Human Resources

🏨 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.

📰 Feria Kazemi has been appointed director of communications for The Peninsula Hotels in Hong Kong. She joined earlier this year, relocating from the UK. With over 12 years of international communications experience, her previous roles include working at Google in London and Tripadvisor. Originally from Canada, she started her career in media relations for Ontario’s government before moving to Apple in Toronto. Kazemi will lead global campaigns to enhance brand awareness through earned media and partnerships.

📅 July 30, 2025, Sydney, Australia. Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park appoints David Lance as General Manager. 🏨 Lance, an Australian with over 30 years of hospitality experience, previously served at Royal Orchid Sheraton Bangkok Riverside. He started his career in 1995 at Four Seasons Hotel Sydney and joined Marriott in 2003. Notable achievements include record profitability at Marriott Hotel Al Forsan in 2022. His new role aligns with Marriott's leadership focus in luxury hotels.

🏨 Peregrine Hospitality, Denver, Colorado, July 30, 2025: Jeff Knowlton, with 25+ years in hospitality technology, joins as CIO. Previously at Sonesta International Hotels Corporation, Knowlton led tech transformations. His experience includes roles at Pursuit Collection, Sage Hospitality, Vail Resorts, and Marcus Hotels & Resorts. CEO Greg Kennealey emphasizes Knowlton's role in enhancing their hospitality portfolio through innovative technology. Knowlton aims to advance their tech platform, enhancing guest experiences.

🏨 Fairmont Breakers Long Beach appointed André Brose as general manager after a multi-million-dollar transformation. Originally built in 1926, the hotel is in downtown Long Beach, CA, featuring 185 rooms. Brose, with 25+ years in hospitality, has worked globally, including at Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa Edinburgh and The St. Regis San Francisco. Previously, he managed Lido House in Newport Beach. The property boasts a rooftop pool, spa, and dining venues Nettuno and Sky Room.