Hyatt names Stephen Ho Asia Pacific group president, effective Jan. 1, 2027
H•Hyatt appointed Stephen Ho group president, Asia Pacific, effective Jan. 1, 2027. David Udell will retire from his current role on Dec. 31, 2026, and remain as a senior advisor.
1. Leadership changes
Ho, currently president, Greater China & Growth, Asia Pacific, has more than 40 years of hospitality leadership experience. Udell has led the region since 2014 and will focus as senior advisor on developing future hospitality leaders and supporting the luxury business.
