Human Resources

🚀 2027, Mediterranean: Aman Resorts is launching Aman at Sea with the flagship vessel, Amangati. Designed by Sinot Yacht Architecture & Design, the 183-meter yacht accommodates 94 guests in 47 suites, each with a private terrace and dedicated butler. The ship features a Japanese restaurant, Mediterranean dining, a grill, a jazz club, and a spa. Inspired by Japanese ryokans, the interiors offer tranquility and luxury. Available for private hire, the first voyage explores unique Mediterranean ports.

📰 Aimbridge Hospitality promoted Allison Handy to Chief Commercial Officer, reporting to CEO Craig S. Smith. Handy joined Aimbridge in 2022, previously holding senior roles at PRISM and Interstate Hotels & Resorts. As CCO, she leads commercial functions like sales, marketing, and revenue management, driving profitability. Handy’s new role is part of Aimbridge’s strategy to maintain a trusted, results-driven operation. Her leadership aims to enhance performance and strengthen connections with owners and partners.

📈 Allison Handy promoted on July 2025 to chief commercial officer at Aimbridge Hospitality in Plano, Texas, reporting to CEO Craig S. Smith. She leads commercial functions—sales, national sales, revenue management, marketing, ecommerce—to enhance profitability and performance. Aimbridge’s integrated commercial model, launched last year, boosted strategy across sales and marketing, strengthening relationships and top-line performance. Handy previously held senior roles at PRISM and Interstate Hotels & Resorts and serves on the HSMAI Americas Board.

🏨 Hotel Equities founder Fred Cerrone will retire on November 22, 2025, after 58 years in hospitality. Remington Hospitality appointed Jason Kreul as COO, while HotelPlanner named Jeff McDaniel as CMO. Notable general manager appointments include Elon Kenchington at The Mark Hotel and Nick Heath at The St. Regis Singapore. André Brose joins Fairmont Breakers Long Beach as GM. Pyramid Global Hospitality appointed Anthony Torres as VP of Food and Beverage, while numerous other leadership changes occurred across the hospitality industry.

📍 Staypineapple has appointed Aldina Rexha as the new general manager of its 89-room hotel in Midtown Manhattan, New York.

📑 Feria Kazemi joins The Peninsula with over 10 years of experience in international communications, including roles at Google, Tripadvisor, and Apple. Canadian-born and fluent in English, French, and Farsi, she holds degrees from the University of Ottawa and City, University of London. She aims to enhance The Peninsula's global presence through strategic campaigns. Her career began in Ontario and now leads her to The Peninsula, headquartered in Hong Kong, to bolster its iconic hospitality brand.

📈 With 20 years of experience in revenue management, e-commerce, and digital marketing, Nathalie Feyte joins the Executive Committee of B&B HOTELS. Her career includes roles at Air France/KLM and Europcar Mobility Group, where she served as Senior VP of Revenue Management & Pricing from 2020-2025. This appointment supports B&B HOTELS' growth strategy in Western Europe, aiming to enhance commercial and digital development. They currently have 1 job offer available.

🏨 RoomRaccoon appoints Chaim Blog as Head of Payments, enhancing its global strategy for independent hotels. Blog, with experience at MEWS, PayPal, Lendex, and Lycamobile, aims to expand payment options and evolve the commercial model. CEO Tymen van Dyl highlights the importance of innovative payment solutions for guest experience. RoomRaccoon Payments is delivering strong results, targeting streamlined operations and improved cash flow. Blog envisions it as the fintech destination for hospitality.