Joanna Liang
Appointed General Manager
At Marco Polo Changzhou, China
Prior to her return, she held the position of general manager at Artisse Place Shenzhen Hotel Residence, where she led the hotel's pre-opening team into its launch.
Liang's 24-year track record began in hotel operations, with a focus on rooms. During her previous stint with Wharf Hotels, her roles included executive assistant manager of rooms at Niccolo Changsha, and director of rooms at Niccolo Chengdu.
Wharf Hotels
Emanating the spirit of discovery, Wharf Hotels, a wholly owned subsidiary of The Wharf (Holdings) Ltd, is based in Hong Kong and currently operates 17 owned or managed hotels under Niccolo or Marco Polo Hotels in Hong Kong, China and the Philippines.
Recent Appointments at Wharf Hotels![]()
Alice Au - Group Director Digital Marketing
8 December 2020 — Educated in Hong Kong SAR, Alice is an MBA graduate of the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. Holding over 20 years of experience in customer-centric marketing management specialising in automated and integrated marketing, Alice will spearhead the group's intensifying digital transformation.
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Michael Poutawa - Group Director Restaurants, Bars & Events
4 November 2020 — Wharf Hotels is pleased to announce the appointment of Michael Poutawa as its new Group Director Restaurants, Bars & Events.
Having held senior positions with luxury hotel groups in China, Thailand and Doha, and a frequent host to heads of state forums, Michael holds over 20 years of culinary and hospitality experience.
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Patrick See - Group Director Finance
28 September 2020 — Wharf Hotels is pleased to announce the appointment of Patrick See as Group Director Finance.
Spearheading the group's business strategy, Patrick will continue to evolve innovative finance structures, processes and effective controls, further strengthening risk management practices, as well as developing and mentoring our Finance executives across the region.
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