RIU Hotels & Resorts announces a new step forward in the generational handover process
RIU Hotels & Resorts is continuing to make progress in the generational handover that began with the retirement of Carmen Riu in July 2024…
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Leadership Change at the Helm of Peninsula Hotels
In the span of a few months, the Chief Operating Officer, Peter Borer, and the Chief Executive Officer, Clement Kwok, will retire, passing their respective batons to Gareth Roberts and Benjamin Vuchot…
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Rotana, one of the leading hotel management companies in the Middle East, Africa, South Asia, and Eastern Europe, is excited to announce the appointment of Ugur Talayhan as Country Manager for Türkiye, Eastern and Central Europe, effective September…
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Leadership hiring and retention: A looming crisis
The most effective strategy for attracting and retaining leadership talent will be offering wealth creation opportunities, such as equity participation, profit-sharing models, or even long-term incentives tied to the company’s growth and success…
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BWH Hotels names new lead for China
BWH Hotels has named Harry Dong as the new President and CEO of BWH Hotels China (Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan), Mongolia, and Nepal, following in the footsteps of his father, William Dong, who previously held this role…
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What do Sir Winston Churchill and Israeli entrepreneurs have in common? Laurence Geller can explain. The prominent businessman believes they share a can-do attitude and distinct curiosity, traits that Geller – one of the world’s most recognised…
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Accor announces new Global Brand President duo
Accor has announced two appointments to Global Brand President roles at the helm of its Premium, Midscale & Economy brands…
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Hyatt appoints Stephen Ansell as managing director for Middle East and Africa
Stephen Ansell is Hyatt’s new Managing Director in its fast-expanding Middle East and Africa (MEA) region. In his role, Stephen will oversee the MEA regional portfolio, currently comprising 38 hotels, more than 9,000 rooms, and eight brands spanning…
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With the pandemic largely in the rearview mirror, the last twelve months have been about interest rates, less transactions, and wild presidential election cycles worldwide. The hotel industry will be impacted in significant ways as these issues…
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Hospitality: A grand, rewarding career choice
Hospitality hiring trends predict an unprecedented increase, yet young students remain sceptical to pursue a career in hospitality. Seasoned hotelier Farhat Jamal dispels some of the apprehensions associated with pursuing a hospitality career…
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A Guide To Education Pathways in the Hotel Industry
The hotel industry is a vast and rapidly evolving sector, offering a wide range of career opportunities for individuals with the right education and skills. Whether you’re just starting your research or looking to advance your career further…
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Young leaders don’t always act so young
On the stage on Day One of the HICAP Australia, New Zealand conference (HICAP ANZ) in Sydney this week, CBRE Asia Pacific’s Nick Hill showed wisdom beyond his years when he suggested while he has started his career going through a very challenging…
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MGM Resorts Welcomes Global Hospitality Leader Keith Barr to Board
In a significant move, MGM Resorts International has appointed Keith Barr, the former CEO of IHG Hotels & Resorts, to its Board of Directors. Barr, a globally recognized leader in the hospitality industry, brings over 30 years of experience to the…
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Victor Clavell, a seasoned hotelier with 30+ years of experience, is appointed CEO of Urban Resort Concepts, leading portfolio management and expansion in Asia.
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Meet the chef: Alex Dilling of Hotel Café Royal
Avid readers of this series, or anyone who moves in culinary circles, will know that those under the tutelage of Alain Ducasse are destined for great things. And when we say great things, we mostly mean Michelin stars…
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The Savoy’s head concierge on the changing demands of modern hotel guests
Rahim Ismail speaks exclusively to Boutique Hotelier about new trends, his favourite memories and the most unexpected request he's ever received
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Dominik Stalder has been appointed Hotel Manager at Bürgenstock Resort Lake Lucerne
Dominik Stalder has taken up his position as the new Hotel Manager of the Bürgenstock Resort Lake Lucerne. As a part of the luxury resort's pre-opening team, Stalder played a key role in revitalizing the business during the ten-year renovation…
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Why luxury Scottish hotel firm is looking to youth to develop talent of the future
A Scottish hotel group has welcomed nearly 20 apprentices as part of an initiative aimed at boosting the number of young people working in the sector.
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