Michael DelargyLe Méridien Kuala Lumpur is pleased to announce the appointment of Michael Delargy to the position of General Manager. Delargy will be responsible for the strategic direction, guest satisfaction and day to day operations of the newly renovated 420-room hotel. Delargy has over 20 years of international hospitality management experience, primarily in Asia, Africa and the Middle East. A native of Ireland, Delargy joined Starwood Hotels & Resorts in 1998 as a Manager in Technology Deployment for Africa, India and the Middle East. Prior to this he had spent time with Hilton International in both London and China. After being promoted to Vice President of Information Technology for Asia Pacific in 2000, Delargy returned to Hotel Operations in 2008 as Hotel Manager for the pre-opening 4,000 room Sheraton Macao, and then as general manager for Sheraton Pattaya Resort in Thailand. Prior to joining Le Méridien Kuala Lumpur, Delargy spent 3 years as General Manager of The Westin Nanjing, China. During his tenure there, Delargy was instrumental in improving guest satisfaction and gaining market share at the hotel. Delargy possesses a vast knowledge and extensive background in hospitality management. His top priority in his new role is to ensure that the newly renovated Le Méridien Kuala Lumpur continues to enhance its reputation as a leading 5-star hotel in the city. Outside the hotel, Delargy enjoys activities such as biking and running, and prefers to relax with his favourite glass of Irish single pot still Whiskey.