CALGARY — David Spero is the new executive chef at the Calgary Marriott Downtown, responsible for all of the property's food and beverage operations.

TORONTO — Tim Reardon, general manager of The Westin Harbour Castle, announced on March 17 the appointment of Didier Dolivet as director of operations.

Victoria Behune, president and CEO of OTEC job grant training supplier, has announced key staffing changes at their Etobicoke, Ont. office.

TORONTO — Holiday Inn Toronto International Airport announced on March 3 that David Stempowski had been named association sales manager.

QUÉBEC CITY — Hilton Québec announced on March 2 that Simon Renaud has been appointed executive chef.

PHOENIX, ARIZ. — Best Western Hotels & Resorts recently announced the promotions of Tammy Lucas and Bruce Wienberg to vice-president positions.

David Cloutier is now director, franchising and development for Calgary-based Superior Lodging Corp. He joins the development team of Nigel Lucas in Toronto and Trevor Scott in Vancouver.

VAL D'OR, Que. — Alexandre Audet is the new general manager of the Val d'Or Quality Inn & Suites, president Fernand Trahan announced last week.

American Metalcraft’s Melamine Naturals Collection serving boards look like wood but are actually durable, washable, stain and oil-resistant melamine.

Available in one, two and four foot lengths, the SL12, SL24 and SL48 have options for an integrated occupancy sensor and battery backup.