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The GM Spotlight: Key Leadership Appointments from the Past Week - June 24, 2026

Insights for the Leading Hoteliers Network | June 24, 2026

The past week has delivered a remarkable array of General Manager and Managing Director appointments across the global hospitality landscape, spanning the pristine shores of Hawaii and the Caribbean, from luxury resorts in Malaysia and Thailand to iconic properties across Europe, the Middle East, and the United States. These leadership transitions reflect the industry's ongoing commitment to placing seasoned, visionary leaders at the helm to navigate new openings, brand expansions, property transformations, and the ever-evolving expectations of today's discerning travelers..... Continue reading (Members Only) - Unlock Advantages with a LHN Membership - Read more here


Europe: New Leadership Across France, the United Kingdom, and the United States


In France, Brach Paris has appointed Gilles Bontems as General Manager. Bringing with him a career built within some of the most prestigious names in luxury hospitality, Bontems joins the Evok Collection property to further its development.... Continue reading (Members Only) - Unlock Advantages with a LHN Membership - Read more here


In the United Kingdom, Lucknam Park Hotel & Spa, Emblems Collection, has appointed a new General Manager, bringing fresh leadership to this historic estate in the Wiltshire countryside. .... Continue reading (Members Only) - Unlock Advantages with a LHN Membership - Read more here


In the United States, The Omni Homestead Resort & Spa has appointed Jacco van Teeffelen as Managing Director. A seasoned hospitality executive with extensive experience leading some of the world's most renowned luxury hotels and resorts, van Teeffelen will oversee all aspects of operations at America's First Resort,.... Continue reading (Members Only) - Unlock Advantages with a LHN Membership - Read more here


In Colorado, Hotel Maverick has appointed Jason Kusel as General Manager. Kusel joins with more than 20 years of experience leading luxury resorts, boutique hotels, golf communities, and food and beverage operations across Colorado..... Continue reading (Members Only) - Unlock Advantages with a LHN Membership - Read more here


Also in Colorado, Brush Creek Ranch has promoted Catherine West to General Manager of Lodge & Spa at Brush Creek Ranch, the award-winning luxury ranch destination in Wyoming's Platte River Valley. .... Continue reading (Members Only) - Unlock Advantages with a LHN Membership - Read more here


In Georgia, JW Marriott Atlanta Downtown has appointed Amanda Joiner as General Manager. This role marks Joiner's return to Atlanta, where she first began her career in luxury hospitality more than 30 years ago, bringing her extensive experience to the city's newest modern luxury offering..... Continue reading (Members Only) - Unlock Advantages with a LHN Membership - Read more here


In New York, 33 Hotel New York City Seaport has appointed Adam Modica as General Manager. Modica brings his extensive experience in boutique hospitality to this 66-key property in the heart of the historic South Street Seaport neighborhood..... Continue reading (Members Only) - Unlock Advantages with a LHN Membership - Read more here


In Virginia, The Omni Homestead Resort & Spa has appointed Jacco van Teeffelen as Managing Director, overseeing all aspects of operations at America's oldest resort..... Continue reading (Members Only) - Unlock Advantages with a LHN Membership - Read more here


Middle East and Africa: Strategic Leadership in Saudi Arabia and Egypt


In Saudi Arabia, W Riyadh – KAFD has appointed Fares Daghlas as General Manager. Bringing over two decades of luxury hospitality experience across the Middle East, Daghlas joins W Riyadh – KAFD at an exciting time as the newly opened hotel begins to shape a new era of lifestyle hospitality in the Kingdom. His appointment signals W Hotels' commitment to delivering bold, design-led experiences in one of the region's most dynamic cities..... Continue reading (Members Only) - Unlock Advantages with a LHN Membership - Read more here


In Egypt, Minor Hotels has named Tamer Khedr as Managing Director for Egypt Expansion, reinforcing the company's commitment to growth in one of North Africa's most important hospitality markets. Khedr brings his extensive experience in the region to this strategic role, where he will drive the company's expansion plans across Egypt..... Continue reading (Members Only) - Unlock Advantages with a LHN Membership - Read more here


Asia Pacific and Indian Subcontinent: Strategic Leadership Across Japan, Malaysia, Thailand, and India


In Japan, Four Seasons Hotel Osaka has appointed Gianni Costa as General Manager, ushering in an exciting new chapter for the property. Costa brings his extensive experience in luxury hospitality to this iconic Japanese property, where he will oversee all aspects of operations and guest experiences at one of the brand's most important properties in Asia..... Continue reading (Members Only) - Unlock Advantages with a LHN Membership - Read more here


In Malaysia, Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas has named Hervé Duboscq as General Manager. Duboscq brings his extensive experience in luxury resort operations to this stunning property on Malaysia's east coast, where he will focus on strengthening the resort's position as a premier destination for discerning travelers..... Continue reading (Members Only) - Unlock Advantages with a LHN Membership - Read more here


In Thailand, Avani+ Hua Hin Resort has appointed a new General Manager, bringing fresh leadership to this stylish beachfront property on Thailand's Gulf Coast. The appointment reflects Minor Hotels' continued commitment to excellence at this popular resort destination..... Continue reading (Members Only) - Unlock Advantages with a LHN Membership - Read more here


In India, two Accor properties in Mumbai have appointed a new Cluster General Manager, strengthening the company's leadership in one of India's most important hospitality markets. The appointment reflects Accor's commitment to operational excellence and strategic growth across its Indian portfolio..... Continue reading (Members Only) - Unlock Advantages with a LHN Membership - Read more here


North America and Caribbean: A Wealth of Leadership from Hawaii to Puerto Rico, Wyoming to the Bahamas


In Hawaii, Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa has appointed Kaleo Kenui as General Manager. Kenui brings nearly three decades of hospitality leadership experience across full-service resorts and Marriott Select Brand properties to the first resort built in Kā'anapali.... Continue reading (Members Only) - Unlock Advantages with a LHN Membership - Read more here


In Puerto Rico, Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve Puerto Rico has appointed Morty Valldejuli as Managing Director. Having spent over two decades leading branded and independent properties across the Caribbean and the United States, Valldejuli's arrival is a homecoming, as he spent many of his formative years in Puerto Rico..... Continue reading (Members Only) - Unlock Advantages with a LHN Membership - Read more here


In the Bahamas, Tiamo Beach Resort & Spa has appointed Romie Morris as General Manager. Morris brings his extensive experience in eco-luxury hospitality to this pristine island retre.... Continue reading (Members Only) - Unlock Advantages with a LHN Membership - Read more here


In the Turks and Caicos Islands, Andaz Turks & Caicos at Grace Bay has appointed Matt Skaletsky as General Manager, bringing his extensive experience in luxury hospitality to the brand's first Caribbean property..... Continue reading (Members Only) - Unlock Advantages with a LHN Membership - Read more here


Pre-Opening and Transitional Leadership

Several appointments signal major transitions and new chapters on the horizon. Gianni Costa at Four Seasons Hotel Osaka takes the helm at one of the brand's most important Asian properties. Fares Daghlas at W Riyadh – KAFD guides a newly opened property as it shapes a new era of lifestyle hospitality in Saudi Arabia. Hervé Duboscq at Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas leads a stunning Malaysian beachfront property. Kaleo Kenui at Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa guides a storied Hawaiian property into its next chapter..... Continue reading (Members Only) - Unlock Advantages with a LHN Membership - Read more here


Jacco van Teeffelen at The Omni Homestead Resort & Spa oversees America's oldest resort, preserving its 260-year legacy while guiding its continued evolution. Amanda Joiner at JW Marriott Atlanta Downtown returns to her roots to lead Atlanta's newest modern luxury offering. Morty Valldejuli at Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve Puerto Rico returns to the island of his youth to lead a premier Caribbean resort..... Continue reading (Members Only) - Unlock Advantages with a LHN Membership - Read more here


Romie Morris at Tiamo Beach Resort & Spa brings his eco-luxury expertise to one of the Bahamas' most sustainable destinations, while Jason Kusel at Hotel Maverick brings his Colorado resort expertise to this Grand Junction property..... Continue reading (Members Only) - Unlock Advantages with a LHN Membership - Read more here


Looking Ahead

From the pristine shores of Hawaii and the Caribbean to the luxury resorts of Malaysia and Thailand, from the iconic elegance of Brach Paris to the historic grandeur of The Omni Homestead Resort, from the vibrant energy of Saudi Arabia's W Riyadh to the sustainable luxury of Tiamo Beach Resort, these General Manager and Managing Director appointments represent a carefully orchestrated global movement of talent. For the Leading Hoteliers Network, these changes offer valuable insight into the strategic priorities of the world's top hotel brands: a focus on seasoned leadership, deep operational expertise, internal talent development, and the ability to steward both iconic landmarks and exciting new properties into a successful future.

As these leaders step into their new roles—whether guiding a Hawaiian icon, opening a new chapter at a Parisian landmark, leading a Malaysian beachfront resort, or overseeing America's oldest resort—they bring with them the experience, vision, and commitment to excellence that will shape the next chapter of hospitality around the world.... Continue reading (Members Only) - Unlock Advantages with a LHN Membership - Read more here

 

 

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