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Sofitel Kuala Lumpur Damansara names new GM, DOSM

Sofitel Kuala Lumpur Damansara names new GM, DOSMSeasoned hotelier and GM George Koumendakos is joined by new director of sales & marketing Vivian Choa.

Industry veteran Clarence Tan takes on new role at Hilton

Industry veteran Clarence Tan takes on new role at HiltonTan is appointed SVP development to lead Hilton's growth strategy in the region.

Accor has a new CEO for Raffles, Orient Express brands

Accor has a new CEO for Raffles, Orient Express brandsStephen Alden will lead the luxury portfolios from 3 May, including the launch of Orient Express' first property in Rome.

Who's taking over the CEO seat at PATA?

Who's taking over the CEO seat at PATA?Meet Liz Ortiguera, the multi-industry executive who will succeed Mario Hardy from mid-May.

CWT names new CEO

CWT names new CEOMichelle McKinney Frymire will take over on 1 May while Kurt Ekert will step down and move into advisor role.

Joanna Flint joins Mandarin Oriental as first-ever CCO

Joanna Flint joins Mandarin Oriental as first-ever CCOThe former Google exec takes over chief marketing officer, Jill Kluge, who will retire this September.

Erwann Mahe becomes Best Western Hotels' Asia MD

Erwann Mahe becomes Best Western Hotels' Asia MDIndustry veteran joins the hotel chain following executive roles at Red Planet Hotels and The Erawan Group.

Industry veteran returns to head ATTA

Industry veteran returns to head ATTASisdivachr Cheewarattanaporn is once again appointed president at Association of Thai Travel Agents.

New president Mario Zanetti to steer Costa Cruises ship

New president Mario Zanetti to steer Costa Cruises shipAt the same time, Roberto Alberti takes over as chief commercial officer.

Preferred Hotels & Resorts promotes Jonathan Newbury to head APAC

Preferred Hotels & Resorts promotes Jonathan Newbury to head APACNewbury has recently relocated from Chicago to Singapore for his new role as EVP of APAC.