Nombramientos

💻 Christian Fleck has been appointed as CEO of Mapal, a leading European hospitality operations platform. Previously, Fleck held senior roles at The Access Group and LexisNexis. Jorge Lurueña, Mapal's founder, becomes President, focusing on long-term strategy and product innovation. Backed by Eurazeo and PSG, Mapal aims to expand internationally and enhance its AI-driven hospitality solutions, solidifying its leadership in the sector. This leadership transition supports Mapal's growth and global expansion plans.

🏠 Leo Messi, in early 2025, transitioned the management of his MiM hotel chain to The Meliá Collection. Previously managed by Majestic Hotel Group, Messi's decision was strategic, aligning with the creation of a SOCIMI for his hotels, aiming for stock market entry. SOCIMIs offer tax benefits, requiring assets like hotels to be rental properties, conflicting with Majestic's management-centric approach. The MiM Andorra, opened in 2022, was the last under Majestic's management. Despite changes, relations remain amicable.

📈 Civitatis has appointed Arturo Moreno as Chief Supply & Data Officer to direct the new executive division of supply, emphasizing data-driven strategies. After six years as Chief Strategy & Data Officer, Moreno will now focus on inventory management and balancing supply and demand. The company aims to create a more competitive marketplace with increased providers. Enrique Espinel notes the goal of offering the best, most accessible activities, while Inma López continues leading commercial operations and operator relations.

✈️ Héctor's aviation journey began in 2018 as a baggage handling agent while he was still a university student. He later transitioned to passenger services, handling boarding and check-in. With time, he took on flight coordination, collaborating with ground coordination, fueling, passenger assistance, boarding gates, and platform services. Now, a member of the cabin crew at Iberia Express, Héctor values the comprehensive experience gained across various roles within the airline.

💰 James Bilefield joins HBX Group as non-executive chairman today. His appointment will be proposed in February 2026, coinciding with Richard Solomons' departure. HBX posted FY2025 losses of €69.5M after going public, while transaction value grew 8% to €8.2B. Revenues rose 5% to €720M, with adjusted EBITDA up 10% to €431M, achieving a 60% margin. The company reduced net debt to 1.5x EBITDA and cash conversion hit 101%, despite geopolitical and economic uncertainties.

📈 David Vidal será el nuevo director general de Amadeus para España y Portugal a partir de enero 2025. Reemplaza a Christian Boutin, quien asumirá un rol global en Amadeus Hospitality. Vidal, con más de 10 años en Amadeus, anteriormente fue director comercial en España. Ha trabajado en Air Europa y Viva Tours. La empresa confía en su capacidad para fortalecer relaciones con clientes y avanzar en la transformación digital del sector turístico.

🚀 Air Europa and OK Mobility have partnered to enhance the "Suma" loyalty program, benefiting over 3 million members. When? Announced during Air Europa CEO Richard Clark's visit to OK Mobility's headquarters in Palma de Mallorca. What? Members can now rent vehicles and earn miles per booking. How? Strategic agreement aims to boost customer loyalty and expand international standing for both companies. Why? To offer more comprehensive and personalized travel solutions.

📈 Endika Ormaeche becomes Ávoris' new Director General of Distribution, effective November 2025, continuing to report to Juan Carlos González. Ormaeche joined Ávoris in May 2023, previously leading Dit Gestión and Gea integration. He'll collaborate with Javier Castillo for enhanced synergies. Tomeu Benassar, appointed in November, will manage online channels like Welcomebeds and Welcometickets, taking over some of Ormaeche's responsibilities.

📈 Genna Panagopoulos fue nombrada vicepresidenta de Desarrollo para Norteamérica en Minor Hotels, tras más de 14 años en IHG. Minor Hotels, con 560 propiedades en 59 países, planea expandirse en EE. UU. y Canadá, impulsando acuerdos de franquicia y gestión. El objetivo es llegar a 850 hoteles para 2027. Laia Lahoz destacó su experiencia en modelos asset-light y alianzas a largo plazo como claves para el crecimiento en lujo y lifestyle.

🏨 Jorge Manzur, with over two decades in luxury hotel management, becomes the leader of Hotel Don Carlos Marbella, aiming to solidify its status on Costa del Sol. Sandra Caballé continues her directorship role. Meanwhile, Javier Friera takes over as General Director at Anantara Villa Padierna Palace, with a career spanning over 30 years. The resort, known for its “hotel museum” experience and over 1,200 art pieces, seeks to enhance its luxury tourism standing in Southern Spain.