Hotel executive moves: Accor, East-West, Mandarin, Omni

Here is a compilation of the most important executive moves of the past week in the hotel investment world, alphabetically (by company):

Accor names CEO for South Asia. Accor has appointed Ranju Alex as its CEO for South Asia (covering India, Bangladesh, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka). Ranju was most recently the regional vice president for South Asia for Marriott International and began her career with The Oberoi Group in 1993. She has held several leadership positions at Marriott.

New CDO for East-West Hospitality. Avon, Colorado-based East West Hospitality has appointed Kevin Graham as chief development officer. Graham began his career with the company in 1996 in acquisitions and most recently served as COO.

New CIO for Mandarin Oriental. Rapheal Bick has been appointed chief information officer at Hong Kong-based Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group. Bick brings over 20 years of experience in technology, digital and AI, having led transformations for global consumer-facing businesses, including those in hospitality and retail. He has worked across Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and the U.S.

New C-suite exec for Omni. Dallas-based Omni Hotels & Resorts has promoted Laura Trussell McKoy to chief creative officer. In this role, she will continue to lead the interior design for both renovations and new developments while overseeing the brand’s overall creative vision. She will also collaborate closely with marketing and operations. McKoy joined Omni in February 2007 and later advanced to creative director and vice president, interior design. During her tenure, she founded the Omni Hotels & Resorts Design Studio. Before joining Omni, McKoy held design leadership positions with CNL Hotels and Resorts and BBGM Architects and Interiors.

Treebo elevates founding partner. Bengaluru, India-based Treebo Hospitality Ventures (THV) has elevated Hardik Goyal to the position of founding partner. Having been associated with THV since its inception 10 years ago, Goyal has played a pivotal role in shaping the company’s vision. He will also continue to serve as chief commercial officer.