Paul Fitzgerald is now General Manager of Hilton Alexandria Old Town in Virginia. Fitzgerald brings more than a decade of experience across several Hilton properties, most recently serving as hotel manager at the Hilton Baltimore Inner Harbor, where he oversaw operations across all departments. His career includes food and beverage roles at Hilton Boston Logan Airport, the former Madison Washington DC, A Hilton Hotel, and Washington Hilton.

Jessica Sibley is now Visit Orlando’s Sr. Director of Convention Sales. With more than 17 years of group sales experience, Sibley was director of sales for the Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort. She began her career at Reunion Resort, where she also served as group sales and catering sales manager. Sibley holds a Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Administration from Florida State University.

Michelle Gomez has been appointed Executive Chef of Dream Inn Santa Cruz. Gomez’s culinary journey began at just seven years old, working alongside her father in his Mexican restaurant. Gomez worked with The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection, where she contributed to pre-opening culinary operations. She is actively involved with Les Dames d’Escoffier, an organization dedicated to supporting and promoting women in the professions of food, wine, and hospitality.

Michael Cairns is now Director of Food and Beverage for the South Coast Winery Resort & Spa and Carter Estate Winery and Resort in Temecula, California. Carter Hospitality Group made the announcement. Cairns brings more than 25 years of experience across luxury resorts, private clubs and destination dining venues. Most recently, he served as director of food and beverage at Maui Country Club in Paia, Hawaii.

Andrew Buwalda had been named as the Vice President, Hospitality Operations within the Freed Hotels & Resorts hospitality portfolio. He has built a diverse career spanning operations, finance, and industry leadership. He has worked in Toronto and served as the vice president of finance & operations with the Hotel Association of Canada. He serves on the board of the Huntsville Hospital Foundation and Huntsville Municipal Accommodation Tax Association.

Diane Tomb has been named President & CEO of the American Cement Association (ACA). Tomb joins ACA from ACG Advocacy, where she served as a partner and advised clients on trade, housing, federal investment, energy, and infrastructure policy. She was CEO of the American Land Title Association (ALTA) as well as President of the National Rental Home Council. Tomb led the National Association of Women Business Owners.

Monica Day has joined the Public Affairs Council as senior manager, political affairs practice. She will ensure members have access to timely political intelligence and campaign finance insights and support them across the full spectrum of political affairs, including compliance, PAC management and fundraising. She will also manage the National PAC Conference and most recently served as political affairs and grassroots specialist at the American Hospital Association.