Human Resources - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 65

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Margaritaville Lake Resort Lake Conroe names new GM

🏠 Daniel Haughan has been appointed general manager of Margaritaville Lake Resort Lake Conroe in Houston. Previously, he was the GM at Marriott Griffin Gate Golf Resort in Lexington, Kentucky, and has experience from roles at Margaritaville Beach Resort South Padre Island, Canopy by Hilton in San Antonio, and Homewood Suites in Moab, Utah. The resort is the first Margaritaville in Texas, offering 335 suites, including 32 lakefront cottages, on 186 acres.

The Bench Restructures Leadership to Support Global Growth and Investor Engagement

🏠 Ali Shahid appointed CEO of The Bench, succeeding a nine-year tenure, to lead global strategy and product direction. Jonathan Worsley becomes Chairman, focusing on strategic initiatives. Leadership changes include Matthew Weihs as Growth Director and Daria Smith as Middle East and Africa Managing Director. FHS Saudi Arabia scheduled for April 20-22, 2026, at Mandarin Oriental Al Faisaliah, Riyadh, with numerous sponsors and partners supporting the event.

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IHG appoints Wei Manfredi to lead AI strategy

💻 IHG Hotels and Resorts appointed Wei Manfredi as senior VP of AI and architecture to drive AI strategy and tech partnerships. She has global experience with McDonald's, Google Cloud, Lululemon, and Visa. Manfredi's role will optimize IHG's 6,700 hotels and 2,000 sites with new management systems. The group also uses AI for translation and automation across 20 brands, enhancing the IHG One Rewards app. Her appointment aims to boost efficiency for owners, guests, and staff.

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IHG’s Hotel Indigo Turks & Caicos Grace Bay announces GM ahead of opening

🏨 Hotel Indigo Turks & Caicos Grace Bay, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts, is set to open later this month under new executive general manager, Mark Illingworth. With over 30 years of international hospitality experience, Illingworth will oversee operations. This debut is part of a trio of new hotel projects managed by Lighthouse Hotel Management and developed by Molo Hotel Group, including Kimpton and InterContinental hotels in Turks and Caicos.

TrustYou Strengthens APAC Leadership with Two Senior Hires to Accelerate Hospitality AI Adoption

✅ January 13th, 2026, Munich – TrustYou, a leading Hospitality AI platform, appointed Jenna Xue and Jasmine Leong to accelerate AI adoption in APAC. TrustYou launched its AI-powered platform, including a Customer Data Platform (CDP), Customer Experience Platform (CXP), and AI Agent, designed for seamless hotel communications. Jenna Xue brings 15 years of marketing expertise, while Jasmine Leong offers 15 years in hospitality tech. This move supports TrustYou’s commitment to enhance guest engagement and innovate in the APAC region.

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Trinity promotes Jake Lynch to SVP

📈 Jake Lynch has been promoted to senior vice president of strategic operations at Trinity Investments. With over 15 years of experience, he will manage assets like Hilton Atlanta and The Ritz-Carlton Dallas. His role includes enhancing operating performance and spearheading major repositionings. Lynch previously worked at BRE Hotels & Resorts and Starwood Hotels & Resorts. Trinity Investments, based in Miami, boasts a nearly 30-year history in global hospitality asset management.

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Former Aimbridge’s chief growth officer Allison Reid joins Ferguson Partners

📈 Allison Reid joins Ferguson Partners as Managing Director and Global Head of Hospitality and Leisure in New York. With 30 years of hospitality experience, she will lead the executive search and talent management in hospitality, gaming, and cruise sectors. Previously, she held leadership roles at Aimbridge Hospitality and Starwood Hotels. This move is part of Ferguson's expansion strategy in real assets. Reid is a member of the AHLA Investment Roundtable.

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Senior leadership promotions at YOTEL

📍 YOTEL, a UK-based hospitality brand, promotes Rohan Thakkar to chief development and strategy officer, expanding his role to include enterprise leadership. Mark Henderson becomes SVP design and construction, managing capital expenditure and renovations. Olivia Donnan is named SVP brand, culture, and growth. The company aims to expand to 100 hotels by 2031. CEO Phil Andreopoulos initiated these changes to harness internal talent and drive YOTEL’s growth strategy.

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Yotel promotes senior leaders as it targets 100 hotels by 2031

🏨 Yotel aims for 100 hotels worldwide by 2031. Currently, it operates 23 hotels in 16 cities and airports, planning 11 more openings in two years in Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, Lisbon, Athens, and Belfast. Rohan Thakkar is now chief development and strategy officer, Mark Henderson is senior VP of design and construction, and Olivia Donnan is senior VP of brand, culture, and growth. CEO Phil Andreopoulos confirmed these leadership promotions to support Yotel's global expansion.

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Open Destinations appoints David Bailey as…

📈 David Bailey appointed as Global Commercial Director by Open Destinations to drive international growth. Previously with Discuss.io, he led EMEA and APAC sales, enhancing AI-powered solutions for brands like Unilever and Ford. At Open Destinations, Bailey will spearhead commercial strategy and revenue growth, aligning sales and marketing with business goals. CEO John Davies emphasizes Bailey's international and tech scaling expertise. Bailey aims to support customer ambitions and bolster the company's expansion efforts.

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