The appointment follows sustained success at Author & Edit’s flagship properties, The Global Ambassador in Phoenix and The Twelve Thirty Club in Nashville, as well as the recent announcement of The Twelve Thirty Club’s expansion to Austin.
With additional brands and new markets in development and under consideration, the company said it is reinforcing its leadership team to support long-term growth while maintaining operational focus at its core propertiesGray brings more than two decades of luxury hospitality experience to the role. As president, he will oversee Author & Edit’s full portfolio, guiding overall strategy, operations and development as the company scales nationally. Gray joined the company in 2022 as managing director.
“As Author & Edit continues to expand, it’s essential that our leadership reflects both where we are today and where we’re going,” said Sam Fox, founder, Author & Edit Hospitality. “Geoff has played a critical role in shaping our foundation, and his perspective and experience will be central as we build what’s next.”
With that leadership transition underway, the company has also named seasoned hotel general manager Younes Atallah managing director of The Global Ambassador, reporting to Gray. He will oversee all aspects of the 141-room hotel, including its five dining destinations, wellness offerings and private members club.
Atallah most recently served as general manager of Regent Santa Monica Beach, where he led the opening of the first Regent property in North America. His career spans more than 25 years in luxury hospitality, including more than a decade with Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts and 11 years with Fairmont Hotels & Resorts.
“Younes brings a deep understanding of complex luxury operations and a strong connection to this market,” Gray said. “His leadership will support The Global Ambassador as we continue building on its early success.”