Nominations

💻 Dimitri Chevtchenko, 41, joins Belambra as Director of IT Systems in August 2025, reporting directly to President Alexis Gardy. Tasked with guiding IT strategy and digital transformation, Chevtchenko's key projects include data governance, ERP & EPM migration, and enhancing WiFi in clubs. His hospitality experience includes modernizing Châteauform’s systems (June 2023-August 2025) and leading digital transformation at Skill and You from 2014 to 2023.

📃 Chanin Donavanik, ancien Président du Conseil d’Administration, supervise la transition de direction pour maintenir la stabilité chez Dusit. Mme Suthumpun rejoint le gouvernement thaïlandais, soulignant son dévouement et leadership. Pakhawat Kovithvathanaphong et Somprasong Boonyachai sont nommés directeurs. Mme Suthumpun est félicitée pour son impact chez Dusit et encouragée dans ses nouvelles fonctions au sein du Cabinet, avec l'assurance d'un retour bienvenu après son service national.

📅 Diego Guerreschi, with over 20 years in luxury hospitality, became Hotel Manager of Royal Palm Beachcomber Luxury in Mauritius on August 1. He supports General Manager Patrice Landrein. The hotel marks 40 years of excellence this year. Diego, a polyglot, is a graduate of École Hôtelière de Namur, has worked at George V, Bristol, and JW Marriott Cannes, and held roles in France, Seychelles, Saint-Barthélemy, and Antigua.

📈 Frank Veenstra, nouvellement nommé chez Kempinski, est chargé d'affiner la stratégie mondiale de développement de l'entreprise pour favoriser une croissance future. Son rôle inclut l'identification des actifs hôteliers stratégiques et l'élargissement de l'équipe de développement. Les changements dans les attentes des clients et la demande de connexions locales authentiques influencent cette démarche. CEO Barbara Muckermann remercie Christophe Piffaretti pour son leadership passé. Ces efforts visent à renforcer le pipeline de projets et l'organisation globale.

🍴 At La Table restaurant in Basgi Basgi hotel, Saint-Florent, Antonin Bergoin-Graziani collaborates with local artisans to offer authentic Corsican cuisine. Chef Anthony Deront's bistronomy changes every 4-6 weeks, featuring dishes like tuna tataki and risotto. The wine cellar boasts 150 mostly organic wines. Pâtissier Alban Gentilhomme crafts desserts using local ingredients. The venue provides a warm, elegant atmosphere, ideal for memorable gatherings. Address: Lieu dit Tettola 20217 Saint-Florent. Website: [hotelbasgi.com](https://www.hotelbasgi.com).

🍹 Jonathan Della Lunga joins Le Royal Monceau – Raffles Paris as Bar Manager. He brings experience from prestigious venues like Lutetia and Pavillon Ledoyen, blending technical skill with creativity. At Bar Long, Jonathan aims to make it a must-visit cocktail destination in Paris, with each drink as a narrative and experience. The new menu artistically evokes iconic hotel spaces, like "Cinema" served in popcorn-shaped glasses and "Swimming Pool" inspired by the spa.

📈 Adam Oubuih became the Director General of Atout France on September 4, 2025, following his nomination by Nathalie Delattre and approval from Atout France's board, led by Christian Mantei. This appointment aims to boost France's tourism appeal. Oubuih, an ENA and ESSEC graduate, has extensive experience across public and private sectors in France and internationally, focusing on competitiveness, innovation, and ecological and digital transformations.

📖 Carine Le Saux, boasting over 20 years in high-end hospitality and events, joins the Paris Country Club as Commercial Director. Previously, she directed sales in France for Groupe Barrière, overseeing 17 luxury establishments and 50+ staff, and developed MICE offers. At Moma Event, she led growth strategy and CRM implementation. Her leadership brings new dynamism to the Paris Country Club, where she will spearhead commercial strategy.

🍯 Gurpreet Singh Khalsa has been appointed as the new Chef Pâtissier at L’Auberge du Jeu de Paume. His international career began with the Oberoi group in India and included roles at Gaggan in Bangkok, Nadodi in Kuala Lumpur, and Tres in New Delhi. He has also worked at prestigious European venues like L'Atelier de Joël Robuchon in Paris and the Château de Germigney. Known for his creative flair, Khalsa brings a unique global influence to his craft.

🏨 YOTEL aims to double its hotel portfolio to 15,000 rooms by 2030. Phil Andreopoulos, with extensive hospitality experience, joins as a key leader to strengthen revenue and loyalty programs. Talal Al Bahar, Chairman, cites YOTEL's 15-year success and future growth plans. Hubert Viriot, instrumental in YOTEL's expansion, becomes Vice Chairman to continue supporting strategic vision. The company focuses on expanding managed and franchised operations in key markets.