La Tribune de lHotellerie

🏨 Brian Hicks, boasting over 30 years of international experience, steps in as the fifth CEO in the nearly 100-year history of HSMAI, succeeding Bob Gilbert, who was CEO for 30 years. Hicks brings a proven track record in brand development, innovation, and leadership, aligning with HSMAI's mission to support members and their careers during a pivotal expansion and impact-enhancing period in the hospitality industry.

📈 Armelle De la Porte des Vaux appointed Vice-President of Marketing for North America since August 1, 2024, after serving as Marketing, Communication and Digital Director for Club Med in Benelux & Germany since January 2023. With over a decade in luxury industry leadership roles at L'Oréal and Dior, she brings expertise in brand development and marketing strategy across Europe, Central America, and Asia. Since joining Club Med in 2019, she's transformed campaigns, revitalized the Belgian market, managed strategic German market initiatives, and oversaw significant projects like Marbella launches and Vittel renovation, aiming to infuse the North American market with Club Med's "L'Esprit Libre.

📌 Julien Glannes becomes the new Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Beau Vallon's hotel division, succeeding Fabio Meo. With over 20 years of hospitality experience, Glannes has worked in prestigious European establishments, including Le Meurice in Paris. A 16-year resident of Mauritius, he has held leadership positions with Ninety-Six Hotel Collection and most recently at Le Jadis Beach Resort & Wellness of Banyan Tree Hotels & Resorts. A graduate from the University of Technology of Paris and the University of Poitiers, Glannes brings expertise in operational management, business development, and customer relations to Beau Vallon. Thierry Merven, Group CEO, expresses gratitude to Fabio Meo for his crucial role in the hotels' development and resilience post-COVID, wishing him success in future endeavors.