TFE Hotels has today announced several key leadership appointments for their Vibe Hotel Sydney Darling Harbour, dual branded Adina-Vibe Darwin Waterfront and Vibe Hotel Sydney properties.

Gabriel Polias, Hotel General Manager, Vibe Hotel Sydney Darling Harbour

SYDNEY: Veteran hotelier, Gabriel Polias, has spent more than 20 years managing luxury hotels in Australia and China. He joins Vibe Darling Harbour fresh from a stint with the Ovolo Woolloomooloo luxury boutique hotel in Sydney, where he has excelled at attracting both leisure and corporate clients, and in making every guest stay a memorable experience.

With a remarkable career that spans some of Sydney’s most celebrated hotels—including the Sydney Harbour Marriott, Sofitel Darling Harbour, and The Star—Gabriel brings a wealth of knowledge and innovation across both rooms and food and beverage operations.

Gabriel maintains the highlight of his career to date was his time in China where he managed various luxury hotels in Shanghai and Beijing and gained valuable insights into the complexities and nuances of the various markets, and in elevating guest experiences across borders/languages.

Brett Skinner, General Manager Adina-Vibe Darwin Waterfront

DARWIN: Veteran hotelier, Brett Skinner, is headed for a tropical sea change as the newly appointed General Manager of the dual-branded Adina-Vibe Darwin Waterfront. Brett has more than 20 years of hospitality experience in diverse markets across Australia – including prior experience in the Northern Territory - and brings a strong operational and commercial focus to the role.

In his most recent role, as General Manager of Novotel Newcastle Beach, Brett led strategic operations across rooms, food and beverage, and conferencing - driving business development and fostering team growth. Prior to this, he managed Novotel Darwin CBD, where he successfully increased market share and profitability, engaging closely with local government and industry stakeholders. At Cooinda Lodge Kakadu, he worked collaboratively with Traditional Owners, developing culturally immersive experiences and community-driven strategies.

TFE Hotel’s Senior Director of Operations ANZ, Tish Nyar, said Brett had a strong record of accomplishment - implementing growth strategies, enhanced operational efficiencies, and delivering strong financial results.

“Brett’s experience in food and beverage management, community engagement, and Indigenous partnerships makes him a valuable addition to our team,” Nyar said. “We are excited to have Brett on board as we look forward to a new chapter at Adina-Vibe Darwin Waterfront.”

Aalap Rammurthy, Executive Assistant Hotel Manager, Vibe Hotel Sydney.

Aalap Rammurthy has been promoted to Executive Assistant Hotel Manager at Vibe Hotel Sydney working with General Manager, Sid Singh. A graduate of the Blue Mountains International Hotel Management School, Aalap has a vast amount of experience and knowledge across multiple properties and brands.

Aalap began his TFE Hotels journey at Adina Apartment Hotel Surry Hills in 2016 as a Front Office Receptionist, quickly expanding his skill set with roles as a Night Auditor. In 2018, he took on greater responsibilities as Duty Manager at Travelodge Hotel Martin Place (THMP) before joining the relief team, taking placements from North Sydney to Canberra, including his most recent assignment as the Executive Assistant Manager at Hotel Kurrajong.

During the challenging COVID period, Aalap’s dedication was evident as he stepped into various relief roles, providing essential support and leadership in Homeless Accommodation at Adina Chippendale and Isolation Programs at Adina Sydney Airport.

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