Appointments in Travel and Tourism Industry
Visit Florida Keys Appoints Ed Simon
June 10, 2025
Ed Simon has been selected as the Executive Vice President and Chief Sales Officer for Visit Florida Keys & Key West. With more than three ...
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Brigitte Hidalgo Appointed Director of Tourism Innovation Global Summit
June 6, 2025
The Tourism Innovation Global Summit has appointed Brigitte Hidalgo as its new director, bringing two decades of experience in travel, hospitality, and digital marketplaces to ...
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Could Shaikha Al Nowais Become the First Woman to Head UN Tourism?
June 2, 2025
Shaikha Al Nowais has been nominated to become the first woman Secretary-General of UN Tourism, marking a potentially historic moment for the global travel sector. ...
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Rogers Centre Ottawa Announces Lesley Pincombe
May 23, 2025
The Rogers Centre Ottawa and its Board of Directors announced that after the completion of an extensive recruitment process, Lesley Pincombe has been appointed as ...
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WTTC Announces Manfredi Lefebvre as its Incoming Chair
May 21, 2025
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) announced Manfredi Lefebvre, chairman of Heritage Group and co-chair of luxury travel company Abercrombie and Kent, as its ...
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WTM London Appoints Chris Carter-Chapman as 2025 Event Director
May 21, 2025
WTM London appoints Chris Carter-Chapman as Event Director, marking a key leadership transition for what is considered the world’s most influential travel and tourism event. ...
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Julia Swanson Named Chair of BestCities Global Alliance
May 15, 2025
BestCities Global Alliance has appointed Julia Swanson, CEO of Melbourne Convention Bureau (MCB), as its new board chair, marking a fresh chapter for the international ...
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Mandarin Oriental Bodrum Gets New GM
May 9, 2025
Mandarin Oriental Bodrum has appointed Volkan Öztürkler as its new General Manager, bringing over two decades of international luxury hospitality experience to the resort. Situated ...
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PATA Announces New Board Members at 2025 Annual Summit in Istanbul
April 23, 2025
PATA Announces New Board Members at 2025 Annual Summit in Istanbul marks a turning point for the organization as it welcomes fresh leadership to drive ...
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Rainer Gieringer Joins Conrad Istanbul Bosphorus as GM
March 18, 2025
Conrad Istanbul Bosphorus, one of Istanbul’s premier luxury hotels, has announced the appointment of Rainer Gieringer as its new General Manager. With over 30 years ...
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AHLA Foundation Announces 2025 Board of Trustees
January 22, 2025
AHLA Foundation announced its 2025 Board of Trustees, welcoming Anu Saxena as the new chair. Saxena, who serves as the President of Hilton Supply Management, ...
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2025 Board of Directors at Events Industry Council
January 21, 2025
The Events Industry Council (EIC), the global voice of the business events industry on advocacy, research, professional recognition and standards, announced last week the election ...
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Who’s the New Face Leading the World’s Largest Airline Alliance?
December 10, 2024
A major shift in leadership has taken place at Star Alliance, the world’s largest airline alliance. After four years of steady guidance, a new figure ...
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U.S. Travel Hires Tyler Gosnell
November 20, 2024
The U.S. Travel Association announced that global destination executive Tyler Gosnell has joined in a newly created role as Managing Director, International Inbound Travel. “As ...
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The Hotel Maria Appoints Juha Mähönen as New CEO and GM
November 14, 2024
The Hotel Maria announced the appointment of Juha Mähönen as its new CEO and General Manager, effective immediately. Mähönen, a seasoned leader with more than ...
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The Travel Institute Appoints AmaWaterways’ Alex Pinelo to Board
November 14, 2024
The Travel Institute announces the appointment of Alex Pinelo, CTC, senior vice president of sales for AmaWaterways to its Board of Directors. “I could not ...
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Gebr. Heinemann Restructures Asia-Pacific Operations
November 4, 2024
Gebr. Heinemann has announced a major restructuring of its operations across the Asia-Pacific region, aiming to adapt to significant market changes. The decision comes as ...
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Tourism Industry Leader Confirmed as NH State Tourism Director
November 1, 2024
Regional tourism industry leader Michelle Cruz was confirmed as the New Hampshire Division of Travel and Tourism Development (DTTD) new NH State Tourism Director. The ...
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Star Alliance Names New Execs to Improve Travel and Digital Services
October 23, 2024
Star Alliance, the global leader in airline alliances, has announced key management appointments to improve its customer experience, digital services, and overall strategic direction. The ...
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Hugo Lecanda Named Multi-Property GM in Puerto Vallarta
October 18, 2024
The Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort & Spa and the Westin Resort & Spa, Puerto Vallarta are pleased to appoint Hugo Lecanda as the new Multi-Property ...
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