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Marco Metge has been promoted to General Manager at Centara Grand at Central Plaza, Lardprao

Metge, a German national, has extensive experience in international hotel chains in Asia, the Middle East and Europe. He started his career at Mövenpick Hannover Airport Hotel in Germany in 1994. After three years he moved to Hyatt International in Germany before completing his graduate education in hospitality management at the IHK Hotel Management Academy.

Lincoln Barrett has been appointed as Vice President, Commercial - Asia, Middle East & Africa at IHG

Lincoln Barrett formerly vice president of distribution & relationship marketing for IHG’s Greater China region, has moved to Bangkok to take on the role of vice president, commercial for AMEA. In his new role, he is accountable for driving overall revenue of the company’s managed hotels across the region through the company’s system, tools and processes.

Tanasak Vanichavit has been appointed as Hotel Manager at Maitria Hotel Sukhumvit 18

Prior to joining Maitria Hotel Sukhumvit 18, Mr. Tanasak honed his hospitality skills with the Ascott Group, first as Guest Service Manager. Subsequently he earned recognition for his initiative and leadership qualities and, rising through increasingly responsible management positions, he was promoted to Assistant Resident Manager at Ascott Sathorn Bangkok, a post he held until his present appointment. Maitria Hotel Sukhumvit 18 is crafted from the heritage of Chatrium Hotels & Residences deep-rooted passion for genuine hospitality. The name “Maitria” is derived from Sanskrit and means “friendship, kindness and connection”, values that are at heart of the hotel’s service and hospitality tailored to the needs of the smart independent traveler.

Leanne Harwood has been appointed as Vice President of Operations for South East Asia at IHG - InterContinental Hotels Group

Leanne Harwood, formerly Vice President, Commercial for AMEA, has been appointed Vice President of Operations for South East Asia. Leanne has spent nearly 10 years with IHG across various sales, marketing and revenue functions where she played a key role in driving the group’s revenue growth in the region. In her new role, Leanne is responsible for the operations and performance of nearly 50 hotels across seven countries in South East Asia and the 51 hotels in the company’s development pipeline in the region. She will continue to be based in Bangkok, Thailand, where she will lead IHG’s local corporate office.

Chanelle Garvey has been appointed as Sales and Marketing Director at Sofitel Bangkok Sukhumvit

Since breaking into the hospitality industry in 1991, Garvey has also worked for the Sheraton, Stamford and Radisson hotel chains. At the Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila, she managed more than 40 staff in six departments and developed and implemented strategies to improve performance. Garvey also successfully relaunched the hotel’s flagship restaurant, Spiral, following a multi-million-dollar renovation. Opened in April 2012, the Sofitel Bangkok Sukhumvit has made a name for itself in the luxury hotel market by marrying French elegance with Thai hospitality and design. Inspired by the art deco period, the 345-room, limestone-steel-and-glass structure extends 32 stories above Sukhumvit Road and is capped by L'Appart, a Parisian-styled eatery and lounge designed to look and feel like a lavish penthouse apartment.

Rajat Chatterjee has been appointed as General Manager at the Bangkok Marriott Hotel Sukhumvit

Khun Rajat Chatterjee was recently appointed as the new General Manager of the Bangkok Marriott Hotel Sukhumvit. A veteran hotelier hailed from some of the most prestigious Marriott establishments and most recently Dubai Marriott Harbour Hotel and Suites, Khun Rajat is no stranger to the luxury travel scenes. His arrival brings much anticipation to bring this 18-month-old establishment to a new level of extravagance. He stated: “I am looking forward to be in Bangkok, especially to be with the Bangkok Marriott Hotel Sukhumvit. We have every element to be the sexiest address in town. We have the District, which could be the best meat market inspired restaurant or the beautiful Octave, undoubtedly offer the most stunning views of this “City of Angels.” The opportunities here are simply endless.” Located in the trendy Thonglor area, the iconic 5-star Bangkok Marriott Hotel Sukhumvit becomes the new destination for guests who yearn for luxury experience amidst one of Asia’s most dynamic and cosmopolitan neighborhoods.

Clarence Tan has been appointed as Senior Vice President, Development for AMEA at IHG

InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), one of the world's leading hotel companies, today announces a number of strategic changes to its Asia, Middle East and Africa (AMEA) Regional Operating Committee. Clarence Tan, previously Chief Operating Officer for South East Asia and Resorts based in Bangkok, Thailand, has been appointed Senior Vice President, Development for AMEA. Clarence reports directly to the region's Chief Executive Officer Jan Smits.

Marshall Orton has been appointed as Director of Food and Beverage at Sofitel Bangkok Sukhumvit

Orton, who has worked in the restaurant industry for more than 30 years and joins a crew that already includes Michel Bourdin-trained Executive Chef Spencer Kells and up-and-coming Executive Sous Chef Jeremy Tourret. Orton comes to the Sofitel Bangkok Sukhumvit after serving as the Executive Chef at Pullman Bangkok King Power. Prior to that posting, he was responsible for overhauling the food-and-beverage concepts at the Sofitel Brisbane.