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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.

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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 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.

Hospitality brands: still a strong value proposition for investors

📈 In April 2024, Arnoud Vink joined Louvre Hotels Group as Chief Development Officer, aiming to accelerate growth and strengthen partnerships. Vink, with over 20 years of experience in international asset development and degrees from Delft University of Technology and HEC Paris, focuses on expanding the group's multi-brand portfolio globally. The Louvre Hotels Group plans to modernize its model to enhance appeal and value. Vink will discuss future milestones at the Hospitality Asset Forum.

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A&O Hostels appoints director of operations and integration

🏨 Kristina Golik has been promoted to director of operations and integration at A&O Hostels. Kristina joined in 2015 and became general manager in 2019. A&O operates 44 properties across 30 cities in 10 European countries. Founded in 2000, it hosted 2.8 million guests in 2024, with 6.2 million overnight stays. In early 2025, they welcomed 1.4 million guests and achieved a 73% occupancy rate. Kristina aims to enhance operational and integration processes.

Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort & Spa Appoints Jason Baer as Director of Sales and Marketing

📄 October 29, 2025, Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach, California: Jason Baer has been appointed as the director of sales and marketing. With over 15 years of experience, Baer will manage the 519-room resort's sales and marketing. Previously, Baer led record-breaking initiatives at Hyatt Regency Maui. He aims to enhance the resort's profile and community ties, having served at the Huntington Beach location from 2015 to 2018. Baer holds dual degrees from California State University, Long Beach.

Four Seasons Hotel the Westcliff Appoints Rudi Liebenberg as Executive Chef

🍴 October 29, 2025, Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff in Johannesburg is undergoing a culinary revamp. Chef Rudi Liebenberg returns as Executive Chef, bringing global experience. The signature restaurant, Flames, is updating its kitchen. Chef Avuyile Fumba and Pastry Chef Nathan Jacobs join the team. The hotel boasts a 400-seat ballroom for events. Recent accolades include Best Restaurant at the South Africa Restaurant Awards and the Luxe People's Choice Award.

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