Armella Stepan’s career includes leadership roles with RIHGA Royal Hotel, Kempinski Hotels, Rosewood Hotels & Resorts, Shutters on the Beach and Hotel Casa del Mar. (photo courtesy of AKA Beverly Hills)

AKA Beverly Hills announced the appointment of Armella Stepan as managing director. An experienced luxury hospitality executive, Stepan brings a wealth of experience shaping elevated, experience-driven stays across some of the world’s most respected brands.

Stepan’s career spans leadership roles with globally recognized hospitality companies including RIHGA Royal Hotel, Kempinski Hotels, Rosewood Hotels & Resorts, Shutters on the Beach and Hotel Casa del Mar. With experience across major markets including Los Angeles, Miami, Dallas and the Caribbean, Stepan has developed a reputation for creating thoughtful, place-driven guest experiences that balance high-touch service with a strong sense of locality.

At AKA Beverly Hills, Stepan will lead the property’s vision for long-stay luxury, emphasizing privacy, flexibility and highly personalized service.

“What excites me most about joining AKA Beverly Hills is the opportunity to champion a more modern and intuitive approach to luxury living,” Stepan said. “There is a growing segment of travelers who want to feel truly connected to where they are, with service that moves at their pace and feels discreet, flexible and highly personalized. AKA Beverly Hills already delivers this in a meaningful way, which is what made this role so compelling.”

Stepan will focus on further strengthening the property’s connection to residents, deepening engagement with the Beverly Hills community and continuing to refine its long-stay offering.

“My priority is to build on what already exists and evolve it thoughtfully, ensuring the experience feels like a natural extension of our residents’ lives,” she added.

With Stepan’s leadership, AKA Beverly Hills is poised to further elevate its standing as a premier destination for discerning travelers seeking a more residential, custom approach to luxury hospitality. Balancing the space and comfort of a fully appointed luxury condominium with the style and hospitality of an intimate boutique hotel, the property offers beautifully designed spacious accommodations ideal for stays of a week, a month, or longer, with fully equipped kitchens, space for entertaining and thoughtful amenities that create a seamless blend of comfort, convenience and elevated service in the heart of Beverly Hills.

For information, visit stayaka.com. AKA Beverly Hills is located at 155 N. Crescent Drive.