Food & Drink
I Kadek Sugiantara Takes Charge of Allila Villas Uluwatu's Culinary Experience
I Kadek Sugiantara has been appointed as the new executive chef at Alila Villas Uluwatu, bringing nearly 20 years of international culinary expertise.
Appointments
Cecilia Lo Chosen as General Manager for Two Lanson Place Properties in Hong Kong
Cecilia Lo has been appointed as the new area general manager for Lanson Place Causeway Bay and Lanson Place Waterfront Suites in Hong Kong.
Hospitality
Stephan Rohrer Takes Charge as General Manager of JATI Koh Russey
Stephan Rohrer has been appointed as the general manager of JATI Koh Russey, leading the luxurious private island resort as it begins its first high season.
Appointments
Niall Cowan Appointed General Manager of Carlton Hotel Singapore
Niall Cowan joins Carlton Hotel Singapore as the new GM, bringing over 20 years of experience in luxury hospitality from various global locations.
Appointments
Cathay Pacific Names Abhijit Abhyankar as New Regional Head of Customer Travel and Lifestyle
Abhijit Abhyankar has been appointed as the Regional Head of Customer Travel and Lifestyle at Cathay Pacific, overseeing various customer engagement initiatives.
Events
Chris Carter-Chapman Steps in as Event Director for WTM London 2025
Chris Carter-Chapman has taken on the role of Event Director for WTM London 2025, succeeding Juliette Losardo.
Careers
Nicolas Kassab Appointed General Manager at Umana Bali
Nicolas Kassab takes on the role of General Manager at Umana Bali, leading operations and enhancing guest experiences.
Business
Advantage Travel Partnership Adds Ian Simmonds as Independent Non-Executive Director
Advantage Travel Partnership has appointed Ian Simmonds to enhance its executive team as an Independent Non-Executive Director, bringing significant experience in the travel sector.
Appointments
Nick Downing Appointed as General Manager of The Langham, Custom House in Bangkok
Nick Downing has been appointed as the new General Manager of The Langham, Custom House, Bangkok, bringing over 30 years of luxury hospitality experience.
appointment announcement
Hidechika Takasaka Appointed as President of Okura Nikko Hotel Management Company
Hidechika Takasaka, a seasoned professional with extensive experience in finance, has taken the reins at Okura Nikko Hotel Management Company.
Appointments
Karim Bizid Appointed as COO of Chedi Hospitality
Karim Bizid's new role as Chief Operating Officer at Chedi Hospitality is a crucial step within the company's strategic expansion.
Appointments
Mahindra Group Welcomes Asha Kharga as Chief Customer Officer for Mahindra Holidays & Resorts India Ltd.
Asha Kharga has been appointed Chief Customer Officer at Mahindra Holidays & Resorts India Ltd., effective 1st July 2025.
Asia News
Marcel NA Holman Appointed as General Manager of Artyzen Singapore
Artyzen Singapore has announced the official appointment of Marcel NA Holman as its new general manager, taking charge on April 16.
Careers
Celebrated Chef Mohit Bhowar Appointed Executive Sous-Chef at JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar
Mohit Bhowar becomes the new executive sous-chef at JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar, bringing over 17 years of culinary expertise and a commitment to excellence.
Careers
Stephen Nash Takes the Helm at The Other House Covent Garden
Stephen Nash has been appointed as the general manager of The Other House Covent Garden, set to launch later this year.
Appointments
Yuki Yamano Takes the Helm at Kyoto’s SOWAKA Hotel
SOWAKA Hotel in Kyoto has appointed Yuki Yamano as its new general manager, bringing extensive experience in luxury hospitality.
HR & Careers
Nick Ghosh Takes Charge as Chief Commercial Officer at EXO Travel
EXO Travel has announced the promotion of Nick Ghosh to the position of chief commercial officer, enhancing its strategic direction.
Culinary News
Jean Paul Lourdes Takes Culinary Lead at The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore
The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore has appointed Jean Paul Lourdes as its new culinary director, bringing over 20 years of experience in the culinary field.
Hospitality
Julien Mattei Takes the Helm as CIO of a&o Hostels
Julien Mattei has been named the new Chief Investment Officer of a&o Hostels, Europe's largest hostel chain, bringing a wealth of experience in real estate investment.
