Outside of his support for BWH Hotels, Patel has also served as Board Chairman for the Corbin Tourism & Convention Commission, was the first hotelier to chair the Kentucky Travel Industry Association and has served as an ambassador for the Asian American Hotel Owners Association.

“We are delighted to welcome John Mangelaars as Travelport’s new CEO. His deep expertise in technology and proven ability to revolutionize travel platforms make him the ideal leader for Travelport’s next chapter.” Said, John Swainson

His appointment marks a key step in the transformation of the resort into a five-star Thai sanctuary where Southern Thailand’s natural beauty, culture and barefoot luxury converge.

Over the years, Dattatraya has earned several industry recognitions, including the prestigious Taj Award for Business Excellence for Best Housekeeping Department in the Budget Segment for 2014–2015. He was also nominated for the BW Hotelier Awards 2022 in the Budget to Economy Hotel category.

To meet the growing demand for branded, standardised, and performance-focused hotels, THV underscores the unified leadership of Sanoj Santhosh Lal and Nikhil Joshi, who have been appointed as Regional Heads, Mid-Market Development.

With over twenty years’ experience in the luxury hospitality industry, Hotel La Palma has announced Giusy Guarracino as the landmark hotel’s new Managing Director, effective January 2026.

With over 22 years of extensive experience in Sales & Marketing across the hospitality sector, Sandeep joins Espire at a pivotal time as the organisation continues to strengthen its commercial capabilities and expand its footprint.

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His extensive industry expertise and vision for excellence are set to further enhance the resort’s commitment to delivering uplifting and memorable experiences.

Prior to his tenure at Hamad International Airport, Al-Khater held senior roles across QatarEnergy, driving business development, deal execution, and leading large-scale strategic and operational initiatives.