MUMBAI, INDIA—Fairmont Mumbai has announced the elevation of Shamoyel Ozair to Associate Director of Rooms & Sustainability for Fairmont Mumbai and Roswyn, A Morgans Originals Hotel. Having played a pivotal role in the successful pre-opening and operational journey of the hotel, Shamoyel has been instrumental in driving excellence across rooms operations, housekeeping, guest experience, and sustainability initiatives. His elevation reflects the hotel’s confidence in his leadership capabilities, operational expertise, and commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences while championing sustainable hospitality practices across the property. With over 16 years of experience in luxury hospitality, Shamoyel brings extensive expertise spanning rooms division operations,...

NEW YORK—The 48th annual NYU International Hospitality Investment Forum (NYU IHIF), operated by Questex, a leading information services and event company, in partnership with the NYU School of Professional Studies (NYU SPS) and its Jonathan M. Tisch Center of Hospitality, announced that Danny Meyer, Founder and Executive Chairman, Union Square Hospitality Group (USHG) received the Jonathan Tisch Active Citizenship Award. The award celebrates the positive impact and achievements of a leader in the hospitality industry. “It was an honor to present Danny with the Jonathan Tisch Active Citizenship Award. He is widely respected throughout the hospitality industry and has truly raised the bar with his commitment...

SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK—Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti has appointed Mary Bowens as General Manager. Bowens brings more than 25 years of experience with Four Seasons to her new position at the lodge within Serengeti National Park. Bowens previously served as Resort Manager at Four Seasons Resort Seychelles. She began her career with Four Seasons in 2001 at the former Four Seasons Hotel Dublin and has held roles in front office, housekeeping, and rooms across properties in Chicago, Seattle, Maui, Toronto, Sydney, and Bali. In her new role, Bowens will oversee all aspects of lodge operations at Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti,...

LAGUNA BEACH, CALIF.—Soul Community Planet (SCP) Hotels announces the appointment of Katie Cahill as General Manager of its two Laguna Beach hotels—the Laguna Surf Lodge by SCP Hotels and SCP Seven4One Hotel. Bringing a thoughtful, guest-centric approach shaped by years of boutique hospitality experience in New York, Los Angeles, and Laguna Beach, Cahill will oversee operations and guest experiences for both of SCP’s Laguna Beach hotels. Known for her hands-on leadership style and intuitive hospitality approach, Cahill has built her career around transforming hotel operations into memorable, service-driven experiences. Throughout her hospitality career, she has developed a reputation for fostering strong team culture while...

DENVER—Under Canvas, the leader in upscale, outdoor hospitality, announced the appointment of Noah Brodsky as CEO. Brodsky succeeds Matt Gaghen, who has served as CEO since 2020 and helped transform Under Canvas into a scaled, multi-brand hospitality platform with a portfolio spanning some of the country’s most sought-after national park gateways and outdoor destinations. Gaghen will transition to Executive Chairman through the end of 2026, after which he will join the Under Canvas Board of Directors. “Over the past several years, Under Canvas has expanded into 17 landmark destinations, including the launch of ULUM, a luxury, outdoor resort brand, and...

CHICAGO—Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago announces its 2026 Artist-in-Residence with photographer Ronnie Frey. From May 13 through November 15, 2026, the exhibition showcases Frey’s distinct perspective on Chicago’s architectural landscape—capturing both iconic landmarks and overlooked details through his celebrated Doorways of Chicago series. Set within the iconic Aqua Tower, designed by Jeanne Gang, the upscale property provides a natural backdrop for Frey’s work, which explores the character, history, and design language embedded in Chicago’s streetscapes. Together, the setting and exhibition create a compelling dialogue between the building’s form and the city’s architectural details captured in Frey’s work. The residency coincides with the debut of Frey’s...

CHIANG MAI, THAILAND—Meliá Chiang Mai’s executive chef Suksant Chutinthratip, known as Chef Billy, has been lauded with the prestigious Chiang Mai Green Kitchen “Green People” Award for his pioneering work building a more sustainable food system. Meliá Chiang Mai’s restaurants Laan Ha Kitchen and MAI Restaurant and Bar have also each been awarded the prestigious “Chiang Mai Green Kitchen” certificate the fourth consecutive year for ongoing sustainability efforts as part of Thailand’s Green Kitchen project. Supported by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) and the Thai Health Promotion Foundation, Green Kitchen 2026 promotes organic and sustainable food concepts with participation from 44...

LAAMU ATOLL, MALDIVES—Six Senses Laamu announced the appointment of Laura Jones as Director of Sustainability and Conservation, leading the resort’s sustainability strategy and overseeing the impact of the Maldives Underwater Initiative (MUI). With a background spanning marine ecosystem research, ESG strategy, and community engagement across nonprofit, corporate, and academic sectors, Jones brings a science-driven and community-centered approach to regenerative hospitality. Her experience advancing sustainability initiatives in tropical coastal environments positions her strongly to guide Six Senses Laamu’s long-term conservation vision. General Manager Marteyne van Well comments, “Laura’s expertise in marine conservation and ESG strategy strengthens our commitment to regenerative tourism in the Maldives. Sustainability...

BAA ATOLL, REPUBLIC OF MALDIVES—Vakkaru Maldives has appointed Mehdi Boudault as Marine Biologist, further reinforcing the resort’s long-standing commitment to marine stewardship within the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve of Baa Atoll. A French marine biologist, scientific diver and PADI Master Scuba Diver Trainer, Boudault holds a master’s degree in biology, ecology and evolution, specializing in tropical marine ecosystems. His academic training is complemented by extensive field experience across the Indian Ocean and the Red Sea, where he has led and contributed to coral restoration, nursery construction and reef monitoring initiatives. In the Seychelles, Boudault served as Scientific Diver and Marine Biologist with Nature...

TETIAROA, FRENCH POLYNESIA—The Brando, a luxury resort on French Polynesia’s private atoll of Tetiaroa, is pleased to announce the appointment of Christophe Adam as General Manager. A seasoned luxury hospitality professional, Christophe Adam brings extensive international experience in the hotel and tourism industry. Christophe’s career spans over twenty years, including the last two decades spent in the Indian Ocean, notably in Réunion Island and the Maldives, where he held several executive positions in prestigious properties, from independent boutique hotels to major hospitality groups. His versatile profile, combining strategic thinking with hands-on leadership, has enabled him to successfully manage complex projects in...