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JW Marriott Unveils Plans for The Ocean Cliffs at Dana Point, a JW Marriott Resort Following a Multi-Million-Dollar Transformation
IHG Hotels & Resorts expands partnership with Urban Property Group through two landmark NSW signings
Goeun Lee Named Resort Manager At Four Seasons Resort Bali At Jimbaran Bay

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52 minutes ago2 min read


Meliá Hotels International Ranked the World’s Third Most Trusted Travel Company for the Third Consecutive Year by Newsweek and Statista
Gabriel Escarrer, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Meliá Hotels International: "Being recognised for the third consecutive year is a source of great pride for everyone at Meliá. Trust is earned through consistency and commitment over time, and this distinction acknowledges not only the dedication of our teams but also the principles that have guided Meliá since its founding...

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17 hours ago3 min read


New Exciting STR Reports (4)
... Read reports with our editors' comments here HOTEL LEADERSHIP WEEKLY REPORT SUMMARY PREMIUM MEMBER PRIVILEGES – WEEKLY REPORT SUMMARY Leading Hoteliers Network Premium Members enjoy exclusive access to a curated weekly hotel industry research digest, designed to streamline your workflow and ensure comprehensive market awareness. Our editorial team aggregates critical insights and reports from leading global analysts, including McKinsey & Company, PwC, CoStar, STR, Lodging

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17 hours ago1 min read


Marriott International and Someraroad Unveil Plans for The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Brooklyn Heights, Marking the Brand’s Brooklyn Debut and Transformation of a Storied Landmark
Dana Jacobsohn, Marriott International Chief Development Officer Global Mixed-Use and Luxury, U.S. & Canada. “A fitting match for a brand renowned for timeless elegance, Brooklyn Heights is defined by its unique blend of historic charm and contemporary culture, and it is the perfect destination to mark the 50th standalone residence in the brand’s global development portfolio.”

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18 hours ago4 min read


Kempinski Hotels Report: Current Properties, Future Openings, Development and Key Challenges - From Asset-Light to Asset-Heavier: Kempinski's Strategic Repositioning in 2026/27
Kempinski Hotels, Europe's oldest luxury hotel group, enters the autumn of 2026 in the midst of a deliberate and far-reaching strategic transformation. Founded in 1897 by Berthold Kempinski, the company has spent well over a century building a reputation for European grandeur, operating grand hotels in some of the world's most storied addresses. Yet the Kempinski of September 2026 is not content to rest on its heritage. Under the leadership of Chief Executive Officer Barbara

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19 hours ago18 min read


Bulgari Hotels & Resorts: Portfolio, Pipeline, and Strategic Position. A Status Report on Operations, Development, and Brand Strategy - September 2026
Bulgari Hotels & Resorts operates as the hospitality extension of Bvlgari, the Roman jeweler founded in 1884 and now part of LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton. The collection translates the maison's distinctive aesthetic—bold Italian design, precious materials, and meticulous craftsmanship—into a deliberately small portfolio of ultra-luxury hotels and resorts. As of September 2026, the brand maintains nine operating properties across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, with a c

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20 hours ago20 min read


Belmond in 2026/27 Report: The Quiet Power of Strategic Restraint - Inside Belmond's Blueprint for Cultivating Hospitality's Rarest Leaders
Belmond, the LVMH-owned collection of 43 properties across 24 countries, has built its competitive advantage not through scale but through strategic restraint. While competitors pursue asset-light expansion, Belmond invests capital in deepening its existing portfolio — renovating heritage icons rather than signing management contracts. This discipline has created a portfolio of irreplaceable assets that cannot be replicated through capital alone...

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23 hours ago21 min read


Hilton Signs 10 Spark by Hilton Hotels as UK Growth Gathers Pace
Paul Blackmore, vice president, development, UK & Ireland, Hilton, said: “These signings underline the strength of demand for Spark by Hilton we are seeing from owners across the UK. With nearly 700 rooms in the pipeline, including the brand's first hotel in Wales, Spark continues to gain momentum as owners recognize the strength of its value proposition and its ability to meet the needs of today's travelers.”

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1 day ago5 min read


New Management Updates from Hilton (3)
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2 days ago1 min read


Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok Welcomes Paul Jones as General Manager
Jones brings more than three decades of hospitality experience spanning Europe, the Middle East and Asia. Prior to joining Mandarin Oriental, he served as General Manager of The Oberoi Rajvilas and The Oberoi Vanyavilas in Rajasthan. Earlier in his career, he held a variety of leadership positions in the Middle East and London.

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2 days ago3 min read


Kempinski Announces The Launch of New Property in Dubai
Kempinski Announces The Launch of New Property in Dubai - Read more here Go directly to new GM job leads - Click here Kempinski to generate a wave of new openings in 2026-2027 - “Kempinski’s heritage of timeless luxury is unique, and the opportunity now is to pair that heritage with performance-driven operating and asset strategies,” said Paul Lonergan, Chief Operating and Asset Management Officer to Drive Strategic Shift in Performance.... Kempinski Hotels is driving its glo

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2 days ago8 min read


General Manager Job Lead - New Prestigious Landmark 5* Ultra-Luxury Resort (80 Keys) - Best-in-Class Luxury Hotel Group - MEA, Prime location
Here is a General Manager opportunity, which does not come around very often.
Your experience will ideally include:
A successful track record as General Manager of a recognized luxury hotel or resort.
Significant pre-opening, repositioning, or major transformation experience.
Experience leading a complex resort operation incorporating villas, residences, or mixed-use elements.
Strong owner-management capability, supported by transparent communication and sound commercial j

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2 days ago2 min read


Weekly Global Hotel Leadership Report - Report Date: September 14, 2026
The past week in global hospitality has delivered an extraordinary convergence of landmark openings, strategic partnerships, loyalty innovations, and workplace recognition across every major region. Dorchester Collection appointed Tristan Delaittre as General Manager of Hotel Eden in Rome, effective October 1, 2026, bringing more than seven years of senior leadership experience within the company to one of the Eternal City's most prestigious addresses. Hilton was named Asia's

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2 days ago20 min read


Why the World’s Top Hotel Leaders Are Joining This Network (Even When They Aren’t Job Hunting)
Discover why elite General Managers and C-Suite executives rely on the Leading Hoteliers Network for career intelligence and market insights—even when they are perfectly happy in their current role.

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3 days ago3 min read


Germany's Hotel Industry Report: The September Rebound, the Quality Divide, and the Margin Squeeze
Germany's hotel industry in September 2026 stands at a critical juncture, navigating the tension between record-breaking demand and persistent structural margin pressure. The market has demonstrated remarkable resilience in volume terms, with overnight stays reaching 282.1 million from January through July, surpassing pre-pandemic 2019 levels. National occupancy rose to 65.5% during the first half of 2026, supported by 36.4 million international overnight stays -6. However, t

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3 days ago25 min read


Global Hotel Industry Outlook 2026: Verified Real-World Data and Strategic Insights from STR, McKinsey, Deloitte, Amadeus, WTTC, HVS, Lodging Econometrics, PwC, CBRE, and JLL as of 13.09.2026:
The global hotel industry as of September 13, 2026 is navigating a landscape of strategic consolidation, where resilient travel demand and record investment volumes coexist with moderating revenue growth in mature markets, structurally elevated operating costs, and widening regional divergence driven by geopolitical disruption. Analysis of the latest verified data from leading authorities including STR, McKinsey, Deloitte, Amadeus, the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), H

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3 days ago20 min read


The GM Spotlight: Key Leadership Appointments from the Past Week - September 13, 2026
The past week has delivered a remarkable array of General Manager and Managing Director appointments across the global hospitality landscape, spanning the iconic harbour of Sydney and the glamour of Monte-Carlo, from luxury resorts in Mauritius and Malaysia to landmark properties across the United States, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. These leadership transitions reflect the industry's ongoing commitment to placing seasoned, visionary leaders at the helm to navigate new

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3 days ago6 min read


Kempinski Hotels renews its push for top talent again this week, listing new General Manager job opportunities
Go directly to new GM job leads - Click here Kempinski to generate a wave of new openings in 2026-2027 - “Kempinski’s heritage of timeless luxury is unique, and the opportunity now is to pair that heritage with performance-driven operating and asset strategies,” said Paul Lonergan, Chief Operating and Asset Management Officer to Drive Strategic Shift in Performance.... Kempinski Hotels is driving its global expansion with significant momentum, supported by a strong pipeline a

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4 days ago8 min read


EHL Group announces leadership transition and appoints Achim Schmitt as the next CEO
Over the past years, EHL has significantly strengthened its position as the global benchmark in hospitality and business education. Under Markus Venzin's leadership, the institution sharpened its strategic direction, reinforcing its Swiss and international presence and achieving major quality recognitions with the AACSB accreditation and BCorp certification. EHL further strengthened its unique offering with the creation of the School of Practical Arts, providing students and

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4 days ago4 min read


Luxury Expansion and Lifestyle Momentum: How Hilton Is Building Its Next Growth Chapter
Key strategic pillars observed: geographic pipeline expansion across Europe, the Middle East, Asia Pacific, and Latin America; lifestyle and luxury brand acceleration through Curio, Tapestry, LXR, Canopy, Motto, and Signia; food and beverage innovation as a brand differentiator; workplace culture and human capital leadership; and the ongoing evolution of wellness and fitness programming within the Signia brand.

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4 days ago16 min read
11 x Cluster General Manager job leads available worldwide, listed on the Fast Track This Week:
Cluster General Manager – Lifestyle & Upscale Hotel Portfolio (4–5) | Mexico City, Mexico - A senior cluster leadership opportunity overseeing two complementary lifestyle and upscale hotels in Mexico City. The role requires strong multi-property operational leadership, commercial discipline, financial accountability, and the ability to build a consistent service culture across distinct urban assets

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4 days ago5 min read


The ASEAN Momentum – A Strategic Intelligence Report on Ultra-Luxury and Five-Star GM & C-Suite Opportunities Across Southeast Asia
For experienced General Managers and C-suite luxury hotel leaders, the Southeast Asian market in September 2026 presents an unparalleled combination of opportunity, compensation, and lifestyle. The region's beaches, jungles, reefs, and cities remain among the world's most desirable destinations. The leaders selected for the roles identified above will shape the future of ultra-luxury hospitality across this dynamic region for the coming decade.

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4 days ago16 min read


New Management Updates from Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts (2)
.... Read more here (paying members only) / Become member here FOR PREMIUM MEMBERS: Anticipated Global General Manager & C-Suite Opportunities at Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts - 2026 Leadership Outlook Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts stands at an inflection point of global expansion and generational leadership transition, poised to execute the most ambitious growth cycle in its storied history. Verified data from the company's year-end disclosures and industry analysts indi

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4 days ago5 min read
Dorchester Collection appoints new General Manager of Hotel Eden, Rome
Commenting on his appointment, Delaittre said: "I am honored to take on the role of general manager at Hotel Eden. Throughout my time with Dorchester Collection, I have admired the hotel's distinctive character, rich heritage, and remarkable team. Rome is enjoying an exciting period of growth as a global luxury destination, and Hotel Eden continues to set the standard for exceptional hospitality in the city. I look forward to working alongside our talented colleagues to build

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5 days ago3 min read
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