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Hilton Appoints Kolin Pound as Area President for Caribbean and Latin America, Overseeing 315 Hotels and Resorts

🏨 Kolin Pound has been appointed as area president for Hilton's Caribbean and Latin America (CALA) operations. He will oversee 315 hotels and resorts across 35 countries, with 150 more in development. Reporting to Danny Hughes, Pound brings extensive experience from Ares Management and Walton Street Capital. His leadership aims to enhance performance and foster growth as Hilton expands its presence in this dynamic region.

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Aimbridge Hospitality EMEA Appoints Sylvain Lagier as VP of Operations for UK Portfolio of 25 Hotels

🏨 Aimbridge Hospitality EMEA has appointed Sylvain Lagier as VP of Operations. He will oversee over 25 managed properties in the UK, including brands like Mercure, Accor, and Radisson. Lagier brings over 20 years of hospitality experience, previously working at Brightstar Hospitality. His career began as an assistant financial controller at Hotel New York, Disneyland Paris. Aimbridge aims to leverage his expertise to enhance team performance and meet growth objectives.

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Barbara Muckermann to Lead Kempinski in 2024, Focusing on Selective Ownership and Modern Luxury Redefinition

📖 In 2024, Barbara Muckermann became Kempinski's first female CEO, focusing on brand desire and historical distinctiveness. Kempinski, established in 1897, owned 75 hotels in 31 countries by 2023. Reto Wittwer expanded from 21 to 73 hotels by 2014. The company acquired Prague's Augustine Hotel in April 2026, their first wholly owned in over 50 years. Muckermann’s strategy emphasizes selective ownership, operational excellence, and integrating technology to enhance human connections.

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Neil Jacobs Appointed CEO of Constellation's New Luxury Hospitality Business to Build Global Hotel Collection

🏨 Neil Jacobs has been appointed CEO of Constellation Hotels' new luxury hospitality management business. This venture, anchored by The Connaught, The Berkeley, and The Emory in London, aims to expand internationally with projects in Paris and Marrakech. Jacobs previously expanded Six Senses from 8 to 27 properties. Constellation will maintain ownership while the new company will manage operations. Launch expected later this year, reflecting a trend of owners seeking more control over luxury hotel management.

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Sue Decker to Depart Vail Resorts Board in 2026; Board to Reduce Size and Seek New Member

🏖 Vail Resorts, Inc. announced Sue Decker will not seek reelection at the 2026 Annual Meeting due to other commitments. Decker joined Anderson Group, Inc. and Nscale, Ltd. Her current term ends in 2026. The Board will reduce to nine members in 2026 and plans to expand to ten in 2027. In July, Bill Hornbuckle joined the Board, and in 2024, Reggie Chambers and Iris Knobloch were added.

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Hotel Equities Partners with Lodgic Hospitality to Manage Three Austin Hotels, Expanding Texas Portfolio to 25 Properties

🏨 Hotel Equities partners with Lodgic Hospitality to manage three Austin hotels: Aloft by Marriott Austin Northwest, Tru by Hilton Austin NW Arboretum, and Hilton Garden Inn Austin Central. This expands Hotel Equities’ Austin presence to seven hotels and its Texas portfolio to 25. The Aloft is near Lakeline Mall, Tru by Hilton is on Jollyville Road, and Hilton Garden Inn is centrally located, all offering amenities like fitness centers, dining, and meeting spaces.

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Macall Newman Appointed Resort Manager at Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita, Bringing 15 Years of Experience

🏝️ Macall Newman has been appointed as the resort manager at Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita, Mexico, in September 2026. With 15 years of experience at Four Seasons, she has worked in Boston, Los Angeles, Thailand, and managed operations for the brand's Private Jet and Yacht experiences. Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita spans 52 beachfront acres with oceanfront casitas, private villas, and two championship golf courses along the Riviera Nayarit coast.

UrVenue Opens New Headquarters on Las Vegas Strip, Announces Strategic Hires to Boost Growth in Hospitality Sector

📈 UrVenue opened its new corporate headquarters at 3327 S. Las Vegas Blvd., Suite 3400, on the Las Vegas Strip, enhancing ties with hospitality, gaming, nightlife, and entertainment sectors. The company announced strategic hires such as Michael Sullivan for global client success, Amy You in business development, and Joseph Pomar-Webb as Senior Marketing Manager. These moves aim to strengthen relationships and support growth in nightlife, daylife, hotel, and resort sectors. Sullivan brings 25 years of industry experience.

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The Stafford London Appoints Kremi McCabe as General Manager, Following Recent Top Hotel Awards

🏨 Kremi McCabe is appointed as General Manager of The Stafford London, leveraging 30+ years in luxury hospitality. Previously with Mandarin Oriental, Jumeirah, Dorchester Collection, and The Lanesborough, McCabe now leads operations at the St James's property. The Stafford recently received accolades: top London hotel by Travel and Leisure, five AA Red Stars, and a Michelin star for Michael Caines. Mahmoud Bakr, director, highlights her commercial expertise and leadership as pivotal for future growth.

Abode Worldwide Expands Research Capabilities with Wouter Geerts as Head of Market Intelligence and Research

📈 London, 1 September 2026 — Abode Worldwide appoints Wouter Geerts as Head of Market Intelligence and Research to expand its hospitality tech and proptech research capabilities. Geerts, formerly from Mews and Skift, will enhance Abode's research offerings. Founded in 2017, Abode has experienced 30% annual growth for three years and won the 2025 Skift IDEA Awards for Best in Communication. The agency operates in the UK, Europe, North America, and APAC.

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