Sebastian WurstThanos Hotels has announced that Sebastian Wurst has been appointed General Manager of Anassa. Mr. Wurst assumes the role after two and a half years as General Manager at Hôtel Plaza Athénée, New York, where he first started in 1997 as Assistant Manager in the Front Office. Born in Germany, Mr. Wurst joins Anassa with a wealth of industry experience in international hospitality; beginning his career at the Kempinski Hotel Gravenbruch, Frankfurt, in 1993, he completed an Apprenticeship and Bachelor’s Degree in Hotel Management and learnt to speak French and English fluently. From Frankfurt, Mr. Wurst moved to New York City where his 17 years of service at Hôtel Plaza Athénée culminated in his appointment as General Manager. Amongst other things, during his time at Hôtel Plaza Athénée Mr. Wurst was significantly involved in the large-scale renovations of the rooms, public space, spa and gym at the hotel.