Michael Murphyichael Murphy has been appointed general manager of Six Senses Qing Cheng Mountain, the group’s premier property being developed in China. Scheduled to open in early 2015, the stunning property is located at the picturesque gateway to the majestic Qing Cheng Mountain and has been created to complement the UNESCO World Heritage & Natural Cultural site nearby to Dujiangyan. Michael’s career has seen him working in the Asia region for over 20 years and in China since 2005. His most recent roles include pre-opening general manager of Howard Johnson Hi-Tech Plaza Chengdu and chief operating officer of Landison Tourism Group Co., Ltd. Starting his career as a management trainee at Hilton Hong Kong more than two decades ago, he continuously progressed in food and beverage and general management positions in five-star properties in Japan, Vietnam, Indonesia, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Thailand and Bahamas. He has an extensive and diverse management background with leading hotel and resort groups, an exclusive private club and a high-end residential and resort development.