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Sarah Shaw is a content writer that doesn't make you want to fake a meeting. She's curious about the mechanics of how things actually work, spots the slip between intention and reality, and writes for people who need to know "what's in it for me?" Her storytelling turns corporate speak into conversations. Witty when it counts, invested in her readers, and genuinely playful about the serious stuff. Grab a seat, she's all ears.

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Appointments Watercolour portrait of Lavinia Chen, regional HR leader at Tim Hortons.

Lavinia Chen leads regional HR at Tim Hortons

Lavinia Chen’s regional HR leadership at Tim Hortons brings together employee development, practical pay benchmarking and an operational understanding of…

By Sarah Shaw ·
Appointments Wesley Ling, Vice President Human Resources at Regal Hotels International, watercolour portrait

Regal Hotels International appoints Wesley Ling as Vice President Human Resources

The former FundPark HR Director returns to hotels to lead human resources at one of Hong Kong's largest hotel operators.

By Sarah Shaw ·
Appointments Amar Lalvani, Hyatt Chief Creative Officer, watercolour portrait

Hyatt names Amar Lalvani as its first Chief Creative Officer

The former Standard International chief will shape brand distinctiveness across Hyatt's global portfolio while continuing to lead its Lifestyle Group.

By Sarah Shaw ·
Appointments Maria Strati joins Shedir Collection as Chief Commercial Officer wincwire

Maria Strati joins Shedir Collection as Chief Commercial Officer

The former J.K. Place Roma general manager takes charge of commercial strategy at the Rome-based luxury hotel group, weeks after…

By Sarah Shaw ·
Appointments Vincent Billiard appointed Chief Operating Officer of Cheval Blanc wincwire

Vincent Billiard appointed Chief Operating Officer of Cheval Blanc

The managing director of Hôtel de Crillon, A Rosewood Hotel joins LVMH Hotel Management's executive committee on 5 October, with…

By Sarah Shaw ·
Talent Acquisition & Recruitment Watercolour of a hotel employee introducing a candidate with a folder to a manager at the reception counter.

Employee referrals and internal mobility are hospitality’s most underrated hiring channels

Hilton filled 69% of general manager roles in its managed hotels from within last year. Referral schemes and promotion pathways…

By Sarah Shaw ·
Appointments Bastian Germer appointed General Manager of Park Hyatt Sydney wincwire

Bastian Germer appointed General Manager of Park Hyatt Sydney

Park Hyatt Sydney has appointed Bastian Germer as General Manager, bringing more than 30 years of luxury hospitality experience across…

By Sarah Shaw ·
Talent Acquisition & Recruitment Watercolour of an adult hospitality apprentice learning to fold a bed-sheet corner with guidance from an experienced housekeeping mentor.

Early careers in hospitality: demand is high, but the ladder is narrowing

Hilton received about 12,000 applications for 72 internships while UK youth unemployment climbed above 16%. Employers are testing new routes…

By Sarah Shaw ·
Appointments Marta Barceló Fontirroig appointed Vice-President EMEA at Barceló Hotel Group wincwire

Marta Barceló Fontirroig appointed Vice-President EMEA at Barceló Hotel Group

Barceló Hotel Group has appointed Marta Barceló Fontirroig as Vice-President EMEA, alongside her role as Chairwoman of Crestline Hotels &…

By Sarah Shaw ·
Talent Acquisition & Recruitment Watercolour of an experienced chef guiding an adult apprentice as she plates a dish in a hotel kitchen.

Skilled Worker visa reset forces UK hospitality to grow its own chefs

Home Office figures show sponsored visas for food preparation and hospitality trades have fallen 76% since chefs and hotel managers…

By Sarah Shaw ·