Nominations

🏠 Arthur Jaeger appointed as Adagio's Chief Development & Real Estate Officer, tasked with implementing the "Next Adagio" strategic plan, aiming to double the network by 2030. He brings experience from Vinci Immobilier's Hospitality division and Cycas Hospitality, will drive team development and programs in Europe, integrate CSR approaches, manage renovation plans, and support franchise network expansion leveraging shareholder expertise.

🏦 Jérôme Bourdais was appointed President of the CDRE France National Office during the general assembly at EquipHotel Paris. The Bureau was renewed for two years. Noël Lazarini, outgoing National President, focuses on his role as General Manager at Grand Hôtel La Cloche M Gallery in Dijon while remaining active in CDRE FRANCE. Other key positions include Didier Argence as Vice-President in charge of treasury and Emmanuel Taillandier as Vice-President Secretary General. Regional Presidents and Vice-Presidents were also named for Ile-de-France, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Occitanie, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, and the creation of Bretagne & Hauts-de-France regions.

🏨 Tiffany Cooper has been appointed as the Head of Development for the Americas at Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group. She brings over 30 years of experience in sales, marketing, operations, and development. Cooper's focus will be on strategic market growth in the U.S., Canada, and Latin America. Previously, she served as the Chief Development Officer at Aimbridge Hospitality for the Americas and the Caribbean. Her career began at Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants in 1995, leading to a key role in North American and Caribbean expansion.

📢 Adam McKnight joins Gekko Group, a subsidiary of Accor, as Director of International Growth, directly reporting to CEO Fabrice Perdoncini. Bringing over 15 years of B2B travel industry experience, McKnight aims to accelerate Gekko's international expansion into new markets, specifically Asia-Pacific, the United States, and South America, leveraging his background with TBO/Bookabed, Hotelbeds, and A2B Transfers/Resorthoppa. His role involves market penetration strategies and adapting Gekko's offerings to local markets in collaboration with regional partners.

🏩 Tom Lerouge, aged 35, is the new General Manager of Ducasse Paris, joining Founder Alain Ducasse and President Véronique Lartigue to bring diverse skills and generational perspectives. An engineer graduated from ESTACA with experience in aeronautics and automotive, Lerouge has conducted research at CentraleSupélec and ENS Cachan. He's held project development and management roles at Zodiac Aerospace and Edeis, and founded companies including Tribute and LTFO, focusing on residential real estate and investment in hospitality.

🍴 JRE-Jeunes Restaurateurs announced its new Executive Board for the 2025-2029 term, including newly appointed Vice-Presidents Katrin Steindl and Nicolai P. Wiedmer, led by President Daniel Canzian. The decision was finalized in Tuscany, Italy. Canzian, a renowned Italian chef known for his innovative take on traditional Italian cuisine and sustainable culinary practices, has been a significant figure in gastronomy for over a decade, owns the acclaimed restaurant Daniel Canzian in Milan.

🍴 Atlantis Paradise Island has appointed Anthony Hannan as Senior Vice President Food & Beverage, Lenny Cumberbatch as Vice President Food & Beverage, and Samir Roonwal as Executive Chef of Culinary Operations. The resort, renowned for its culinary scene, features Michelin-starred restaurants like Fish by José Andrés, Nobu by Nobu Matsuhisa, and Paranza by Michael White, plus eateries by James Beard Award-winning chefs Alon Shaya and JJ Johnson. Anthony Hannan brings over 30 years of experience, having held leadership roles at Harrods in London and Resorts World Sentosa in Singapore.

🏂 La Compagnie des Alpes (CDA) announced key executive appointments: Rémi Fournial as director of strategy and development, and Aymeric Noizet as head of information systems and digital. Fournial, previously with Caisse des dépôts, will focus on growth opportunities and project coordination, while Noizet, with past roles at Société Générale and Mercedes-Benz Financial Services, will oversee information systems, joining after leading a fleet management of 100,000 vehicles. CDA reported a 10.1% revenue increase to €1.24 billion for 2023/2024, with an EBITDA close to €350 million.

🏦 Scott Woroch joined Mandarin Oriental International Limited as an Independent Non-Executive Director on November 4. With over 30 years in luxury hospitality, Woroch is co-founder and General Manager of Kadenwood Partners. Previously, he worked 15 years at Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, holding various leadership roles, including Executive Vice President Worldwide. His appointment brings the board's independent non-executive directors to 50%.

L’Hôtel Pilgrim, un boutique-hôtel 4 étoiles de 53 chambres à Paris, change de mains et rejoint la collection du groupe Ginto Hôtels à partir du 4 novembre 2024.