Arun Nayar has taken over as Director Operations of The Pride group of hotels. An experienced hotelier with over 34 years of experience, he was previously Vice President Operations, Pride Hotels.

Rahul Bubber has joined Le Meridien Mauritius in the capacity of Director of Business Development.

Craig Smith, General Manager of the JW Marriott Phuket Resort & Spa, has been promoted to area vice president and will oversee properties in Thailand, Singapore, Indonesia, India and Pakistan. He will be based in Hong Kong.