Nominations

🍴 François-Joseph Mugg, ex-restaurateur d’art à Paris, bought the oldest restaurant in Ault, Somme, Le Saint-Pierre (established in 1866), to start a new career in catering. He initiated a 'carte d’infidélité' among local restaurants, including Le Saint-Pierre, Chez Virgile, Fenêtre sur cour, and Aux vents et marées, to encourage patrons to explore different cuisines. Rewards like free desserts or cocktails are offered for dining at all participating establishments, boosting the area's popularity and media attraction without incurring costs to the restaurants.

🍴 Chefs de rang positions in Paris near Saint-Germain offer €1900 net salary plus substantial tips (€50-€100 per day). Candidates must have significant experience and good English skills. The jobs promise a positive team atmosphere and flexible schedules with always two consecutive days off, no split shifts.

🏠 The Global Wellness Summit (GWS), a leader in the $5.6 trillion global wellness economy, has appointed Jessica Jesse, founder, CEO, and creative director of BUDHAGIRL®, to its advisory board. Jessica is recognized for her innovative approach to wellness and mindfulness. Susie Ellis, Chair and CEO of GWS, praises Jessica's long-standing support and commitment to the wellness industry. Jessica, a former board member of the Global Wellness Institute (GWI), expresses joy in joining GWS's advisory board to foster a healthier, sustainable future.

🏡 InterContinental Bellevue at the Avenue features 190 rooms and 18 suites, including a 190m2 presidential suite, with views of Lake Washington and downtown Seattle. Haje Roger Thurau, the General Manager, emphasizes extraordinary amenities and contemporary comfort. Thurau's career includes roles as Director of Sales at NH Hotels (2003-2009), Cluster General Manager at Maritim Hotels Mauritius (2009-2015), Chief Commercial Officer at Sun Resorts (2015-2016), and General Manager at Shanti Maurice Resort & Spa (2016-2022) before joining InterContinental Bellevue in early 2023.

🏢 Michael Coscetta has been appointed President of Mews, bringing expertise from his previous roles at Paxos, a regulated blockchain infrastructure firm, and Compass Real Estate, where he contributed to a $2 billion annual revenue and the company's IPO in 2021. Coscetta also worked at Square, expanding the sales team across five countries and managing corporate client integration. Mews CEO Matthijs Welle highlighted Coscetta's experience in scaling companies as vital for Mews's growth in cloud technology adoption in hospitality.

🏨 Rob Tanenbaum, with 30 years of experience, has been appointed Senior Vice President of Strategic Operations for Trinity Investments, a U.S. real estate investor managing approximately €5 billion in hotel sector assets. Based in Miami, Tanenberg will oversee the East Coast operations, supported by associate Brittney Lewin. Trinity's East Coast portfolio includes The Diplomat Beach Resort Hollywood, EAST Miami, and Grande Lakes Orlando Resort. Samantha Sugarman continues to manage Trinity's West Coast and Mexico assets. Trinity is undertaking transformations worth over $300 million, with renovations like Omni San Diego and W Hollywood to be completed by 2024.

🏨 Bob Gilbert, from Cornell University with a BS degree, and a respected leader in the global hospitality industry, announced his retirement facilitated by the Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International, the HSMAI Foundation, and HSMAI Global. Gilbert, who has been a mentor and friend to many in the industry, is retiring due to a serious health issue, capping off an impactful 30-year tenure with HSMAI where he led the association to new heights worldwide. Andrew Rubinacci, CHSP and President of HSMAI Americas, acknowledged Gilbert's contribution, which will influence the organization for years to come.

🍴 Elior Group's subsidiary, Elior, is the leading company in France's collective restaurant industry. For over 25 years, Elior has been ahead in meeting the expectations and needs of various groups, including children, students, workers, patients, and residents.

🏢 Christian Fomm, with a 30-year career across Europe, including the UK (Connaught, The Thistle Tower Hotel, Grosvenor House), Austria (Hotel Imperial and Hotel Bristol by Starwood), Spain (St. Regis Majorque), and a nearly 9-year stint with Hilton in Germany, takes his first position outside of Europe. Congratulations Christian Fomm!

💸 Tim Cordon's role as COO expanded to SEAP region. Rob Collier, responsible for future openings in MEA, will now also support SEAP. Caroline Thissen, Senior Area Director of Sales & Revenue Optimization, extends her responsibilities to SEAP. Stephanie Aboujaoude, Senior Area Director of Marketing & Communications for MEA and the Mediterranean, will also support SEAP. Saadiyah Hendricks, Area Director of PR & Social Media, and Diana Al Jaseem, Area Brand & Content Marketing Manager, to provide additional support from Dubai. Cameron Speedie promoted to Senior Director of Finance and Control SEAP, previously Regional Financial Controller for the Middle East, East Africa, and Nigeria.