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Hotel HR news: appointments, recruitment, talent and people moves shaping the hospitality industry.

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Lighthouse welcomes Georg Beyschlag as…

📈 Georg Beyschlag is named CFO of Lighthouse, succeeding founder Matthias Geeroms, who becomes head of corporate development. Beyschlag, former CFO of TeamViewer, brings IPO experience, having scaled TeamViewer's team from 600 to 2,000 for its 2019 IPO. Lighthouse, with 900 employees across six continents and a $15 billion market, aims for strategic growth. Geeroms, pivotal in recent Series C funding and acquisitions like The Hotel Network in April 2025, transitions to focus on deals and partnerships.
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Journey names Andrew Metcalfe as Group…

💻 Andrew Metcalfe joined Journey as Group Chief Technology & Product Officer to spearhead the company’s growth. Previously, he served as CTO and Product & Engineering Director at Access Hospitality. Metcalfe is also a hotel owner, having developed Downham Hall in Essex. Journey aims to enhance its Hospitality Performance Platform with new features like an Experience Management System. CEO Simon Bullingham highlighted Metcalfe’s expertise as vital for leveraging new revenue opportunities beyond traditional room sales.
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Loews Hotels appoints Goshow as chief commercial officer

🏨 Loews Hotels named Kristie Goshow as chief commercial officer, overseeing sales, marketing, revenue management, and more across its 27 US hotels. With 20+ years of experience, Goshow transitions from Peregrine Hospitality Group and has held roles at Preferred Travel Group, Viceroy, Jumeirah, and Le Méridien. Alex Tisch, CEO, praised her innovative and customer-focused approach. Goshow is excited about joining the team, which she describes as grounded in family values.
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Peakwork appoints Falk Rudolph as new…

📈 Dynamic packaging specialist Peakwork appoints Falk Rudolph as director of business development. Rudolph, previously at Hubby eSIM as chief growth officer, brings over 20 years of travel industry experience. He will focus on the DACH markets and global growth. Rudolph formerly held roles at HolidayTaxis Group (13+ years) and HBX Group. Peakwork VP Stefanie Wasserfuhr praised Rudolph's expertise and industry connections.
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Cotswolds Distillery Founder Daniel Szor installed as Master of the Worshipful Company of Distillers

🥃 Daniel Szor, founder of Cotswolds Distillery, was installed as the 378th Master of the Worshipful Company of Distillers on January 2026. The London-based Livery Company, established in 1638, promotes spirits trade excellence. Daniel joined as a Freeman in 2015, a Liveryman in 2016, and the Court in 2022. He founded the Cotswolds Distillery in 2014, and co-founded the English Whisky Guild. Daniel, passionate about sustainability, lives in the Cotswolds with his wife, Dr. Katia Cikurel, and their three children.
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Raffles London at the Owo Appoints Olivier Thomas as Managing Director

📍 December 31, 2025, London, UK: Olivier Thomas is appointed Managing Director of Raffles London at The OWO. With over 30 years of luxury hotel experience across Europe, North America, the Middle East, and North Africa, Thomas previously managed notable properties like Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo. Under his leadership, Raffles London, located in the historic Old War Office building, aims to enhance its reputation for elegance and sophistication.
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Crestline Hotels & Resorts Assumes Management of the Hampton Inn & Suites Scottsdale at Talking Stick, Arizona

🏨 December 31, 2025, in Fairfax, Virginia: Crestline Hotels & Resorts LLC takes over management of the Hampton Inn & Suites Scottsdale at Talking Stick, Arizona. The hotel features 101 guest rooms, 676 sq. ft. meeting space, and can host up to 60 guests. Located off Loop 101, it offers easy access to attractions like Salt River Fields and Butterfly Wonderland. Amenities include Hampton Beds®, complimentary Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center. The hotel is pet-friendly with onsite parking available for a fee.
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Rocco Forte Hotels Introduces New General Managers

📅 London, December 30, 2025: Rocco Forte Hotels appoints four General Managers, enhancing its leadership team. Anna Gricini leads Hotel de la Ville, Rome, from November 1, 2025, after 16 years with the brand. Maximilian Von Reden takes charge of Hotel Amigo, Brussels, on November 3, with 20+ years in luxury hospitality. Matteo Gentile joins Hotel Savoy, Florence, on November 3, bringing decades of experience. Ulrich Schwer becomes General Manager at The Charles Hotel, Munich. Francesco Roccato oversees the new Carlton Milan, launching November 6.
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Tpg Hotels & Resorts Appoints Patrick Short as President & Chief Operating Officer

🏨 December 29, 2025, Providence, Rhode Island: Patrick Short returns to TPG Hotels & Resorts as President & COO, overseeing its nationwide property portfolio. With over 30 years in hospitality, Short has led firms like Peachtree Hospitality, growing it from 27 to 100 hotels. His background includes roles at CSM Corporation and Kinseth. Educated in Hospitality Management and Finance, he will relocate from Minnesota to McKinney, TX. He's a Certified Hotel Administrator.
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Frank Cook Named General Manager of Doubletree by Hilton Hotel New Orleans

📑 December 26, 2025, in New Orleans, Louisiana: DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel announces Frank Cook as the new General Manager. He brings over 30 years of hospitality leadership. Under his guidance, a $5 million renovation is underway, finishing by 2026, enhancing the hotel’s 367 rooms, lobby, and amenities. Dimension Hospitality, based in Louisiana, manages the transformation. Cook previously managed operations for 19 Hilton and Marriott properties, aiming to elevate guest experiences at DoubleTree New Orleans.
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