Nominations

⚽ Integral, an African leader in sports management and marketing innovation, has been appointed as the exclusive sales and hospitality management agent for the returning Unity Cup this summer, after over 20 years. The event will be held at London's Gtec Stadium, with the opening match between Jamaica and Trinidad & Tobago on May 27, followed by Nigeria vs. Ghana on May 28. The tournament concludes on May 31 with both a third-place match and the final.

🍰 Starting this summer, Chef Cedric Grolet becomes the Executive Pastry Chef at Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo, introducing Cedric Grolet Monte-Carlo—a new tea salon and boutique located in the intimate patio of the iconic hotel. This marks Grolet's first venture in Monaco following successes in Paris, London, Saint-Tropez, Val d'Isère, and Singapore. Grolet, deemed "World's Best Pastry Chef" by the 50 Best in 2018, joins forces with Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer, enhancing the group's commitment to excellence and creativity.

🏨 The Hôtel Maison Saint-Louis in Marseille's Noailles district has been rebranded as Hôtel Amista. Managed by Ginto Hotels, the historic establishment preserves its 18th-century architectural heritage while embracing a Mediterranean style. Interior architect Dorothée Delaye led the renovation, incorporating Marseille's port history and locally influential Oriental cotton prints into the design. The 24-room hotel features custom Provençal fabrics by Arianne Dalle, Elitis' Artistic Director, immersing guests in Marseille's ambiance.

🏨 Michael Rohr is appointed as the General Area Manager for Dorint hotel group starting April 1, 2025, overseeing strategic development and management of seven resort hotels. He will also manage the Dorint Seehotel & Resort Klink/Müritz, currently under construction. Rohr has over 25 years of international hospitality experience, working with prestigious hotel brands and positions, including with Aldiana in Turkey, Tunisia, Senegal, and Spain, and as Vice-President at AIDA Cruises for nearly seven years.

🏖️ MMV, with over 35 years of mountain club vacation expertise, appoints Fabienne Carrasco as General Manager during a pivotal transformation focused on economic, social, and environmental performance. An EDHEC graduate with 20+ years of leadership experience across tourism, real estate, finance, and postproduction, Carrasco has a track record of strategic vision and operational excellence. Her appointment is a move to accelerate MMV's transformation towards a more sustainable and equitable alpine tourism model.

🎂 One&Only One Za’abeel collaborates with Fabergé for a special tea time experience, available on weekends until April 27, at Aelia restaurant. This event celebrates the 140th anniversary of the first Fabergé Imperial Egg, The Hen Egg, crafted in 1885. The tea time features pastries and savory bites inspired by Fabergé's aesthetics, including a chocolate sculpture of The Hen Egg by pastry chef Rasika Weerasinghe.

🏨 Travelodge acquires 11 UK hotels, adding 951 rooms to its portfolio. Key locations include Birmingham, Bradford, Dartford, Leicester, Liverpool, Manchester, Northampton, Milton Keynes, and Swindon. Five hotels are fully owned; four others secured by long-term leases. Additionally, contracts exchanged for two more UK properties in Bromsgrove (former Ibis) and Wakefield (former CitiLodge), with rebranding scheduled for May and August, respectively, each under a new 25-year lease.

🎓 Nathalie Lemyre named General Director at ITHQ Foundation, bringing 26+ years of leadership experience from top hotel brands and strategic roles at Air Canada. Josée-Christine Boilard joins the board, Josée Dufour promoted to Vice-President. The foundation highlights Lemyre's commitment to non-profit work and community development through her involvement with IAWA and Women in Aviation International.

📝 Charlotte Bernadi joins Groupe Delineo as Marketing & Communications Director; Charles Vexiau appointed as Franchise Development Director in France. Groupe Delineo focuses on transformation and franchisee attractiveness amidst evolving environment. Bernadi, with over 15 years of experience in food and spirits industries, including roles at Marie Brizard Wine & Spirits and Groupe Bertrand, to drive ambitious marketing strategy.

🏨 Vincent Fourquet has been appointed as the Director of Commercial & Marketing for Groupe Dimacco's hotel division, effective immediately. His extensive background includes five years at a Relais & Châteaux in Montpellier and roles with Indevho as Regional Sales Director for over 20 establishments, and with Alain Ducasse's group managing the Les Collectionneurs/Teritoria network for Southeast France and Corsica. Fourquet's task is to drive the group's commercial and marketing strategy amidst ambitious development plans.