Amy Leahy
Kimpton Gray Hotel has appointed Amy Leahy as director of sales and marketing, bringing more than a decade of hospitality experience and a people-first leadership style to the landmark Loop property. She joins from Kimpton Hotel Monaco Chicago, where she led sales during a brand repositioning. At The Gray, Leahy will oversee sales and marketing strategy with a focus on team growth, partnerships and long-term positioning.
Laura Villalobos
Auberge Resorts Collection has appointed Laura Villalobos as general manager of Etéreo, Auberge Resorts Collection, the oceanfront retreat within the exclusive Kanai development on Mexico’s Riviera Maya. With over 20 years of experience, Villalobos is known for her operational expertise and passion for creating meaningful guest experiences. She joins from Four Seasons Hotel Mexico City, where she helped reposition the property and will now oversee Etéreo’s operations, team culture and guest experience strategy.
Pascal Billard
Dorchester Collection is pleased to announce the appointment of Pascal Billard as general manager of Le Meurice in Paris. Billard is not new to the Dorchester Collection brand as he served as resident manager at Le Meurice’s sister Parisian hotel, Hôtel Plaza Athénée, from 2009 to 2013. With more than 35 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Billard joins Le Meurice after having held the position of general manager at Majestic Hotel & Spa Barcelona for the past 12 years.
Jim Redington
JW Marriott Chicago has appointed Jim Redington as general manager, bringing more than 30 years of hospitality experience and a strong background in luxury and lifestyle operations. Known for driving performance and fostering team culture, he joins from Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center, where he oversaw a $90 million renovation. At JW Marriott Chicago, Redington will lead operations, focusing on guest satisfaction, team development and continued excellence in service and experience.
John Wielenberg
Montage Healdsburg has appointed John Wielenberg as hotel manager, overseeing daily operations for the resort’s 258-acre retreat in Sonoma Wine Country. With more than 15 years of luxury hospitality experience, he is known for his collaborative leadership and commitment to service excellence. Wielenberg joins from Pendry West Hollywood, where he led key departments and supported acclaimed culinary programs. At Montage Healdsburg, he will focus on elevating operations and guest experiences across the property.
Tommasi Moccia and Marcus Ong
Hotel Seville NoMad, Unbound Collection by Hyatt, has appointed Tommasi Moccia as general manager and Marcus Ong as director of sales and marketing ahead of the property’s multi-million-dollar renovation. Together, they bring over 40 years of combined hospitality experience in the New York market; Moccia joins from Hyatt Grand Central New York and Ong from Hyatt Regency Greenwich. They will guide Hotel Seville NoMad’s revitalization, focusing on culture, cuisine and connection.
Melissa Egan
The Statler, Curio Collection by Hilton, has appointed Melissa Egan as director of sales and marketing. Bringing more than a decade of hospitality experience, she is known for her expertise in brand transitions and strategic market growth. Egan joins from Dallas Marriott Suites, where she led the property to exceed revenue goals and earned Hotel of the Year recognition. At The Statler, she will oversee sales and marketing initiatives for the downtown Dallas hotel.
Mabyn Pappas
Louisville Tourism has appointed Mabyn Pappas as destination services manager, supporting convention groups across the education, state, veterans and legal/government/public affairs sectors. She will work with events utilizing 300 or fewer hotel rooms on peak nights. Pappas joins from Kentucky International Convention Center, where she served as sales coordinator and brings prior experience in advertising, hotel convention services and event production.
Ryan Fitzgerald
Hilton has appointed Ryan Fitzgerald as general manager of the 247-room Conrad Indianapolis. With more than 20 years of luxury hospitality experience, he joins from Waldorf Astoria Orlando, where he led a resort-wide transformation and earned Forbes Four Star recognition. Fitzgerald has also held leadership roles at Arizona Biltmore, Loews Philadelphia and The Kahala Hotel & Resort. At Conrad Indianapolis, he will oversee operations and lead the hotel’s guest experience and performance.
Christian González
Auberge Resorts Collection has appointed Christian González as general manager of Susurros del Corazón, Auberge Resorts Collection, in Punta de Mita, Mexico. With more than 25 years of luxury hospitality experience, González is known for creating culturally immersive guest experiences and leading with authenticity. Raised in nearby Puerto Vallarta, he brings a deep connection to the region and will oversee operations.
