CUNY, Joanna covers topics from industry insights to cultural issues. Her work is featured in top publications like The New York Times and Forbes.

🏨 Rebel Hotel Company recently transitioned the Hilton Washington DC Capitol Hill, a 267-room hotel, into its portfolio. This is Rebel's first venture into Washington, D.C., situated near the U.S. Capitol and Union Station. The company, led by CEO Brian Sparacino, now includes four Hilton-branded hotels and several independent properties. Rebel aims to expand its creative and collaborative approach in one of the U.S.'s most competitive hospitality markets.

🍳 Callum O’Doherty and Tom Ridler have been appointed as head chefs by the Brend Collection for their hotels in Devon and Cornwall. O’Doherty leads the Royal Duchy Hotel in Falmouth, focusing on local seafood and seasonal dishes, while Ridler manages the Royal and Fortescue Hotel and 62 The Bank in Barnstaple, which holds one AA Rosette. This move is part of the Brend Collection's investment in its culinary team and training initiatives.

📶 PPDS, headquartered in Amsterdam, appointed Jeroen Feldman as dvLED Solutions Manager on July 31, 2025. With 19 years of experience, Jeroen will enhance Philips dvLED solutions across Europe, focusing on sectors like hospitality and food. PPDS recently showcased its new 135” Philips Unite LED 6000 Series at InfoComm 2025 in Orlando. The company aims to expand its LED portfolio, leveraging Jeroen's expertise to boost sales and installations in Northern Europe.

🏨 Chris Wayne-Willis, CEO of Crerar Hotels, steps down after five years in 2025. He joined in March 2020 and expanded the portfolio to 10 hotels, including Fonab Castle. In 2024, Crerar's gross profit rose from £7.8m to £8.8m, with a 9% turnover increase and a 10% rise in room revenue. Wayne-Willis, with over 30 years in hospitality, plans to seek new opportunities.

📈 Aimbridge Hospitality has promoted Allison Handy to Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) in 2025. She will report directly to CEO Craig S. Smith.

📄 John Lynch has been promoted to deputy general manager at InterContinental Dublin, part of IHG Hotels and Resorts. He joined the hotel three years ago and has held roles as director of rooms and operations. Lynch, a graduate of Shannon College of Hotel Management, previously worked in the US with Marriott, and at The Shelbourne and Conrad Hotels. InterContinental Dublin, located in Ballsbridge, opened in 2001 and features 215 rooms, multiple restaurants, and wellness facilities.

📈 Scottish hospitality group Buzzworks appoints Robert Cook, former chief executive of Hotel du Vin and Malmaison, as non-executive chairman. With over 35 years of experience, Cook will support Buzzworks' expansion into accommodation. This move comes after a management buyout and aims to grow their presence across Scotland. Cook and managing director Kenny Blair are focused on strengthening Buzzworks' community, quality, and ambition through this strategic expansion.