Hyatt Names New Head of the Americas

Hyatt Hotels Corporation is making a major leadership change in the Americas region, naming longtime executive Adam Rohman as the company’s new Head of Americas, effective July 1, 2026.

Rohman will succeed Pete Sears, who is retiring after a nearly 40-year career with Hyatt, the company announced this week.

The move puts Rohman in charge of Hyatt’s operations across the Americas, including hotels within the company’s Classics, Essentials and Luxury portfolios. He will also oversee global brand strategy for Hyatt’s Classics and Essentials brands.

Hyatt said Rohman currently serves as Senior Vice President, Investor Relations, Global Financial Planning and Analysis, and Treasurer.

“Adam is a highly respected leader with deep knowledge of our business, strong relationships across our organization and a proven track record of disciplined, strategic leadership,” said Mark Hoplamazian, Hyatt’s chairman, president and chief executive officer. “I have great confidence in Adam as he leads the Americas region into its next chapter and continues building on the foundation firmly established under Pete’s leadership.”

A Longtime Hyatt Executive

Rohman brings more than 20 years with Hyatt to the role.

According to the company, he began his career in property-level finance positions before advancing through senior finance and operational leadership roles across the organization. His previous positions have included Senior Vice President of Finance for the Americas and Global Head of Asset Management.

Hyatt said Rohman’s background includes close work with owners, operators and hotel teams across the company’s portfolio.

“Adam understands our business deeply and appreciates the importance of strong relationships with owners, operators, guests and colleagues,” Hoplamazian said. “His thoughtful leadership style and commitment to Hyatt’s culture position him well for this role.”

Pete Sears Staying on as Senior Advisor

Sears and Rohman are expected to work together during the leadership transition over the coming months.

Hyatt said Sears will continue supporting the company in a Senior Advisor role after June 30 to help maintain continuity across strategic priorities and key relationships.

The company also confirmed that a search is currently underway for Rohman’s successor in his existing finance leadership role.

The leadership transition comes during a period of continued expansion for Hyatt across the Caribbean and Latin America, where the company has continued growing both its luxury and all-inclusive portfolios in destinations including Mexico, Jamaica, St. Lucia and the Dominican Republic