Emirates strengthens commercial leadership team with five senior appointments

 

DUBAI, UAE – Emirates has announced new appointments to its commercial leadership team as it ramps up its network, fleet and products for its next era of growth.

Emirates strengthens commercial leadership team with five senior appointments

 

Emirates has announced new appointments to its commercial leadership team as it ramps up its network, fleet and products for its next era of growth.

PPDS announces new senior management structure

 

Jae O Choi Park and Ron Cottaar

AMSTERDAM – PPDS, the exclusive global provider of Philips Professional Displays and complementary solutions, is delighted to announce the latest structural updates to its EMEA sales and global marketing management teams, with the promotion of Jae O Choi Park and Ron Cottaar to lead the company’s amplified growth ambitions

Hyatt Announces Leadership Transitions, Underscoring Commitment to Growth in All-Inclusive

CHICAGO (July 3, 2025) – Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today shared an update on key leadership transitions that further align Hyatt’s structure with its increased brand focus and accelerated growth ambitions, particularly in the all-inclusive segment.

Custom Travel Solutions appoints new strategic executives

 

Custom Travel Solutions, leading private-label travel platform powering member-based organizations, announces the appointment of two powerhouse executives: Michael Finn as Vice President of Sales and Melinda Burch as Vice President of Global Business Development. This move signals CTS’s push into its next chapter of hypergrowth, expanding its global footprint and strengthening its ability to serve clients with unmatched precision, insight, and innovation.

Rockwell Group Strengthens Its Global Leadership With The Appointment Of Brad Zuger, Eva Longoria, And Francesco Bartolozzi As New Partners

 

Rockwell Group is solidifying its dedication to innovation and global growth with the strategic promotion of Brad Zuger, Eva Longoria, and Francesco Bartolozzi to partner positions.

Jazeera Airways appoints C-suite leadership

 

KUWAIT – Jazeera Airways, Kuwait’s leading low-cost carrier, announce three C-suite leadership appointments to support a new era of growth. Captain Ayman Alshammari as Chief Operating Officer (COO) Capt. Ayman, formerly VP of Flight Operations at Jazeera, brings over 33 years of aviation leadership, including roles at Kuwait’s DGCA and Kuwait Airways.

Spirit Airlines appoints airline industry leader Dave Davis as President and CEO

 

DANIA BEACH, FLA. – Spirit Aviation Holdings, Inc., parent company of Spirit Airlines, LLC, announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Dave Davis as President and Chief Executive Officer and a member of the Board, effective April 21, 2025. Mr. Davis joins Spirit from Sun Country Airlines where he served as President and Chief Financial Officer and member of the Board of Directors.

Mandarin Oriental announces the appointment of new Chief People & Culture Officer

 

HONG KONG – Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group announce the appointment of ShaoWei Ong as Chief People & Culture Officer, effective 17 March 2025. ShaoWei will report directly to the Group Chief Executive, Laurent Kleitman and join both the Executive Committee and the Group Leadership Team, reflecting the Group’s commitment to placing its people at the heart of its operations. Amanda Hyndman, who has held the dual roles of Chief People & Culture Officer and Chief Operating Officer, will now focus fully on her responsibilities as COO.

WDA appoints Patrick Kruger as hospitality practice principal

William Duff Architects (WDA) has named Patrick Kruger as the new leader of its hospitality practice. Partnering closely with Managing Principal William Duff and Associate Principal Jonathan Tsurui, Kruger will help drive the practice’s growth into boutique hospitality and resort lodging.

Highgate appoints VP leadership to Hawaii portfolio

 

HONOLULU, HI – Highgate, a leading hotel management, investment and development company, announce the appointments of celebrated hospitality leaders, Randy Diamond and Angela Nolan who will serve as Vice Presidents of its expanding portfolio across the Hawaii region.

VisitBritain announces new appointments to drive growth in tourism to Britain

 

NEW YORK, NY – VisitBritain, the national tourism agency for Great Britain, has announced two new appointments in the United States (U.S.) to strengthen its trade and media engagement in market, driving growth in tourism to Britain and across more of its nations and regions.

Capella Hotel Group Unveils Bold Leadership Appointments to Propel Global Expansion Across Asia’s Luxury Destinations, Including Capella Taipei, Capella Bangkok, Patina Maldives, and Capella Hanoi

Capella Hotel Group has unveiled a series of strategic leadership appointments across its prestigious properties in Asia and the Maldives. These appointments mark a pivotal step in the group’s ongoing global expansion and reinforce its dedication to delivering world-class luxury hospitality.

Davidson Hospitality Group Strengthens Leadership Team with Key Appointments to Propel Growth and Operational Excellence in the Hospitality Industry

 Davidson Hospitality Group, a leading hospitality management company, has announced two significant appointments aimed at bolstering its leadership team. Brad Barnett has been named Senior Vice President of Sales for the company’s lifestyle operating division, Pivot, while Michael Yousif has been promoted to Senior Vice President of Acquisitions & Business Development. These strategic moves come at a crucial time for the company as it continues to expand its footprint in the highly competitive hospitality industry.

Frenchman’s Reef announces new appointments to Executive Steering Committee

 

ST. THOMAS, U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – Frenchman’s Reef, the Caribbean vacation destination encompassing The Westin Beach Resort & Spa and Morningstar Buoy Haus Beach Resort, Autograph Collection, announces a new executive steering committee including Martin Smith (Managing Director), Andrew Haas (Vice President, Commercial Services), and Maria Vilchez (General Manager, Buoy Haus Beach Resort).

THE ANGUILLA TOURIST BOARD ANNOUNCES TWO NEW APPOINTMENTS TO THEIR BOARD OF DIRECTORS

 

Mrs. Melisha Maccow-Niles

 Ms. Calla Gumb

The Valley, Anguilla, October 28, 2024:  The Anguilla Tourist Board (ATB) is pleased to announce two new appointments to the organization’s Board of Directors.   Mrs. Melisha Maccow-Niles was appointed as the new Chairperson of the Board, and Ms. Calla Gumbs was designated as a new Board Member.  Both appointments were made by the Hon. Haydn Hughes, Minister of Infrastructure, Communications, Housing, Utilities and Tourism for Anguilla. 

New appointments Star Alliance Management team firmly focused on seamless customer experience

 

Star Alliance firmed up its key management appointments aimed at further enhancing its strategic focus on a seamless experience for member airline customers as they benefit from the Star Alliance network.

New CEO and Chair to lead ATTA

 LONDON – The African Travel & Tourism Association (ATTA) announced the appointment of two respected industry stalwarts to key leadership positions, marking a significant step in the organisation’s evolution. As the organisation’s first African female CEO, Kgomotso Ramothea, takes the reins with a vision to further expand the continent’s largest tourism network.

CTO ANNOUNCES NEW ALLIED BOARD OF DIRECTORS

 

BRIDGETOWN, Barbados (September 13, 2024) – The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) announces the election of its new Allied Board of Directors.

 

The newly elected board members include:

 

• William “Billy” Griffith, Managing Director of WCG Consulting Ltd 
• Casey Davy, CEO of Breeze Travel Solutions
• Beverley Nicholson Doty, CEO of Figment Design
• Claudine Pohl, Founder & CEO of Lemoneight
• Danny Cohanpour, CEO & Founder of Trove Tourism Development Advisors

Twenty Four Seven Hotels grows executive team

 

Brian Hughes

Third-party hospitality management company Twenty Four Seven Hotels has named Brian Hughes EVP, business development and promoted Damien Abrams to VP, lifestyle brands. The executive team expansion is a part of the company’s strategic plan for further growth into new markets and segments.