Tarek Beheiry, a seasoned hospitality professional with more than two decades' industry experience in Asia, Africa, and Australasia, has been appointed to the helm of INNSiDE by Meliá Bangkok Sukhumvit.
Hotel Okura Co., Ltd., the leading global Japanese hotel operator, is pleased to announce the conclusion of a new management agreement with Asset World Corporation (AWC), Thailand's leading integrated lifestyle real estate group. Signed on December 19, 2024, the agreement paves the way for two new hotels - Okura Resort Chiang Mai in the historic city of Chiang Mai, and The Okura Prestige Sukhumvit Bangkok Hotel and Spa in Bangkok's trendy Thonglor district. Both properties are slated to open in 2028, expanding Hotel Okura's Thai offering to seven hotels and adding over 400 rooms to Okura Nikko Hotels' portfolio in the country.
Chatrium Grand Bangkok , a leading luxury hotel in the heart of the city, is delighted to announce the appointment of Pierre Leif Edlund as its new General Manager. His appointment comes at a time of exciting growth and development for Chatrium Grand Bangkok. With his innovative approach and passion for hospitality, Pierre is poised to lead the hotel to new heights, ensuring every guest enjoys a memorable and unparalleled stay.
Antonio Saponara moves to Capella Bangkok from his successful tenure as General Manager at Patina Maldives, Fari Islands, where he emphasised a culture of exceptional service and built a motivated, high-performing team. Antonio's leadership has been pivotal in implementing innovative strategies and sustainable practices that align with the resort's commitment to environmental stewardship. He deepened Patina Maldives' local community connections, blending international expertise with local talent. His exemplary leadership at Patina Maldives and previously at Bulgari Hotels & Resorts in Moscow and Beijing, as well as the Ritz-Carlton in Shanghai, ensures a seamless continued path of success for Capella Bangkok, which was recently feted as the World's Best Hotel and Asia's Best Hotel by World's 50 Best Hotels 2024.
Hotel Indigo Bangkok Wireless Road is pleased to announce the appointment of General Manager Nicolas Mercier. A French national with over 20 years of experience in Southeast Asia's international luxury hospitality landscape, he will bring his strategic acumen and commitment to excellence in steering the boutique hotel to further success as it enters its tenth year of operations in 2025.
Pithard has an impressive 25 years of experience in the luxury hotel industry and an extensive background with renowned Marriott brands, including W and the Ritz-Carlton.
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has announced the appointment of Anthony Tyler as General Manager of Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok.
The Ritz-Carlton, Bangkok, which debuts in Thailand’s capital in November 2024, welcomes the appointment of an executive dream team of six seasoned hospitality experts. A 260-key Marriott International Luxury Group portfolio hotel overlooking the city’s Lumpini Park, The Ritz-Carlton, Bangkok promises an intuitive guest approach with insightful, charming service quality. Inspired by contemporary and traditional influences, the upscale hotel features sensorial culinary journeys and engaging activities. Imaginative experiences that exceed expectations connect guests to the cultural bloom of Bangkok through a refined lens.The newly appointed General Manager, Tina Liu has 24 years of experience with Marriott. Originally from the United States, she boasts impressive business acumen and an extensive background in luxury hospitality. Her skill is in elevating a hotel’s attributes and nurturing its potential from a guest, enterprise, and corporate culture perspective. The Chair of Marriott Thailand Business Council, she has a degree in Hospitality Administration and has led teams at high-profile hotels, primarily in Thailand. Fluent in Thai, Liu was recognized as Asia Pacific’s first female General Manager for Marriott’s W Hotels, following a successful position in Bangkok.Ensuring The Ritz-Carlton, Bangkok experience memorably stays with guests long after they have checked out is Hotel Manager, Lewis Quinn. A charismatic communicator, brimming with Irish charm, Quinn elevates each moment to make guests and team members feel special. He is a graduate of Shannon College of Hotel Management in Ireland, one of the most renowned hospitality teaching institutions in Europe. His 15+ year hospitality career has taken him to Switzerland; the United States; Singapore; the Maldives; and Thailand. He brings an International approach and has experience with The Ritz-Carlton brand. Culinary artistry, vibrant dishes, and creative cocktails with storytelling elements are clever and compelling under the leadership of Clément Larre, the Director of F&B and Executive Chef Glen Cooper. Clément proudly holds a Master’s Degree in Hospitality Management and a certificate in Hotel Planning & Design from New York’s renowned Cornell University. A success story of The Ritz-Carlton Food & Beverage Management Program, his expertise has taken him to Indonesia; Hong Kong; Malaysia, the United States; Ireland; and Thailand, with experience in France, too.A member of the APAC Culinary Advisory Board for Marriott, Glen has experience across four Marriott brands and joins the dream team from an Executive Chef position at The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands. Originally from New Zealand, he has been serving luxury plates of Italian; Asian; Arabic cuisine and more across the globe, including Singapore; Bhutan; the Maldives; and Russia.The Ritz-Carlton Suite, Gardenia Suites and Deluxe Rooms with private outdoor spaces for many are spacious and stylish with an air of quiet luxury. Located on Wireless Road, renowned for its grand embassy properties, the hotel is set within the new retail, entertainment, and cultural hub, One Bangkok. Cultivating seamless, thoughtful stays and a personal turn-down service with finesse is Evelyne Hahang, the Director of Rooms. An incredible linguist from France, with hospitality and International strategic business qualifications, Hahang brings an intelligent eye for detail and an empathic understanding of guest needs to her new role. This clarity on combining quality and experience has been honed over 15 years in hospitality in the United Kingdom; France; Australia; and Thailand.The sixth new appointment at The Ritz-Carlton, Bangkok and a pivotal position is Director of Sales & Marketing, Leon Chan. Singaporean-born, Leon has 15 years of hospitality sales and business development experience at some of the most high-profile, prestigious hotels in Singapore and Hong Kong. Joining The-Ritz Carlton, Bangkok from a previous position in China, he is a dynamic, enterprise-minded individual. He has worked on multi-million dollar key accounts and revenue streams and is responsible for integrating The Ritz-Carlton, Bangkok into the hearts and minds of an eclectic mix of guests and visitors from near and far.
Langham Hospitality Group (LHG) and Rabbit Holdings , an affiliate of BTS Group, are proud to announce the anticipated 2026 opening of The Langham, Custom s House, Bangkok . The new hotel will be situated in the Thai capital's Bang Rak District and occupy a complex alongside the Chao Praya River . T he centrepiece of the site will be the city's old Customs House , a heritage building that will be restored to its former glory as part of the project . Accompanying the structure will be a former post office housing lavish amenities and flanked by a modern structure where the property's 78 guestrooms will be based .
Chatrium Hospitality is excited to announce the appointment of John Neutze as General Manager of Chatrium Residence Sathon Bangkok with effect from 13 June 2022. With over 30 years in the hospitality industry, John brings a wealth of experience to his new role. He will be responsible for the hotel's overall operations and business strategy.
Cross Hotels & Resorts is thrilled to announce a significant Hotel Management Agreement (HMA) with Yutthaporn Development, marking an exciting step forward for both companies. This two-hotel deal for Cross Vibe Bangkok Srinakarin and Lumen Bangkok Srinakarin exemplifies our shared commitment to delivering outstanding lifestyle hospitality experiences in Bangkok's dynamic Srinakarin district.
- Dusit International, one of Thailand's leading hotel and property development companies, has signed a property management agreement with King Square Development Co., Ltd, a Bangkok-based real estate company established by Saha Group and Tokyu Corporation, and King Square Suites Co., Ltd. to manage Dusit Suites Kingsquare, Bangkok and KingsQuare Residence - an upscale hotel and luxury residential project slated to open in 2026.
Radisson Blu Plaza Bangkok is thrilled to welcome Peter Tichy as its new General Manager. With over three decades of comprehensive experience in the hospitality industry, Peter Tichy is set to lead this distinguished hotel into a vibrant new chapter. His diverse and extensive background equips him well to enhance the hotel's stature and offerings in the dynamic landscape of Bangkok.
Located in the heart of Bangkok's prime Sukhumvit shopping district, KROMO, Curio Collection by Hilton marks Hilton's inaugural project with SC Asset Corporation PCL.
SH Hotels & Resorts, the sustainable hotel brand management company that operates 1 Hotels, Baccarat Hotels, and Treehouse Hotels, is pleased to announce Frank Sorgiovanni's appointment as Vice President of Development (Asia Pacific). With notable expertise in brand positioning and extensive experience across key markets in the region, Sorgiovanni is poised to spearhead new business opportunities in the Asia Pacific region across each of the company's esteemed hotel brands. He will pursue new development opportunities, offering expert guidance as SH Hotels & Resorts actively expands its presence throughout the region.
The Peninsula Bangkok is delighted to announce the appointment of Masahisa Oba as its new Managing Director. With an illustrious career spanning over 20 years in the hospitality industry, Mr. Oba brings a wealth of experience and an unwavering commitment to excellence to his new role.
With over 30 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Chutima Kaewta-Fortescue has been appointed General Manager at Eastin Grand Sathorn Bangkok. Chutima first joined Absolute Hotel Services Group in 2010, be ginning her journey as General Manager at U Inchantree Kanchanaburi before transitioning to General Manager at Eastin Hotel Makkasan Bangkok and then U Sukhumvit Bangkok. Her adept management skills substantially improved service quality and financial performance across all properties.After a brief sabbatical, during which she successfully managed her consultancy company, assisting non-branded properties with operational enhancements, Chutima rejoined AHS in 2019 as Quality Assurance Director. In 2020, she took on the role of General Manager, overseeing three properties in Chiang Mai.
As a Business Development Manager at FutureLog, Nisarat Saikrajang is responsible for expanding the market share and customer base of the industry's leading procure-to-pay software as a service platform for the hospitality industry. With 11 years of experience in hospitality, sales and marketing, e-commerce, and online travel agents, she has a deep understanding of the needs and challenges of both service providers and consumers in this dynamic and competitive sector.Her core competencies include consultative selling, client relations, strategic planning, and communication. She excels at building long-term partnerships with key stakeholders, identifying new opportunities and trends, and delivering solutions that create value and satisfaction for both parties. She is passionate about leveraging technology to enhance the quality and efficiency of hospitality services.
Thailand’s position as the world’s leading “lifestyle” travel destination was the hot topic of debate at Thailand Tourism Forum 2024 (TTF), held at InterContinental Bangkok yesterday as AI emerged as a key driver to the future success of the country’s tourism industry.Founded by Bill Barnett, TTF is Thailand’s leading platform for travel and tourism discussion. Industry leaders from government and private sectors come together each year in January at the eagerly awaited annual forum for insights and indicators for the future trends of the sector.“Every tourism outfit and hotel are AI companies whether they realize it or not,” said Mr Barnett, who is also managing director C9 Hotelworks. “With the lightening development of AI, this is a call to action for hospitality to return to its roots of a service culture as technology frees up human resources and allows our industry to focus on what is important – people. AI is not a shadow cast over hospitality, it’s a bright shining light.”
In his new role as Regional Director of Sales, South and South East Asia based out of Bangkok, Talal Ammari will be responsible for managing all sales functions for South and South East Asia. With nearly two decades of hospitality experience under his belt, his expertise in identifying and capitalizing on opportunities to build revenue and past management experience will be pivotal to his new role.