Hilton Worldwide today announced the signing of a new management agreement with Magnolia Finest Corporation Limited to introduce the first Waldorf Astoria hotel in Southeast Asia, and Hilton Worldwide’s ninth property to Thailand. Scheduled to open in 2015, the 170-room Waldorf Astoria Bangkok marks the debut of Hilton Worldwide’s world renowned luxury brand in Thailand.
Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced that a Hyatt affiliate signed a management agreement for Park Hyatt Bangkok for Central Embassy, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Central Group of Companies. The iconic hotel will be located in a prime location in the city’s central business district. Slated to open in 2014, Park Hyatt Bangkok will be housed within a new, modern mixed-use building, bringing the legendary Park Hyatt luxury brand to one of Southeast Asia’s leading business and leisure destinations.
Jean-matthieu has a very strong hotel operations background with more than 11 years of experience with international hotel chains.
A graduate of Thammasat University, with a M.A. in Mass Communications and Administration, Bangkok, she has extensively worked in the Public Relations and Communications field with luxury properties for the past eight years. Virinya began her hotel career with Novotel Bangkok on Siam Square, Bangkok, rising to the position of Public Relations Manager. She subsequently expanded her experience at the former Marriott Resorts & Spa Bangkok-Pattaya-Hua Hin, where she was Assistant Cluster Public Relations Manager. Prior to joining Sofitel Bangkok Sukhumvit, she was later promoted as Director of Marketing Communications of Sofitel Bangkok Silom in 2010.
Nikholas Bauer has been appointed as hotel manager of Dusit Thani Bangkok.
Swissotel Hotels & Resorts has appointed Marcel Sawyere as the General Manager of Swissotel Le Concorde. The Swiss national has an extensive managerial background spanning over 29 years, including 11 years in Thailand.
Vikram has over 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry. ?Prior to join Royal Orchid Sheraton Hotel & Tower, Vikram previously Hotel Manager at Sheraton Grande Laguna Phuket and also task force General Manager at The Naka Island, A Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Phuket.
Eric Hallin and the team at Rembrandt Hotel would like to take this opportunity to introduce and welcome the newest associate James Miller into the Rembrandt Hotel’s Executive Team, replacing Simon Pedro Rindlisbacher.
Absolute Hotel Services Group has appointed Nicolas Ishkanian as Vice President Revenue and Distribution Management as of December 1, 2011. Absolute Hotel Services Group, Nicolas Ishkanian will be responsible for maximizing room revenue and other related revenues of pre-opening and operating U Hotels & Resorts, Eastin Hotels & Residences and Eastin Easy properties on a sustainable platform through all segments and sources of room revenue. Prior to joining Absolute Hotel Services, he was vice president sales and marketing at The Unique Collection of Hotels and Resorts Thailand, vice president revenue and distribution at Santiburi Group Thailand and area revenue manager for Le Meridien Hotels in Europe. “Nicolas coming on board completes our corporate sales, marketing and revenue team line up which can fully support our regional offices in South East Asia, Indochina and India in the revenue management and distribution field. We look forward to even better revenue and distribution activities to ensure that our hotels and resorts maximize their revenue and profit potentials.” said Jonathan Wigley.
Starwood Hotels & Resorts has appointed Krister Svensson as general manager of the newly opened St. Regis Bangkok. Prior to the St. Regis Bangkok, he was general manager of the W Hong Kong, where his achievements included increasing occupancy by more than 25%. Before that, he managed The Westin Resort Guam. He has also managed the Sheraton on the Park in Sydney, Australia; and Le Meridien Commodore Beirut. Before joining Starwood, Svensson worked for several prestigious Shangri-La brand hotels in Asia, Indonesia and the Middle East.
The heart of Bangkok beats a little faster today with the official opening of Aloft Bangkok - Sukhumvit 11. One of Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc.'s (NYSE: HOT) newest brands, Aloft is for the modern and tech-savvy traveller looking for a vibrant, social experience. Aloft Bangkok - Sukhumvit 11 - the Aloft brand's first hotel in Thailand - offers all that and more in a stylish setting all at an affordable price point.
Novotel Bangkok Platinum managed by Accor Group has appointed Mr. Sagar Naker as General Manager. Sagar brings with him over 20 years of hospitality experience of which the last 12 years have been with Accor.
Opening its doors in early 2012, Oriental Residence Bangkok will set new standards for luxury residences offering contemporary interiors, bespoke amenities and exceptional, personalised services. The property is managed by ONYX Hospitality Group, whose management portfolio includes the hotel group Amari, amongst other brands.
Robert Murray, formerly Senior Vice President for Accor Greater China, is appointed to the newly created position of Chief Operating Officer for Accor in South East and North East Asia. He will commence this role as soon as Samuel Shih's assumes his new functions. Robert Murray joined Accor in 1993 and has since held various operating positions in Australia, New Zealand and China.
Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok is delighted to announce the appointment of Rami Sayess as Regional Vice President and General Manager. From September 2011, Sayess will be based in Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok, with regional responsibilities for the additional three Four Seasons properties in Thailand - Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai, Four Seasons Tented Camp Golden Triangle, and Four Seasons Resort Koh Samui. His career so far has taken him through stints in Germany, Switzerland, London, Dubai, Mauritius, Bahrain, Lebanon, Kuwait, Jordan, and most recently Saudi Arabia, where he was General Manager of Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh at Kingdom Centre.
Pan Pacific Hotels Group has announced the appointment of Jacqui Cuthbertson as General Manager of Pan Pacific Serviced Suites Bangkok, the premier extended-stay property conveniently located in the heart of Bangkok city.
The St. Regis Bangkok is ideally situated on the prestigious Rajadamri Road in the heart of the city and, at 47 stories, it is destined to become one of the defining silhouettes on the city's dynamic skyline. Designed by world-renowned Brennan Beer Gorman Architects, The St. Regis Bangkok features 227 guestrooms including 51 suites, and 53 residences with luxury amenities, services and incomparable dining options that will undoubtedly set a new standard in hospitality in the region while becoming the best address for international travelers and influential local residents. The hotel will also be the first hotel in Bangkok to introduce butler service to all its guests in addition to the first Elemis Spa and ZUMA restaurant in Thailand.
Prior to his new appointment, Mr. Brenner was resident manager at Shangri-La’s Mactan Resort and Spa, Cebu.
Andreas Oberoi has been appointed General Manager to The St. Regis Bangkok where he will be introducing the St. Regis Brand to Thailand. Oberoi brings with him an impressive resume of over 25 years in major destinations around the world. He comes to Bangkok from Starwood’s European luxury resort, Hotel Romazzino Porto Cervo, where he was General Manager. Prior to this, Oberoi opened the renowned The St. Regis Mardavall Majorca Resort in Spain. It is the same resort at which he began his career with Starwood Hotels, and under his leadership The St. Regis Mardavall Majorca Resort became one of the top performing hotels in the European Division of Starwood Hotels & Resorts. Opening of the first St. Regis hotel in Thailand is scheduled for early 2011
The St. Regis Bangkok is pleased to announce the appointment of key executives to spearhead the opening of the first St. Regis hotel in Thailand in early 2011. The St. Regis Bangkok has named Andreas Oberoi as General Manager, Guenter H. Gebhard as Hotel Manager, Henry P. Sears as Director of Rooms, Holger Jakobs as Director of Sales and Marketing.