Jose Carlos Curci returns to The Umstead Hotel and Spa as General Manager, previously serving in several key roles at The Umstead, including Director of Banquets and Director of Food & Beverage.

Nestled along Georgia’s picturesque coastline, The Westin Jekyll Island Beach Resort offers an ideal blend of relaxation, luxury, and Southern hospitality.

Hotel Drover, Autograph Collection has added another accolade to its trophy room, earning Hotel of the Year honors in the Marriott International U.S. & Canada Hospitality Excellence Awards.

Welcome new member, Mark McFetridge, Director, Hotel Operations of Pinehurst Resort & Country Club!

The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort earns Condé Nast Traveler “Triple Crown” Distinction, placing it among the world’s most distinguished hotels.

David Mars, SIA Past President, is now the General Manager of Margaritaville Resort at the Wharf in Orange Beach, AL where he will be leading the pre-opening and long-term positioning of a flagship resort development at The Wharf, opening December 2027,

Salamander Middleburg has been recognized again as a Forbes Travel Guide Triple Five-Star destination.

Tucked within the sparkling waterways of Pine Island Sound, Useppa Island is a rare, 100‑acre, bridgeless private island club that feels worlds away.

SIA extends a warm welcome to Sarah Caylor, Director with Porter Street Purchasing located in Richmond, VA.

Enseo unveils a refreshed brand and renewed focus on powering modern hospitality.

SIA members awarded in Southern Living Magazine 2026 South’s Best Awards. 

The Colony Palm Beach was named Best Luxury Collaboration of the Year 2026 by Forbes Travel Guide.