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Appointment General Management

Dorian Rommel has been appointed as General Manager at Capella Shanghai, Jian Ye Li

Capella
Shanghai, China
Dorian Rommel
Dorian Rommel has been appointed as the general manager of Capella Shanghai, Jian Ye Li, which is scheduled to open in March 2017. Located within the cultural preservation zone of Shanghai’s Xuhui District, Capella Shanghai occupies the last remaining “shikumen” heritage estate, which dates back to the 1930s.With 20 years of luxury hospitality experience in the gateway cities of the United States of America, United Kingdom, Switzerland, Singapore as well as China, Dorian has a proven track record in delivering service excellence and creating authentic experiences for the discerning clientele. Dorian’s career has advanced through the ranks with some of the world’s most recognized brands like the Waldorf Astoria, Four Seasons, St. Regis and most recently, Shangri-La. In his new pioneering role as the pre-opening champion, Dorian will provide strategic guidance for the 55 heritage villas, 40 serviced residences, a French restaurant as well as The Gallery, which is a collection of restaurants and retail brands. After beginning his academic pursuits at the Hotel School Monaco, Dorian has since enriched his hospitality training at Cornell University and an Executive MBA from Reims Management School.

Dorian Rommel is an alumnus of Cornell | Executive and Professional Education – Class of 2000.

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The Capella Hotels and Resorts collection consists of properties in Singapore, Bangkok, Ubud, Shanghai, Sanya, and Düsseldorf. Joining the portfolio later this year is Capella Hanoi, designed by world-renowned architect Bill Bensley. Set to open in the coming years include properties in the Maldives, Sydney, and Chiang Mai. Capella Hotels and Resorts was named 2nd Best Hotel Brand in the World in the Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards 2020.