This page names who runs the 5 hotels run by Starwood Hotels on the world's leading hotel lists, each with a dated source. It is part of the full record of who runs the world's best hotels and changes as appointments are confirmed. Its hotels on the list carry 2 brands: 1 Hotels (4), Baccarat Hotels (1).
Last updated 14 November 2026. 5 hotels in 4 countries. Methodology and corrections.
Who leads Starwood Hotels
The executive leadership of Starwood Hotels, as the company's own website lists it (source, read 14 November 2026). Formerly SH Hotels & Resorts.
- Barry S. Sternlicht, Chairman
- Raul Leal, Chief Executive Officer
- Abhay Bakaya, Chief Development Officer
- Clio Knowles, Chief People Officer
- Denise Walker, Chief Information Officer
- Jonathan Heath, Executive Vice President, Food and Beverage and Hotel Operations
- Bill Lloyd, Executive Vice President, Finance
The hotels and who runs them
1 Hotels
| Hotel | General Manager | Executive Chef |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Hotel MelbourneMelbourne, Australia | Johannes BrosemannHotel Manager (source, 21 October 2024) | Josh Bosen |
| 1 Hotel TorontoToronto, Canada | Anthony Campaniaris (source, 15 April 2024) | Derek Powers Jr. |
| 1 Hotel CopenhagenCopenhagen, Denmark | Felix Schaller (source, 15 April 2024) | |
| 1 Hotel Hanalei BayIsland of Kauai, United States | Nicholas GoldVice President of Operations (source, 15 April 2024) |
Baccarat Hotels
| Hotel | General Manager | Executive Chef |
|---|---|---|
| Baccarat Hotel New YorkNew York, United StatesForbes Five Star | Israël Benyaïr (source, 19 December 2025) | Isaac Olivo |
From the book
How do the general managers of the world's leading hotels approach the job? It is the question behind The Luxury of Attention.
The lists covered and how each name is confirmed are set out on the main page. Independent hotels are listed there and by country. Corrections are welcome at press@theluxuryofattention.com.