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Susie Grynol resigns from HAC, appointed VP at Marriott International
The Hotel Association of Canada (HAC) has announced the resignation of Susie Grynol from her position as president and CEO, effective June 3rd, 2024
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Coast Hotels announces leadership changes
Coast Hotels Limited has announced a significant leadership transition aimed at propelling its expansion plans in the United States and driving exponential growth across North America by 2028.
As part of this strategic move, as of May 16th, 2024, Jin Sasaki, the current president of Coast Hotels Limited, will be relocating to Seattle, Wash., to assume the role of president & CEO of Coast Hotels USA, Inc., a newly established subsidiary of Coast Hotels Limited. With his extensive experience and proven track record in the hospitality sector, Sasaki is poised to spearhead Coast Hotels rapid expansion efforts throughout the US Pacific Northwest.
Simultaneously, Takamasa Machiura, currently holding a key leadership position within APA Hotels, will return to Vancouver, B.C., to serve as president & CEO of Coast Hotels Limited. Machiura brings a wealth of expertise and strategic vision to this role, having played an instrumental part in Coast Hotels growth journey thus far.
