
Rebel Hotel Company has appointed Kelly Makino as Head of Human Resources, reinforcing its commitment to people-first leadership as the company scales its lifestyle, luxury, and independent hospitality portfolio. The appointment comes during a phase of accelerated growth and deliberate reinvestment in the platform, designed to support Rebel's expansion plans into 2026 and beyond.
An experienced people and culture leader, Makino brings a strong background in talent strategy, organizational development, and employee engagement within the hospitality sector. Previously serving in senior HR leadership roles, including Vice President of People & Culture at The Wurzak Hotel Group, she is known for aligning people initiatives with business performance and building high-performing teams. In her new role, Makino will lead Rebel's human resources function, supporting the company's continued growth and commitment to people-first leadership.
For more information about business development opportunities, please contact Jacob Wigdor (jacob.wigdor@rebelhotelco.com) or Mark LeBlanc (mark.leblanc@rebelhotelco.com).
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