Nominations

📖 Mohammad Labban, a hospitality leader, began his career in 1998 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. In 2013, he became General Manager of Hyatt Regency Pune, India, and successfully launched Hyatt Regency Aqaba Ayla Resort, Jordan in 2018. Since 2019, he managed Hyatt Regency Birmingham, UK, enhancing its performance. Now, he's the General Manager of Hyatt Regency London Blackfriars. His career reflects strategic vision and operational excellence in the luxury hotel industry.

📈 Arnaud Joly appointed General Manager of Anantara Plaza Nice, supported by Marie Organ as Hotel Manager. They transition from Prince de Galles, Paris, amidst strategic uncertainties. Joly, with over 20 years in luxury hospitality, previously held roles at Sofitel and Pullman. His career includes seven years at Prince de Galles as Director of Operations and Executive Deputy General Manager. Joly aims to enhance the hotel's status on the Côte d'Azur.

📈 Arnaud Joly and Marie Organ have been appointed to key leadership roles at Hôtel Anantara Plaza Nice. Arnaud Joly, with experience from Prince de Galles and Bristol Paris, is the new Directeur Général. Marie Organ, with over ten years in luxury hospitality, is the new Hôtel Manager, having led operations at Prince de Galles. Their expertise aims to enhance the hotel's regional standing and enrich guest experiences.

📰 Transavia partners with Fairlyne, allowing ticket resale on their digital channels up to an hour before flights, with refunds varying from full taxes to 50% of the total fare. Air France-KLM integrates IBS Software's iFlight, optimizing operations for over 500 aircraft. From August 1, 2025, China Airlines offers free Wi-Fi on Boeing 777, Airbus A350, and A321neo. Omio collaborates with Transcor Data Services to expand U.S. intercity bus coverage. M3 doubles CoreSelect users, enhancing features for mid-sized hotels.

📍 Depuis le 23 octobre 2023, le Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni de Bellagio, fondé en 1873, devient membre de Relais & Châteaux, rejoignant l'élite de l'hôtellerie de luxe mondiale. Sous la direction de Jan Bucher, représentant de la quatrième génération, cet établissement historique incarne l'authenticité et l'excellence, avec une réputation gastronomique exceptionnelle sur le lac de Côme. Ce pas marque une reconnaissance de son héritage et de ses valeurs.

🏠 Stéphane Maquaire, 54, is set to lead Club Med, succeeding Henri Giscard d'Estaing, who served for over 22 years. Maquaire, with a background in retail and real estate, previously led Carrefour Brazil until July 2025. Fosun, Club Med's owner, confirms Maquaire's appointment, aiming to enhance operational control and strategy amid industry changes. The decision followed months of internal discussions, highlighting a shift towards long-term performance and strategic focus.

📈 Stéphane Maquaire, 54, is set to lead Club Med following Fosun's strategic decision, aligning with CEO Zhang Lei. He brings notable experience from roles at Carrefour, Monoprix, and Manor, and recently with Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield. Fosun's choice signals a shift towards direct management and operational efficiency, departing from charismatic leadership styles. The transition unfolds as Club Med navigates a competitive, post-pandemic luxury market. Official announcements are pending.

📈 En 2024, Julius Anders dirigera NUMA en Allemagne, Autriche, et Suisse, renforçant le portefeuille dans Berlin, Munich, et Vienne. Paul Álvarez Gentles prend les commandes en Espagne, apportant plus de 10 ans d'expérience, après son rôle chez Bolt. Antonio Fragateiro supervise le Portugal, avec une expertise en immobilier et tourisme. Cette réorganisation de la direction vise à renforcer la position de NUMA en Europe, en mettant l'accent sur l'hospitalité technologique.

📈 Tensions rose between Henri Giscard d'Estaing and Club Med's Chinese shareholder, Fosun, leading to Giscard d'Estaing's dismissal after the appointment of a new chairman without his input. The change follows disputes over governance and strategy, notably over plans to relist Club Med on the Paris stock exchange by 2026, which Fosun rejected. Despite Giscard d'Estaing's willingness to ensure a smooth transition, Fosun proceeded with succession planning independently.

🏠 M2G Ventures, based in Fort Worth, Texas, launches a hospitality division to expand its multi-asset platform. Chris Hanrattie, former SVP at Crescent Real Estate, is appointed Managing Director. The new team aims to revitalize properties by enhancing RevPAR, operational efficiency, and customer experience. Co-founder Jessica Miller Essl highlights growth opportunities in full-service and select-service segments in fast-growing markets.