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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.

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.

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.

Crestline Hotels & Resorts Assumes Management of the Newly Updated Embassy Suites by Hilton Tuscaloosa Alabama Downtown

🏨 December 23, 2025, Fairfax, Virginia: Crestline Hotels & Resorts LLC has taken over management of the Embassy Suites Tuscaloosa Alabama Downtown. The hotel features 154 guest suites and 5,618 square feet of event space, situated in downtown Tuscaloosa near key attractions like the University of Alabama. Located at 2410 University Boulevard, it's four miles from Tuscaloosa National Airport and 62 miles from Birmingham International Airport. Guests enjoy a complimentary hot breakfast and dining at Side by Side restaurant.

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Elite Hotels appoints Graham Copeman as managing director

📈 Elite Hotels' management is changing: Graham Copeman will become managing director in January 2026, succeeding Graeme Bateman, who transitions to executive chairman. Copeman, former general manager at Exclusive Collection's Pennyhill Park, has also worked at The Zetter Group, St James’s Hotel and Club, and The Goring. Bateman takes over as chairman of Elite Hotels and The Rotherwick Foundation from Andrew Dixon, who retires after a decade but stays as a trustee. Elite Hotels operates three properties in England.

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Benoît Racle, Accor: “Success is achieved when brand vision translates into tangible value for guests, owners and teams”

🏨 Benoît Racle oversees Accor's Premium brands as Global Brand President, managing Pullman, Mövenpick, Grand Mercure, and Swissôtel. These brands comprise over 500 hotels and 115,000 rooms globally, covering urban, resort, and leisure locations. They are crucial to Accor’s strategy, balancing performance, asset appeal, and sustainability in a competitive market, while catering to owners, operators, investors, designers, and communities.

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BWH Hotels announces board chairperson for 2026

🏨 BWH Hotels’ Board of Directors elected Viral (Victor) Patel as board chairperson for 2026, with 25+ years of industry experience. Patel, owner of Best Western Corbin Inn, Kentucky, since age 26, will guide BWH in a transformative year emphasizing digital innovation. The board also named Rajesh Patel as vice-chairperson, Santosh Khanjee as secretary-treasurer, and welcomed Rebecca Driggs. Patel expressed enthusiasm for enhancing hospitality and community impact.

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CoralTree assumes management of DoubleTree Park City

🏖 CoralTree Hospitality now manages DoubleTree by Hilton Park City – The Yarrow in Utah. The hotel, minutes from Park City's Main Street and ski areas, offers 182 rooms, a heated pool, and 5,000 sq. ft. of event space. It's equipped for year-round activity with dining at 1800 Park and Vertical Lounge. CoralTree, experienced in mountain destinations, operates other properties in Vail, Aspen, and more, expanding its presence in Park City.

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Remington Hospitality Appoints Amy Epperson as Executive Vice President of Human Resources

🏢 Amy Epperson, promoted in 2023, is now the executive vice president of human resources at Remington Hospitality, based in Dallas, Texas. Reporting directly to CEO Ben Perelmuter, Epperson will oversee talent strategy, organizational development, culture, compliance, and associate experience. Her leadership significantly impacts organizational change and engagement, aligning HR with business objectives to support growth across the managed portfolio. Her promotion underscores the importance of human capital in achieving operational excellence and owner outcomes.

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Nick Nairn to step away from Kailyard restaurant at Dunblane Hydro

🍳 Chef Nick Nairn will leave the Kailyard at Dunblane Hydro in March 2026, ending a 16-year partnership. Apex Hotels and Nairn mutually agreed on the decision. The hotel, renamed Apex Dunblane Hydro in November, is undergoing a significant refurbishment, including a new restaurant concept. Brian Scanlin will continue as executive head chef. A farewell event is set for 26 March. Apex calls this one of the largest investment periods in the hotel's 147-year history.

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