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The NEOM Talent Exodus – Luxury Hospitality Leadership Defections as of February 2026 + Strategic Recommendations & Anticipated General Manager- & C-Suite Job Opportunities in Dubai, Saudi Arabia and
Subject: Strategic Talent Realignment in Middle East Luxury Hospitality: The NEOM Paradigm Shift – A Premium Intelligence Report Executive Summary As of the first quarter of 2026, the Middle East's luxury hospitality sector is undergoing a strategic realignment of human capital of historic proportions, fundamentally reconfiguring the competitive landscape. The migration of elite leadership from established global brands to Saudi Arabia's gigaprojects, particularly NEOM, has

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New Global Management Update from Hilton (4)
Read more here - Hotel Management Global Outlook Link Small Tip To Landing Good Senior-Level Hotel Management Positions in 2026 Many of our members have remained with us since the inception of our job lead service seven years ago. They continue to renew their memberships, staying on board even after securing new positions, and for good reason. Daily, our editors dispatch bulletins detailing new job vacancies, projects, and industry shifts, including hotel launches, expansions

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Global Hotel Industry Outlook 2026: Key Insights from STR, McKinsey, Deloitte, CBRE, Amadeus & WTTC (February, 2026)
Discover the must-know insights shaping global hospitality in 2026! Leading Hoteliers Network's Editor Team has provided a short exclusive synthesis of the latest verified reports from STR, McKinsey, Deloitte, CBRE, Amadeus and WTTC, which reveals the key trends every hotel leader needs to navigate tomorrow's complex landscape. As of February, 2026 the global hotel industry demonstrates strategic growth, with STR confirming sustained occupancy and a 4-5% RevPAR increase drive

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Global Hotel GM Salary Benchmark: The General Manager Compensation Report - New Updates
What are the real salary benchmarks for top hospitality leaders in today’s competitive hotel market? LHN's 2026 General Manager Salary Survey reveals the compensation trends redefining luxury hotel leadership worldwide. Drawing on verified industry data, we analyze base salaries, location premiums, and performance incentives across major hotel groups- exposing where executive pay is surging and why. Discover which markets command 25%+ salary advantages, how ownership structur

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2026 General Manager Salary Survey - Which Hotel Groups Pay the Highest General Manager Salaries - Global Outlook - February Update
The role of a General Manager (GM) in the hospitality industry is one of the most demanding yet rewarding positions. Salaries vary significantly based on factors like hotel brand, location, property size, and performance metrics. However, some hotel groups are known for offering higher compensation packages than others. Leading Hoteliers Network's Editor Team has produced an interesting article and report, where we analyze which luxury and premium hotel chains pay the highest

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New Article: Mandarin Oriental - Exciting updates, offering leadership perspectives, highlights of its impressive track record, details on new hotel openings, and much more to anticipate
Read more here (new updates) . Key Regions of Interest (Premium Member Access) >> Australia As Australia transitions from its peak season into the first quarter of 2026, the hotel sector is positioned for sustained strong performance, underpinned by major international events, recovering corporate travel, and strategic market advantages. Based on verified 2026 industry forecasts from JLL, Colliers, and aviation analysts, this period will .... Continue reading (Premium M

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New Hotel Management Video Interviews & Podcasts - Be inspired! (Premium Members)
The video library is abundant with inspiration, insights, and the latest news from key industry locations, with a focus on leading luxury hotels and resorts - Each week, the professional editors at Leading Hoteliers Network curate exclusive videos and podcasts featuring esteemed C-Suite leaders and distinguished general managers from premier luxury hotels worldwide.... Discover a handpicked collection of direct-source videos and podcasts providing inspiring insights into best

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The Hidden Market for Hotel General Managers: Global Openings Across Elite Brands
A notable wave of luxury hotel openings is reshaping the global hospitality landscape, making this a pivotal moment for senior leaders to evaluate new General Manager career opportunities. With multiple high-profile launches scheduled throughout Q1 & Q2 2026 across Australia, Greater China, Southeast Asia, the Middle East and Africa (MEA), Europe, North America, the Caribbean, and Latin America , demand for seasoned executive talent is accelerating. Leadership at the Core of

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The Rosewood Mandate: Your Leadership Role in a Portfolio Redefined by Real Estate - Why the GM / MD role is now more strategic- and more complex than ever
Rosewood Hotel Group 2026 & Beyond: The Strategic Evolution from Hotelier to Luxury Lifestyle Asset Developer - For a General Manager evaluating a senior leadership role, Rosewood's trajectory post-2025 reveals a deliberate and sophisticated evolution. The group is no longer scaling a collection of distinctive hotels; it is executing a dual-engine strategy to become a premier luxury lifestyle real estate developer.

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USA's Luxury Hotel GM Shake-Up: The $500,000 Talent War is On
For top-tier General Managers, the North American ultra-luxury landscape has become a seller's market. As we embark on February 2026, a convergence of landmark hotel openings, high-profile retirements, and intense new capital investment has created a defining moment for leadership talent. The balance of power is shifting, and for GMs with proven prowess, the rewards have never been greater.

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Great Leadership at Mandarin Oriental Savoy, Zurich
INSPIRATION: Located on Zurich’s exclusive “Paradeplatz” – the city’s most fashionable address – Mandarin Oriental Savoy, Zurich will revitalise the oldest grand hotel in Zurich first established in 1838. This iconic landmark takes its coveted place alongside high-end boutiques, the historic town, and a charming promenade leading to Lake Zurich. The 80 meticulously redesigned rooms and suites are a haven of luxury and comfort. Guests can indulge in a remarkable culinary e

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Unique Opportunity Has Arisen: Brand New General Manager Job Lead - Prestigious 5* Ultra-Luxury Hotel (505 Keys)- Award-Winning International Luxury Hotel Group - Europe, Prime Location
This flagship luxury property represents a prominent address within a global premium hospitality portfolio. The General Manager will lead a complex, high-visibility operation in a vibrant European market, balancing brand stewardship, ownership partnership, commercial performance, and people leadership at the highest level. The hotel group seeks an experienced luxury hotel leader with strong executive presence, commercial acumen, and the emotional intelligence required to guid

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Hyatt Announces Thomas J. Pritzker Retires as Executive Chairman and Will Not Seek Re-Election to Board of Directors; Mark S. Hoplamazian Assumes Combined Role of Chairman of the Board and CEO
Hyatt Hotels Corporation ("Hyatt," "the Company," "we," "us," or "our") (NYSE: H) today announced that Thomas J. Pritzker, Executive Chairman of the Board of Directors, has informed the Board that he will retire as Executive Chairman, effective immediately, and will not seek re-election to the Board of Directors at Hyatt’s upcoming Annual Meeting of Stockholders in May. The Board has appointed Mark S. Hoplamazian, Hyatt’s President and Chief Executive Officer, to succeed Mr.

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Noteworthy Hotel General Manager- & C-Suite Job Leads in Latin America & The Caribbean - Monday, 16.02.2026:
Vice President Operations– 5* Luxury hotels & resorts portfolio – Dominican Republic General Manager – 5* Luxury beachfront resort – Cancun (Quintana Roo), Mexico General Manager – 5* Luxury beachfront resort – Cancun (Quintana Roo), Mexico General Manager – 5* Luxury lifestyle urban resort – San Juan, Puerto Rico General Manager – 5* Ultra-luxury beachfront resort – Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands Area General Manager – 5* Luxury Caribbean beachfront resort – Barbados Vice Pres

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A worldwide overview of top hotel management news, insights, and reports from January and February 2026
Global roundup of hotel management news, insights, and reports from January and February 2026

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Noteworthy General Manager- & C-Suite Job Leads in the United States & Canada - Monday, 16.02.2026:
Top General Manager and Vice President of Operations job opportunities in the United States and Canada

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Why the World’s Top Hotel Leaders Choose Leading Hoteliers Network
What sets Leading Hoteliers Network apart is its deep understanding of the luxury hospitality landscape For eight years, Leading Hoteliers Network has been the trusted partner of the most renowned General Managers and C-suite leaders in luxury hospitality. The reason is simple: no other platform delivers more high-caliber job leads and career opportunities for elite hotel professionals. The industry’s top talent relies on Leading Hoteliers Network because it provides exclusi

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Noteworthy Hotel CEO- & Managing Director job opportunities available worldwide this week:
Managing Director – Flagship Integrated Resort Destination | Hawaii, United States A senior executive leadership role overseeing one of the largest mixed-use leisure hospitality destinations in its region. The position carries full operational and commercial accountability across rooms, extensive F&B outlets, retail, leisure programming, and large-scale group demand. Requires proven capability managing complex, high-volume resort environments with strong owner alignment and b

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5 x General Manager job leads (New) - Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts
Go directly to new leads - click here Kind regards The TEAM at LEADING HOTELIERS NETWORK / JOB LEAD-SERVICE RETURNING MEMBERS - ENROLL - Click here NEW MEMBERS - ENROLL - Direct link - Click here

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The €400,000+ General Manager Salary Benchmark: How Europe’s Luxury Hotels Are Redefining GM Value
A leadership revolution is quietly transforming Europe's most exclusive hotels — and redefining what it means to lead in luxury. Europe’s luxury hotel landscape is facing a defining moment. A surge of high-profile retirements, landmark hotel launches, and shifting owner expectations has ignited a fierce and silent competition for elite General Managers — one where compensation, influence, and autonomy are reaching historic heights. .. ... Continue reading (Premium Members O

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Uncovering the Unseen: General Manager Opportunities at World-Class Hotels
With several of the world's most prestigious hotels announcing openings, now is an exciting time to explore new General Manager career opportunities. This is particularly relevant with multiple new hotel launches scheduled in Q1 2026 across diverse regions like Australia, Greater China, Southeast Asia, the Middle East and Africa (MEA), Europe, North America, the Caribbean, and Latin America. Exceptional leadership is the backbone of the hospitality sector. Experienced General

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Aman Hotels & Resorts Ultra-Luxury Hospitality Expansion and Executive Leadership: A 2026 Report on New Openings & New General Manager Opportunities
Aman 2026 & Beyond: The Definitive Guide to Forthcoming Sanctuaries In the rarefied world of ultra-luxury hospitality, no name commands as much quiet reverence as Aman. Synonymous with secluded sanctuaries, architectural mastery, and profoundly discreet service, Aman’s expansion pipeline is not merely a list of new hotels; it is a global blueprint for the future of exclusive, experience-driven living. For senior hotel leaders, investors, and real estate developers, understand

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6 x General Manager job leads (New) - InterContinental - Global Outlook
General Manager - InterContinental General Manager - InterContinental General Manager - InterContinental General Manager - InterContinental General Manager - InterContinental General Manager - InterContinental ALL IN ONE PLACE. IT 'S SO MUCH EASIER... Also, see Noteworthy General Manager job leads in following regions: >> Go directly to the SOUTH EAST ASIA GM job leads - Click here >> Go directly to the GREAT CHINA GM job leads - Click here >> Go directly to t

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Minor Hotels Delivers 32% Profit Growth
Dillip Rajakarier, Group CEO of Minor International (SET:MINT), the parent company of Minor Hotels: The quality of our growth is becoming as important as the pace of our growth. By expanding through management and franchise partnerships while retaining a disciplined ownership position, we are pursuing an asset-right approach that supports earnings resilience. Together with strong system-wide demand, this helped deliver a record year of profit in 2025 and positions us well for

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