ICCA names new senior director
The International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA) has appointed Alexander Alles as its senior director of advocacy and sustainability.
Alles will join ICCA on April 1, moving over from the Joint Meetings Industry Council (JMIC) where he has been the executive director since August 2022.
This is a new role for the association, as it looks to elevate two critical issues for the meetings industry.
“Advocacy and sustainability are central to our mission, and ICCA is making a purposeful investment to lead boldly in both areas,” said ICCA CEO, Senthil Gopinath.
“This senior role strengthens our ability to deliver meaningful strategies, support our global community and move our industry from ambition to action.”
Alles said he was “honoured” to be joining ICCA “at such an important moment for the business events industry”.
“I look forward to supporting ICCA’s vision by advancing a strong global advocacy agenda and helping embed sustainability – particularly the Net Zero Carbon Events framework – across the ecosystem to accelerate real, measurable progress.”
New GM for Peppers Gallery Hotel Canberra
Manoj Ramisetti is the new general manager for the 80-room heritage hotel in the national capital.
Ramisetti’s leadership was confirmed as Trilogy Hotels took over management of the hotel last month.
“I am thrilled to remain with Peppers Gallery Hotel Canberra as it joins the Trilogy Hotels team,” he said.
“I look forward to leading the hotel as it enters an exciting phase of refurbishment and reinvigoration.”
Ramisetti has held previous roles with Pullman, Hilton and IHG Hotels and Resorts, working across Australia and internationally, including in Japan, India and Ireland.
Cluster director of marketing announced for Sydney Sheraton properties
Kate Leff is the new cluster director of marketing for Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park and Four Points by Sheraton Sydney Central Park.
Leff has joined the Sydney properties from elsewhere in the Sheraton brand, having been director of marketing for Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort Port Douglas until February, when she started her new Sydney position.
Leff brings more 15 years of experience in luxury hospitality to her new role, having worked in a variety of sales and marketing roles with hotels, as well as in restaurants and on super yachts.
“We are thrilled to welcome Kate to our team,” said Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park’s general manager, David Lance.
“Her leadership, creativity and deep understanding of the luxury hospitality market will be key in helping us continue to deliver exceptional experiences for our guests. We look forward to the opportunities her expertise will bring to our hotel.”
