Nominations

📰 Christiane et Jean-Yves Germain annoncent la coprésidence de Germains Hôtels par Marie-Pier et Hugo. Premier groupe canadien, il gère 19 hôtels et 15 restaurants, avec des expansions prévues en Ontario et dans l'Ouest canadien grâce au soutien financier québécois. Marie-Pier, ex-VP Ventes et Marketing, et Hugo, chef Opérations et Développement, succèdent dans un esprit familial. Laurie et Clarah, autres cousines, dirigent RH et Expérience Client. Depuis 2006, Marie-Pier et Hugo contribuent à la croissance du groupe.

📊 Christian Charnaux returns to Hilton, previously serving as Chief Growth Officer at Inspire Brands, overseeing brands like Arby's and Dunkin'. At Hilton, he reports to CEO Christopher J. Nassetta and joins the executive committee. With past roles at Boston Consulting Group and J.P. Morgan, Charnaux brings significant experience. Recent appointments include Anne-Marie D'Angelo and Katherine Lugar in executive roles. Charnaux's expertise will aid Hilton's global growth, enhancing its network for customers worldwide.

📈 David García Blancas a été nommé PDG de B&B Hotels Iberia pour renforcer la position de l'entreprise sur le marché ibérique. Avec plus de 25 ans d'expérience, il vise à consolider la croissance en Espagne et au Portugal. En 2024, B&B Hotels a ajouté 15 hôtels en Espagne, portant le total à 57. L'entreprise a enregistré une augmentation de 27 % de son chiffre d'affaires, atteignant 127 millions d'euros.

📈 Michelle McArdle, boasting over 15 years of experience, joins Aimbridge Hospitality EMEA as Commercial Director. Previously, she was Market Strategy Director at Marriott International, overseeing revenue management for nine hotels in Scotland and Northeast England. Her holistic approach integrates commercial, marketing, and digital strategies. Edward Holland, with 25+ years of experience, formerly Senior General Manager at Holiday Inn Coventry, also recently joined Aimbridge.

🏨 Anaïs Roch has been appointed Director of the ibis Metz Centre Cathédrale, a hotel acquired by Heintz Hôtellerie in 2025. Located near the Moselle River and the Cathédrale Saint-Étienne, this Accor franchise begins a new development phase. Anaïs previously served over 7 years at Mercure Metz Centre. Her role supports the hotel's transformation, focusing on contemporary comfort, sustainable services, and local heritage enhancement.

📈 Avinash Kanti Teelock appointed as Director of the Mauritius Tourism Promotion Authority (MTPA), effective immediately. With over ten years in tourism and hospitality, he brings strategic vision and dynamic leadership. From 2017 to 2023, he was Key Account Manager at Attitude Hotels, fostering international partnerships. Previously, he served as Cluster Sales Executive at Hilton Mauritius Resort & Spa, focusing on MICE tourism and luxury clientele. His career began at Beachcomber Hotels.

🏨 Edouard Lapasset becomes the General Manager of Mandarin Oriental, Paris starting June 1, 2025. With nearly 20 years in luxury hospitality, and 11 years with Mandarin Oriental, he has been Hotel Manager since 2022. Previously, he worked at Mandarin Oriental, Doha and Geneva. His expertise spans numerous hotel functions, including project management and guest services, enhancing the hotel's status as a leader in French luxury hospitality.

🏨 En janvier 2024, l'hôtel emblématique de Londres, initialement ouvert en 1873 sous le nom de Midland Grand Hotel, a commencé une rénovation ciblant les suites Barlow House et Chambers. Ce bâtiment classé Grade I, conçu par Sir George Gilbert Scott, intègre désormais des rituels tels que le G&Tea à 19h35, le punch à 17h05, et des séances de poésie à 20h11. Ces traditions honorent les moments clés de son histoire, tout en offrant une expérience moderne et personnalisée aux clients.

📅 L’AICR France elected a new board during its General Assembly on May 27, 2025. Véronique Baribaud, after a decade of leadership, handed over her role, highlighting achievements like the 2024 international congress with 180 participants from 17 countries and a historic win by Joël Darfeuille in Athens. The new president, Bruno Lanvin, aims to continue advancing the culture of excellence in hospitality.

📅 Langham Hospitality Group appoints Kevin Robinson as Chief Operating Officer starting April 14, 2025. Robinson, with over 30 years of experience, led The Langham, Chicago in 2011 and held leadership roles at Westin and Four Seasons. He also founded Aparium Hotel Group and advised luxury hotel owners in the U.S. He'll oversee LHG's expanding portfolio globally, aiming for 100 managed hotels by 2040, enhancing customer connections and hospitality experiences.