Benchmark named Kristina Turner area director of marketing for the Villas of Grand Cypress, a Gemstone Collection property, and The Grove Resort & Spa Orlando, a Benchmark Resorts & Hotels property that opened its first phase on March 10.

Eugene, Cascades & Coast – Travel Lane County announced Janelle Breedlove as the new government meeting manager.

Wyndham Grand Rio Mar Beach Resort & Spa announced the appointment of Katherine Beja-McLennan as the resort’s new director of sales and marketing.

Barnsley Resort announced the arrival of Buddy Nichols as the new director of sporting & recreation.

Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort announced the appointment of Michael Jokovich as area vice president and general manager. He will oversee the day-to-day operations of the 15-acre beachfront resort.

Grass Roots Meetings & Events US appointed Howard Givner as new Managing Director and Head of Americas for the Meetings & Events Division.

The Wigwam named Martin Greenwood vice president, managing director and general manager.

Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza announced its recent hire of Walter F. Nemeth, CPCE, as director of catering. Nemeth will be responsible for social catering sales and working with the culinary team to enhance and deliver unparalleled events to wedding, gala and corporate clients.

VisitPITTSBURGH hired Michelyn Tinor as its new national sales director.

Event Leadership Institute hired industry education expert Michael Granek, CSEP, MBA, PID as president & chief operating officer to help lead the organization’s growth and development.