The North American Growth Trajectory – A Strategic Intelligence Report on Ultra-Luxury and Five-Star GM & C-Suite Opportunities Across the United States and Canada

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Executive Briefing – A Market of Upgraded Forecasts and Luxury Dominance

The outlook for General Manager and C-Suite job opportunities in North American ultra-luxury hospitality remains exceptionally strong for the remainder of 2026 and beyond. The verified openings in California, Hawaii, Florida, New York, Texas, and Canada represent some of the most desirable leadership positions on the continent. The record pipeline of 103 luxury projects ensures continued demand for leadership talent. Industry analysts forecast a total of 661 new hotels to open by year-end 2026, with an additional 738 new hotels expected in 2027 and 832 new hotels in 2028. Each of these properties will require General Managers, Hotel Managers, and Directors of Sales and Marketing.

As of August 28, 2026, the Leading Hoteliers Network has completed a comprehensive verification of every significant General Manager and C-Suite opening across the United States and Canada. For our members who lead the world's most distinguished five-star and ultra-luxury hotels and resorts, this report is your strategic briefing. The following analysis focuses exclusively on the luxury and ultra-luxury tiers. Complete posting details, including ownership backgrounds, compensation packages, and direct application links, are available behind our member login.

What our scouting team has identified across North America this month is a market defined by significantly upgraded forecasts, record-breaking luxury pipeline growth, and persistent operational pressures. CoStar and STR raised their full-year 2026 U.S. RevPAR growth forecast to 4.4 percent, up from 2.8 percent in June, driven by a record number of room nights sold in the first half of the year. The U.S. hotel industry sold a record 11.4 million more room nights compared with 2025, while room revenue climbed by more than $5.4 billion. The luxury chain scale reached a record-high 103 projects with 25,496 rooms, up 12 percent in projects and 21 percent in rooms year-over-year. For the discerning five-star hotel leader, North America continues to offer exceptional opportunities amidst a bifurcated market where luxury and upper-upscale properties significantly outperform lower tiers..... Continue reading (All Paying Members) - Continue Access Full Report & Detailed Forecast & More (Premium Members Only) - Unlock Exclusive Advantages with a Premium Membership - Read more here

The Upgraded Forecast – Record Demand and Pricing Power

The U.S. hotel industry is performing even better than expected this year. CoStar and Tourism Economics revised their forecast significantly upward for the second time in 2026, now predicting U.S. RevPAR growth of 4.4 percent for the full year, up from the 2.8 percent projection in June. The average daily rate is now expected to rise 3.1 percent, up from 2 percent, while occupancy is projected to reach 63.1 percent, up from 62.8 percent. Demand growth is now forecast at 1.7 percent, comfortably outpacing supply growth of just 0.4 percent.

The outperformance is attributed to stronger leisure and business travel, fueled in part by travel surrounding the FIFA World Cup and America 250 celebrations. During Q2 earnings season, major hotel groups all raised full-year systemwide RevPAR guidance on better-than-expected results, driven in part by U.S. strength. However, weekly data through late August shows RevPAR growth slowing to 4.4 percent as Average Daily Rate growth cooled to 2.3 percent—falling below the inflation rate for the first time since May..... Continue reading (All Paying Members) - Continue Access Full Report & Detailed Forecast & More (Premium Members Only) - Unlock Exclusive Advantages with a Premium Membership - Read more here

The Record Pipeline – 5,975 Projects and Luxury Dominance

At the end of Q2 2026, the U.S. hotel construction pipeline stands at 5,975 projects with 703,001 rooms. Midway through 2026, 1,081 projects comprising 133,216 rooms are under construction. Projects slated to start construction within the next 12 months total 2,147 comprising 245,871 rooms, while early planning stage projects stand at 2,747 projects with 323,914 rooms.

The luxury chain scale reaches a record-high project total with 103 projects and 25,496 rooms, up 12 percent in projects and 21 percent in rooms year-over-year. The upper upscale chain scale also hits a record high, reaching 367 projects and 65,021 rooms. New project announcements in Q2 total 280 projects with 33,423 rooms, up 18 percent in projects and 23 percent in rooms year-over-year.

Conversions hit a record high in Q2, with 1,567 projects and 152,044 rooms in the pipeline, up 15 percent in projects and 18 percent in rooms year-over-year. Together, hotel conversions and renovations represent 2,097 projects and 255,834 rooms, with combined project counts up 7 percent year-over-year. This trend reflects the high cost of new construction and signals that investors are prioritizing asset optimization over ground-up development..... Continue reading (All Paying Members) - Continue Access Full Report & Detailed Forecast & More (Premium Members Only) - Unlock Exclusive Advantages with a Premium Membership - Read more here

The K-Shaped Market – Luxury Outperformance

The U.S. hotel market continues to exhibit a K-shaped recovery, with luxury and upper-upscale properties significantly outperforming lower-tier segments. Luxury properties continue to dominate, with full-year RevPAR growth projected at 5.2 percent. Luxury chains are forecasted for double-digit RevPAR growth in both Q2 and Q3 2026, lifting full-year ADR growth to 5.9 percent. Among luxury and upper upscale chains, transient demand is up 3.0 percent year-to-date, while group demand is up 1.8 percent.

High-income households are driving this outperformance, with travel spending and RevPAR growth remaining concentrated higher on the income ladder. Economy and midscale properties, by contrast, face flat or declining RevPAR amid cost pressures, with economy RevPAR forecasted to decline 0.6 percent despite steady demand. Business transient and group travel account for over half of growth, heavily benefiting tech hubs and AI data center construction markets..... Continue reading (All Paying Members) - Continue Access Full Report & Detailed Forecast & More (Premium Members Only) - Unlock Exclusive Advantages with a Premium Membership - Read more here

City-Level Hotspots – Dallas, Atlanta, Nashville Lead the Pipeline

At the close of Q2 2026, the five markets with the largest hotel construction pipelines are led by Dallas with 183 projects and 22,840 rooms. Atlanta follows with 157 projects and 17,423 rooms, then Nashville with 122 projects and 16,281 rooms, Austin with 116 projects and 13,875 rooms, and Phoenix with 115 projects and 16,136 rooms. Additional markets reaching record-high project and room pipeline totals include Indianapolis with 76 projects, Tampa with 61 projects, St. Louis with 59 projects, and Oahu Island with 11 projects.

As of the end of Q2, five U.S. markets stand out for their active under-construction hotel projects. Dallas leads with 38 projects totaling 4,184 rooms, followed by Phoenix with 31 projects and 4,621 rooms. New York is third with 29 projects comprising 5,811 rooms. Dallas also has the most projects scheduled to start in the next 12 months with 68 projects, followed by Atlanta with 61 projects, Austin with 59 projects, Nashville with 49 projects, and the Inland Empire with 43 projects..... Continue reading (All Paying Members) - Continue Access Full Report & Detailed Forecast & More (Premium Members Only) - Unlock Exclusive Advantages with a Premium Membership - Read more here

2026, 2027, and 2028 New Hotel Openings Forecasts

According to LE analysts, 277 new hotels with 31,416 rooms opened in the U.S. during the first and second quarters of 2026. The LE forecast for the remainder of 2026 includes the opening of another 384 projects with 43,404 rooms, totaling 661 new hotels with 74,820 rooms by year-end for a 1.3 percent growth rate. Looking ahead to 2027, LE analysts anticipate 738 new hotels with 78,909 rooms to open for a 1.4 percent growth rate.

Announcing for the first time, LE's U.S. New Hotel Openings Forecast for 2028 estimates 832 projects with 88,321 rooms to open in the U.S., for a growth rate of 1.5 percent and marking continued growth in the industry.

Phoenix leads the 2026 year-end new hotel openings forecast with 26 projects and 3,615 rooms, followed by New York with 20 projects and 3,079 rooms, Dallas with 20 projects and 2,332 rooms, Inland Empire with 12 projects and 1,024 rooms, and Austin with 11 projects and 1,573 rooms. For 2027, Dallas is forecast to lead new hotel openings with 27 projects, followed by Atlanta with 22 projects, Phoenix with 16 projects, Nashville with 16 projects, and Indianapolis with 15 projects. For 2028, Atlanta leads with 25 projects, followed by Dallas with 19 projects, Saint Louis with 14 projects, Austin with 14 projects, and Memphis with 14 projects..... Continue reading (All Paying Members) - Continue Access Full Report & Detailed Forecast & More (Premium Members Only) - Unlock Exclusive Advantages with a Premium Membership - Read more here

Verified Ultra-Luxury Managing Director and General Manager Opportunities – California and the West Coast

In California, the ultra-luxury market remains exceptionally active. A Managing Director role at a luxury property in Napa has been verified. A General Manager role at a luxury resort in Half Moon Bay has been verified, representing the pinnacle of coastal California luxury. This iconic property requires a leader with expertise in beachfront resort operations, spa revenue generation, and high-net-worth leisure clientele. A General Manager role at an Auberge-branded ultra-luxury property in Napa Valley has been verified, demanding deep expertise in F&B excellence and the management of one of the world's most prestigious wine country destinations. A General Manager role at a Fairmont-branded ultra-luxury resort in Del Mar has been verified, representing another iconic coastal California property..... Continue reading (All Paying Members) - Continue Access Full Report & Detailed Forecast & More (Premium Members Only) - Unlock Exclusive Advantages with a Premium Membership - Read more here

A West Hollywood luxury lifestyle property is seeking a General Manager with a published compensation range of $281,000 to $390,600 annually, plus relocation assistance. This is one of the most competitive luxury lifestyle roles in the Los Angeles market, requiring a leader who understands entertainment industry clientele and high-profile event security. .... Continue reading (All Paying Members) - Continue Access Full Report & Detailed Forecast & More (Premium Members Only) - Unlock Exclusive Advantages with a Premium Membership - Read more here

A General Manager role at a luxury property in Beverly Hills has been verified, representing the ultra-luxury boutique segment of the Los Angeles market. .... Continue reading (All Paying Members) - Continue Access Full Report & Detailed Forecast & More (Premium Members Only) - Unlock Exclusive Advantages with a Premium Membership - Read more here

A General Manager position at a Treehouse-branded property in Silicon Valley is open, requiring fluency in tech-sector guest expectations and lifestyle programming. .... Continue reading (All Paying Members) - Continue Access Full Report & Detailed Forecast & More (Premium Members Only) - Unlock Exclusive Advantages with a Premium Membership - Read more here

A General Manager role at a luxury property in Sacramento has been verified. .... Continue reading (All Paying Members) - Continue Access Full Report & Detailed Forecast & More (Premium Members Only) - Unlock Exclusive Advantages with a Premium Membership - Read more here

A General Manager role at a luxury property in San Francisco has been verified. A General Manager role at a luxury property in Scottsdale has been verified..... Continue reading (All Paying Members) - Continue Access Full Report & Detailed Forecast & More (Premium Members Only) - Unlock Exclusive Advantages with a Premium Membership - Read more here

Verified Ultra-Luxury General Manager Opportunities – Hawaii

Hawaii continues to be the crown jewel of the U.S. luxury resort market, and our scouting team has verified multiple significant openings across the islands. A General Manager role at a Ritz-Carlton-branded ultra-luxury resort on Maui's Kapalua Bay has been verified, representing one of Hawaii's most desirable ultra-luxury beachfront assets. A General Manager role at a Rosewood-branded ultra-luxury residential property in Naples, Florida, has been verified, representing the branded residences segment of the luxury market. A General Manager role at a Westin-branded resort on Maui's Ka'anapali Beach has been verified. A General Manager role at a luxury resort in Hawaii has been verified..... Continue reading (All Paying Members) - Continue Access Full Report & Detailed Forecast & More (Premium Members Only) - Unlock Exclusive Advantages with a Premium Membership - Read more here

Verified Ultra-Luxury General Manager Opportunities – The Northeast Corridor and Florida

In New York, a General Manager role at a luxury flagship hotel has been verified, representing the pinnacle of urban luxury in the United States. This property requires a leader with deep experience in city-center luxury operations, UHNW guest psychology, and the ability to drive rate against the world's most competitive luxury hotel market. .... Continue reading (All Paying Members) - Continue Access Full Report & Detailed Forecast & More (Premium Members Only) - Unlock Exclusive Advantages with a Premium Membership - Read more here

A General Manager role at a One&Only-branded ultra-luxury resort in the Hudson Valley has been verified, representing the newest generation of ultra-luxury development in the New York region. .... Continue reading (All Paying Members) - Continue Access Full Report & Detailed Forecast & More (Premium Members Only) - Unlock Exclusive Advantages with a Premium Membership - Read more here

A General Manager role at a luxury property in New York City has been verified. A General Manager role at a luxury property in Washington, D.C., has been verified. A Director of Operations role at a luxury property in Washington, D.C., has been verified. A General Manager role at a luxury airport property in New York has been verified..... Continue reading (All Paying Members) - Continue Access Full Report & Detailed Forecast & More (Premium Members Only) - Unlock Exclusive Advantages with a Premium Membership - Read more here

In Florida, a Market General Manager role covering two luxury properties in Miami has been verified, representing a portfolio assignment requiring oversight of two iconic beachfront resorts. .... Continue reading (All Paying Members) - Continue Access Full Report & Detailed Forecast & More (Premium Members Only) - Unlock Exclusive Advantages with a Premium Membership - Read more here

A General Manager role at a JW Marriott-branded ultra-luxury resort on Marco Island has been verified, representing the pinnacle of Gulf Coast luxury. .... Continue reading (All Paying Members) - Continue Access Full Report & Detailed Forecast & More (Premium Members Only) - Unlock Exclusive Advantages with a Premium Membership - Read more here

A Managing Director role at a luxury hotel and residences property in Brickell, Miami, has been verified, representing the ultra-luxury condominium-hotel segment in one of Miami's most desirable neighborhoods. .... Continue reading (All Paying Members) - Continue Access Full Report & Detailed Forecast & More (Premium Members Only) - Unlock Exclusive Advantages with a Premium Membership - Read more here

A General Manager role at a luxury property in Key Biscayne has been verified. A Managing Director role at a luxury property in Islamorada has been verified. .... Continue reading (All Paying Members) - Continue Access Full Report & Detailed Forecast & More (Premium Members Only) - Unlock Exclusive Advantages with a Premium Membership - Read more here

A Managing Director role at a luxury property in Miami Beach has been verified. A General Manager role at a luxury property in Cleveland has been verified..... Continue reading (All Paying Members) - Continue Access Full Report & Detailed Forecast & More (Premium Members Only) - Unlock Exclusive Advantages with a Premium Membership - Read more here

Verified Ultra-Luxury General Manager Opportunities – Texas, the Midwest, and the South

In Texas, a General Manager role at a luxury property in Houston has been verified, representing the luxury tier of that market.

A General Manager role at a luxury property in Dallas has been verified. Dallas leads the U.S. pipeline with 183 projects and 22,840 rooms. .... Continue reading (All Paying Members) - Continue Access Full Report & Detailed Forecast & More (Premium Members Only) - Unlock Exclusive Advantages with a Premium Membership - Read more here

A General Manager role at a Loews-branded property in Kansas City has been verified. .... Continue reading (All Paying Members) - Continue Access Full Report & Detailed Forecast & More (Premium Members Only) - Unlock Exclusive Advantages with a Premium Membership - Read more here

A General Manager role at a luxury property in Greenville, South Carolina, has been verified. .... Continue reading (All Paying Members) - Continue Access Full Report & Detailed Forecast & More (Premium Members Only) - Unlock Exclusive Advantages with a Premium Membership - Read more here

A General Manager role at a luxury property in Minnesota has been verified. .... Continue reading (All Paying Members) - Continue Access Full Report & Detailed Forecast & More (Premium Members Only) - Unlock Exclusive Advantages with a Premium Membership - Read more here

A General Manager role at a luxury property in Baltimore has been verified. A General Manager role at a luxury property in Alexandria has been verified. .... Continue reading (All Paying Members) - Continue Access Full Report & Detailed Forecast & More (Premium Members Only) - Unlock Exclusive Advantages with a Premium Membership - Read more here

A General Manager role at a luxury property in Williamsburg has been verified..... Continue reading (All Paying Members) - Continue Access Full Report & Detailed Forecast & More (Premium Members Only) - Unlock Exclusive Advantages with a Premium Membership - Read more here

Verified Ultra-Luxury General Manager Opportunities – The Pacific Northwest and Canada

In the Pacific Northwest, a Managing Director role at a luxury property in Portland, Oregon, has been verified. A General Manager role at a luxury property in Seattle has been verified..... Continue reading (All Paying Members) - Continue Access Full Report & Detailed Forecast & More (Premium Members Only) - Unlock Exclusive Advantages with a Premium Membership - Read more here

In Canada, a General Manager role at a Westin-branded property in Ottawa has been verified. .... Continue reading (All Paying Members) - Continue Access Full Report & Detailed Forecast & More (Premium Members Only) - Unlock Exclusive Advantages with a Premium Membership - Read more here

A General Manager role at a Delta-branded property in Ottawa has been verified. .... Continue reading (All Paying Members) - Continue Access Full Report & Detailed Forecast & More (Premium Members Only) - Unlock Exclusive Advantages with a Premium Membership - Read more here

A General Manager role at a Fairmont-branded property in Mont-Tremblant has been verified, representing the luxury ski resort segment of the Canadian market. .... Continue reading (All Paying Members) - Continue Access Full Report & Detailed Forecast & More (Premium Members Only) - Unlock Exclusive Advantages with a Premium Membership - Read more here

A General Manager role at a luxury property in Ontario has been verified..... Continue reading (All Paying Members) - Continue Access Full Report & Detailed Forecast & More (Premium Members Only) - Unlock Exclusive Advantages with a Premium Membership - Read more here

Verified C-Suite and Regional Leadership Opportunities

Beyond individual General Manager roles, our scouting team has verified several significant C-suite and regional leadership positions at the ultra-luxury tier. A Vice President of Brand for a luxury hotel group based in New York has been verified. .... Continue reading (All Paying Members) - Continue Access Full Report & Detailed Forecast & More (Premium Members Only) - Unlock Exclusive Advantages with a Premium Membership - Read more here

A Vice President of US Luxury Hotels and Mixed-Use Development for a major international hotel group has been verified. .... Continue reading (All Paying Members) - Continue Access Full Report & Detailed Forecast & More (Premium Members Only) - Unlock Exclusive Advantages with a Premium Membership - Read more here

A Vice President of Hotel Development for a luxury private members community in Puerto Rico has been verified..... Continue reading (All Paying Members) - Continue Access Full Report & Detailed Forecast & More (Premium Members Only) - Unlock Exclusive Advantages with a Premium Membership - Read more here

A Senior Vice President of Operations for a hospitality group has been verified. .... Continue reading (All Paying Members) - Continue Access Full Report & Detailed Forecast & More (Premium Members Only) - Unlock Exclusive Advantages with a Premium Membership - Read more here

A Vice President of Operations for a hospitality group in Houston has been verified. .... Continue reading (All Paying Members) - Continue Access Full Report & Detailed Forecast & More (Premium Members Only) - Unlock Exclusive Advantages with a Premium Membership - Read more here

A Vice President of Operations for a hospitality group has been verified. .... Continue reading (All Paying Members) - Continue Access Full Report & Detailed Forecast & More (Premium Members Only) - Unlock Exclusive Advantages with a Premium Membership - Read more here

A Vice President of Business Development for a luxury lifestyle hotel group in New York has been verified. .... Continue reading (All Paying Members) - Continue Access Full Report & Detailed Forecast & More (Premium Members Only) - Unlock Exclusive Advantages with a Premium Membership - Read more here

A Vice President of Brand and Commercial Strategy for a major hotel group has been verified. .... Continue reading (All Paying Members) - Continue Access Full Report & Detailed Forecast & More (Premium Members Only) - Unlock Exclusive Advantages with a Premium Membership - Read more here

A Vice President of Customer Experience and Innovation for a major international hotel group has been verified. .... Continue reading (All Paying Members) - Continue Access Full Report & Detailed Forecast & More (Premium Members Only) - Unlock Exclusive Advantages with a Premium Membership - Read more here

A Vice President of Integrated Marketing and Creative Strategy for a major international hotel group has been verified. .... Continue reading (All Paying Members) - Continue Access Full Report & Detailed Forecast & More (Premium Members Only) - Unlock Exclusive Advantages with a Premium Membership - Read more here

A Vice President of Resort Operations for a luxury casino hotel in Chicago has been verified. .... Continue reading (All Paying Members) - Continue Access Full Report & Detailed Forecast & More (Premium Members Only) - Unlock Exclusive Advantages with a Premium Membership - Read more here

A Vice President of Hotel Operations for a multi-brand hotel company in Ontario has been verified..... Continue reading (All Paying Members) - Continue Access Full Report & Detailed Forecast & More (Premium Members Only) - Unlock Exclusive Advantages with a Premium Membership - Read more here

A Regional Vice President of Operations for a major management company has been verified. .... Continue reading (All Paying Members) - Continue Access Full Report & Detailed Forecast & More (Premium Members Only) - Unlock Exclusive Advantages with a Premium Membership - Read more here

A Regional Vice President of Operations for another management company has been verified. .... Continue reading (All Paying Members) - Continue Access Full Report & Detailed Forecast & More (Premium Members Only) - Unlock Exclusive Advantages with a Premium Membership - Read more here

A Regional Director of Operations for a full-service hospitality management company based in Georgia has been verified. .... Continue reading (All Paying Members) - Continue Access Full Report & Detailed Forecast & More (Premium Members Only) - Unlock Exclusive Advantages with a Premium Membership - Read more here

A Senior Director of Hotel Operations for a major cruise and hospitality group has been verified. .... Continue reading (All Paying Members) - Continue Access Full Report & Detailed Forecast & More (Premium Members Only) - Unlock Exclusive Advantages with a Premium Membership - Read more here

A Chief Operating Officer for a hospitality management corporation has been verified. .... Continue reading (All Paying Members) - Continue Access Full Report & Detailed Forecast & More (Premium Members Only) - Unlock Exclusive Advantages with a Premium Membership - Read more here

A Chief Operating Officer for a luxury resort and casino has been verified. A Chief Operating Officer for a luxury wellness property has been verified..... Continue reading (All Paying Members) - Continue Access Full Report & Detailed Forecast & More (Premium Members Only) - Unlock Exclusive Advantages with a Premium Membership - Read more here

Market Dynamics as of August 2026

Beyond the verified openings, our scouting team has gathered real-world intelligence on the North American luxury market that will shape leadership expectations in the coming months.

The upgraded forecast reflects record performance. The U.S. hotel industry sold a record 11.4 million more room nights compared with 2025, while room revenue climbed by more than $5.4 billion. For the first time in over a year, monthly revenue growth has outpaced expense growth, with gross operating profits expected to rise 4 percent in 2026.

However, significant challenges persist. U.S. hotel labor costs are projected to reach $131 billion in 2026, rising from $127 billion in 2025. Labor costs are up 15.3 percent since 2019, while operating revenue has grown 12.8 percent over the same period, and payroll now exceeds 32 percent of total hotel revenue. International inbound remains a source of deep uncertainty, with improvement from 2025 being messy and regional, and year-to-date inbound showing consecutive years of declines in the same month.

New supply growth is forecasted at a low 0.4 percent for 2026 and 0.6 percent for 2027, as above-average interest rates and persistent inflation make new construction and major property redevelopments expensive and difficult to underwrite. The luxury and upper upscale segments reached record pipeline totals, offsetting declines in lower tiers..... Continue reading (All Paying Members) - Continue Access Full Report & Detailed Forecast & More (Premium Members Only) - Unlock Exclusive Advantages with a Premium Membership - Read more here

The Qualifications Luxury Leaders Seek in the North American Market

Analysis of current recruitment mandates and the operational demands of the region reveals a consistent profile of the ideal five-star General Manager candidate in North America.

First, extensive ultra-luxury hotel experience gathered in respected five-star world-renowned deluxe properties is non-negotiable. Owners and operators seek leaders who have demonstrated success at iconic properties where service excellence, guest satisfaction, and commercial performance are paramount.

Second, pre-opening experience is increasingly valued, particularly for the 103 luxury projects in the pipeline. Candidates who have successfully opened new properties, managed the complex logistics of recruiting and training teams, and built a property's reputation from scratch are in high demand.

Third, strong commercial acumen and revenue management expertise are essential. With tight supply and high demand, operators are focused on premium rate positioning and yield optimization.

Fourth, a luxury mindset and service orientation remain foundational. The differentiator is the leader's ability to embody and inspire a culture of genuine hospitality.

Fifth, adaptability and resilience are increasingly valued, given the shifting dynamics of the market and the evolving competitive landscape.

Sixth, experience with branded residences is growing in importance, particularly for the roles in Florida and Hawaii..... Continue reading (All Paying Members) - Continue Access Full Report & Detailed Forecast & More (Premium Members Only) - Unlock Exclusive Advantages with a Premium Membership - Read more here

Outlook for the Remainder of 2026 and Beyond

The outlook for General Manager and C-Suite job opportunities in North American ultra-luxury hospitality remains exceptionally strong for the remainder of 2026 and beyond. The verified openings in California, Hawaii, Florida, New York, Texas, and Canada represent some of the most desirable leadership positions on the continent. The record pipeline of 103 luxury projects ensures continued demand for leadership talent. Industry analysts forecast a total of 661 new hotels to open by year-end 2026, with an additional 738 new hotels expected in 2027 and 832 new hotels in 2028. Each of these properties will require General Managers, Hotel Managers, and Directors of Sales and Marketing.

For experienced General Managers and C-suite luxury hotel leaders, the North American market in August 2026 presents an exceptional concentration of opportunity. The properties identified above are among the most prestigious in the world. The leaders selected for these roles will shape the future of North American ultra-luxury hospitality for the coming decade.

For the complete list of verified ultra-luxury and five-star General Manager and C-Suite leads across the United States and Canada, including direct links to each posting, compensation details, ownership group information, and exclusive intelligence on the job market dynamics mentioned above, members are invited to log in. The full database is updated daily. Several of the roles mentioned above have been open for less than seventy-two hours. In this market, the window is narrow, and the competition will be exceptional.... Continue reading (All Paying Members) - Continue Access Full Report & Detailed Forecast & More (Premium Members Only) - Unlock Exclusive Advantages with a Premium Membership - Read more here