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May 11, 2016

Ariane Persin has been appointed as Director of Revenue Optimization at La Réserve Genève - Hotel and Spa

Ariane PERSIN ESSEC IMHI 2004 has been appointed as Director of Revenue Optimization at La Réserve Geneva, to take care of optimization of rooms, F&B and spa revenue. She was previously at Mandarin Oriental, Geneva as Director of Reservations and Revenue Management. Before that, she held the position of Revenue Account Manager in Paris, for Preferred Hotel Group, and Marketing Assistant at Conrad Hotels in Brussels.

La Réserve Genève - Hotel, Spa and Villas

Geneva, Switzerland

May 9, 2016

Carine Jomas Fenot has been appointed as Director of Sales at Mandarin Oriental Hotel Geneva

CARINE JOMAS FENOT ESSEC IMHI 1999 has been appointed as Director of Sales for Mandarin Oriental hotel Geneva. Since her graduation Carine has worked for many companies such as Disneyland Paris,Mövenpick Hotel Geneva, Paris Expo, VIPARIS and has spent the last 5 years with Accor as Market place manager, Regional sales manager, Key account manager M&E and more recently as Director of Sales M&E and Leisure.

Mandarin Oriental

Geneva, Switzerland

March 31, 2016

Kempinski Hotels announces appointment of long-serving Board Member Markus Semer as CEO

Kempinski Hotels today announces that the Supervisory Board of Kempinski AG and the Board of Directors of Kempinski Hotels SA have unanimously agreed to appoint Markus Semer as Chairman of the Management Board and Chief Executive Officer, effective March 31, 2016.

Geneva, Switzerland

Press Release General Management

March 4, 2016

Kempinski Hotels SA and Reto Wittwer reach an amicable settlement

Kempinski Hotels SA, the international luxury hotel group has today reached an amicable, out-of-court settlement with Reto Wittwer, to resolve their mutual litigation. Kempinski Hotels SA states that the unfortunate allegations made in its press statement on November 2, 2015 were unfortunate and should not have been published. Both parties agreed they would put an end to these unfortunate accusations allegations, and would refrain from any action against each other, once the facts became clear and understood.

Geneva, Switzerland

Press Release Development

January 18, 2016

Frasers Hospitality debuts in Geneva’s city centre

Frasers Hospitality, a member of Frasers Centrepoint Limited, further strengthens its presence in Europe with the launch of its first Gold Standard serviced residence in Switzerland, Fraser Suites Geneva. The opening of the 67-unit Fraser Suites Geneva adds to Frasers Hospitality's portfolio in Europe, which aggregates to 55 properties with more than 4,300 units across the UK, Germany, France, Hungary, Turkey, Spain and Switzerland, including pipeline properties.Located in the heart of the city centre, Fraser Suites Geneva is situated within the prestigious shopping and business district of Rue Du Marché, where the International Convention Centre and major international banks such as Credit Suisse, JP Morgan and UBS are within the vicinity. It is walking distance from the Quays of Lac Geneva and in close proximity to the Geneva Old Town, Palais des Nations Geneva, St Peters Cathedral and many other attractions. Fraser Suites Geneva is surrounded by the city's excellent public transport network.

Geneva, Switzerland

Press Release Development

October 22, 2015

Hotel De La Paix, Geneva To Become A Ritz-Carlton Partner Hotel In The Swiss Capital Of Peace

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company L.L.C. is proud to announce a signed agreement with the Manz family in Switzerland which will add the Hotel de la Paix in Geneva as a partner hotel as of December 16, 2015. The boutique property sits on the banks of Lake Geneva, (Lac Leman) in Switzerland.

Geneva, Switzerland

July 10, 2015

Maud Dick has been appointed as Pre-Opening General Manager at Fraser Suites Geneva

Maud DICK ESSEC IMHI 2004 has been appointed as Pre-Opening General Manager - Fraser Suites Geneva. This new property is due to open in November 2015. Prior to that Maud was Manager for the the 23-room boutique design Hôtel Des Galeries 4* in Brussels (Belgium) and the charming Hotel St-Christophe 3* in La Baule (France). Maud has also managed Nevaï and Kings Park hotels in Verbier (Switzerland) for two years.

Geneva, Switzerland

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April 22, 2015

Charlotte Regnard has been appointed as Client Service Executive at Global Gate Capital SA

Charlotte REGNARD ESSEC IMHI 2003 has been appointed Client Service Executive for Global Gate Capital Sa, Geneva. Upon graduation Charlotte joined Four Seasons as Assistant Manager Front Office, then she moved to Seychelles as Reservation and Revenue Manager Her last position was Reservations and Revenue Manager Four Seasons Hôtel des Bergues Geneva where worked 5 years.

Global Gate Capital

Geneva, Switzerland

Press Release General Management

October 30, 2014

Kempinski Hotels announces retirement of Reto Wittwer, President & CEO, and appointment of Alejandro Bernabé as CEO

As part of Kempinski Hotels' long-term succession planning, the group today announces that Reto Wittwer, President and CEO since 1995, has retired from this role yesterday, and has handed over to his successor, Alejandro Bernabé. Alejandro Bernabé became CEO of Kempinski Hotels effective October 29, 2014.

Geneva, Switzerland

October 27, 2014

Jacky Tresch has been appointed as Director of Business Development at InterContinental Geneva

Jacky brings with him over 25 years of international expertise in the luxury hospitality sector. His impressive journey started with obtaining a degree in a Hotel Management School in Strasbourg. His training began at the Strasbourg Hilton in the operational field before he decided to step into the corporate sales and marketing domain. In 1994, he progressed as the International Commercial Director of the Hospitality and Congress division of the diverse portfolio of Vivendi.

Geneva, Switzerland

June 23, 2014

Faisandier Etienne has been appointed as Group Director of Revenue Management at Moevenpick Hotels and Resorts

Etienne FAISANDIER IMHI 2000 has been appointed Group Director of Revenue Management Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts, Switzerland. Prior to that Etienne was Head of Revenue Management and Distribution for Orascom Development Holding Altdorf, Switzerland.

Geneva, Switzerland

June 23, 2014

Hobeika Antoine has been appointed as Director of Sales & Marketing at Le Richemond - Dorchester Collection

Antoine HOBEIKA IMHI 2005 has been appointed Director of Sales & Marketing and Executive Committee member at Le Richemond Geneva by the Dorchester Collection. Prior to that Antoine was conducted the opening of the new Jumeirah Messilah Beach Hotel & Spa in Kuwait as Director of Sales & Marketing looking after Sales, Marketing, PR and Revenue.

Geneva, Switzerland

Supplier News Technology

November 6, 2013

CERN Nuclear Research Facility Installs Kaba RFID Locks to Secure All Hotels

Kaba, provider of Saflok™ and ILCO™ electronic locks, announced the European Organization for Nuclear Research (CERN) in Geneva, Switzerland, installed the ILCO 790 RFID lock system for its 3 hotels and 40 staff and common-area access points. Click here for information on Kaba electronic locks. CERN is the world's largest particle physics laboratory. Its guests and staff are physicists, engineers, and students from 580 institutions and universities around the world. These specialists use the facility's complex scientific instruments to study the fundamental particles that make up the structure of the universe. Advanced Kaba technology keeps CERN's hotels safe "We selected Kaba RFID locks because our top priority at CERN is to provide guests with a secure, trouble-free stay so they can concentrate on their projects," said Bernard Goicoechea, general supervisor for CERN Hotels. "Kaba RFID locks are a reliable, durable product that uses the most advanced technology to keep our hotels safe for the physicists and engineers who stay in them." CERN's 3 hotels have a total of 420 guest rooms. The facility relied on Secusuisse in Switzerland to install Kaba's ILCO RFID locks at all properties. Goicoechea stated that CERN based its decision to install Kaba on extensive research. "We met with 4- and 5-Star hotels in Switzerland to discuss what locks they recommend. Most of the operators said Kaba is the best partner in hotel access control solutions. Kaba's 790 RFID locks are attractive and interface with our property management system perfectly. We are now evaluating security updates to other areas of CERN's facility. We expect to implement RFID locks that track and identify access to these areas and will partner with Kaba for this project without a doubt." Kaba ILCO 790 RFID locks Kaba's ILCO 790 RFID locking system is cost-effective and attractive. It uses the latest access control technology to provide hotel guests with a contactless room access experience. The RFID technology enables hotels to provide a 1st class guest experience and significantly reduce operational overhead. The 790 Series locks are the perfect choice for hotels looking to take their operation and security systems to the next level. RFID keycards cannot be de-magnetized, so hotels do not suffer the cost and inconvenience of issuing replacements. ILCO 790 locks easily replace existing mechanical or electronic door locks.

Geneva, Switzerland

Press Release Development

March 4, 2013

Alpine inspiration: the new room generation at Swissôtel Métropole, Geneva

Design and comfort take first priority in the new rooms of the Swissôtel Métropole, Geneva. The twelve "signature rooms" are the first of their kind within Swissôtels & Resorts and point the way to future projects for the global hotel group with Swiss roots.

Geneva, Switzerland

October 12, 2012

Lars Wagner has been named General Manager at Mandarin Oriental, Geneva

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has announced that Marco Torriani will retire after 12 years as General Manager at Mandarin Oriental, Geneva effective 31 December 2012.Mr Torriani retires following a 30 year illustrious career in the luxury hospitality industry in senior hotel management positions around the world. He joined Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group in 2000 when the Group acquired the Rafael Group of hotels, including Hotel du Rhône in Geneva, where Torriani had been General Manager since 1989. During his time at Mandarin Oriental, Geneva, he successfully oversaw the hotel’s rebranding and renovation programme as well as the opening of the hotel’s “Le Sud Brasserie” and the Michelin starred “Rasoi by Vineet”. He has been instrumental in positioning the hotel as one of Switzerland’s leading luxury hotels. Mr Torriani will be succeeded by Lars Wagner with effect from 1 January 2013. Mr Wagner joined the Group in 2007 as General Manager of Mandarin Oriental, Munich during which time he oversaw the renovation of the hotel’s signature suites and guest facilities. He has successfully raised the profile of Mandarin Oriental, Munich both locally and internationally through his passion, creative management style and commitment to positioning the hotel as the leading luxury hotel in Germany.

Mandarin Oriental

Geneva, Switzerland

External Article

October 2, 2012

Behind the Scenes at a Luxury Palace | cleverhotel.org

A day in the life of a General Manager dedicated to ultimate luxury guest experience The senior project manager of the Hotel Innovations SMARTreport, Masha Polshinskaya has the chance to “shadow” Thierry Lavalley, General Manager of the Grand Hotel Kempinski Geneva from sunrise to sunset, to get a better understanding of the intricacies involved in being a top level palace director.

Geneva, Switzerland

May 4, 2012

Klaus Kabelitz has been named General Manager at Le Richemond

Dorchester Collection is delighted to announce the appointment ofKlaus Kabelitz as general manager of Le Richemond in Geneva. Reporting directly to Dorchester Collection's chief operating officer, François Delahaye, Kabelitz will be based on property at the company's first Swiss address.

Geneva, Switzerland

April 26, 2012

Alain Rigazzi has been appointed as General Manager at Hotel Warwick Geneva

Alain Rigazzi has worked in the Group Warwick International Hotels in the past, including the Warwick Seattle Hotel between 1998 and 2003: he has brilliantly repositioned the hotel and accomplished major improvements in hotel’s operations, such as food & beverage. Since, Alain Rigazzi worked for several hotel groups and mainly Mövenpick where he served as General Manager in hotels & resorts in the Middle East and Southeast Asia. On several occasions, he was responsible for openings hotels on 4 & 5 stars segment, notably in Indonesia, Dubai and Turkey. With his many solid experiences, Alain Rigazzi is now responsible for establishing the Hotel Warwick Geneva as a leading 4 star deluxe hotel in one of the best location in the city. Completely renovated, the hotel is strategically located rue de Lausanne, facing the Cornavin station and within walking distance of Lake Geneva and has many assets to attract Swiss and international clients.

Geneva, Switzerland

April 5, 2012

Arabella El Barkouki has been named Director of Sales and Marketing at Le Richemond

Dorchester Collection is delighted to announce the appointment of Arabella El Barkouki as director of sales and marketing of Le Richemond . With over ten years of experience in the hospitality and hotel industry and as a fluent French speaker, El Barkouki was previously Dorchester Collection's regional sales director for the U.K. Set on the banks of Lake Geneva, Le Richemond joined Dorchester Collection on August 1, 2011. The prestigious 109-room hotel is the company's first third-party management agreement.

Geneva, Switzerland

July 25, 2011

Geneva Hotel Market Snapshot 2011 | HVS

Well known as a stable market with high average room rates owing to shortage of supply, Geneva is often considered a 'safe‐haven' for real estate investors. This article examines the hotel market's recent performance and outlook, in context of the hotel investor sentiment and value trends. Geneva is Switzerland's second most populous city and one of the country's most multicultural cities. The city is a global hub, mostly on account of the presence of numerous international organisations (such as the UN), financial institutions and major research and development laboratories.

Geneva, Switzerland