Cosmo Hotel Mongkok's website was launched in July 2011 and it has been proving product excellence for both hotel bookers and the hotel's business growth.Its Thishotel in Kowloon with its functional, informative, aesthetic design together with effective SEO campaign has further won her 2 notable awards – Adrian Award and WebAward.
A seasoned hotelier with extensive experience in Marketing and Communications, Sherona is an exciting addition to The Langham. She is an accomplished communications specialist with 20 years experience in international communications and media relations. Prior to taking up the role as Hotel Manager, Sherona was Vice President – Communications and Public Relations at Langham Hospitality Group (LHG), overseeing the Group’s global public relations and advertising program, as well as the development and implementation of ‘Corporate Identity’ standards for all brands within the Langham Hospitality Group. Sherona joined LHG in 2003 as part of the pre-opening team of Langham Place Hotel in Mongkok. She was promoted to oversee Public Relations for the group in 2005 and a year later, Sherona took on the additional role of Marketing Communications to manage the Group’s global advertising and integrated marketing campaigns.
Bryan brings extensive industry experience to the project having spent the last twenty years working on a number of high profile projects and distinctive properties throughout Asia and Australia.
Chef Kwong first joined The Langham, Hong Kong in 1988 as a chef in T’ang Court and worked his way up to become the hotel's Executive Chef – Chinese in 1994. In 2008, he transferred to Langham Hospitality Group where he was appointed as Executive Chef – Chinese. In this capacity, Chef Kwong was responsible for developing and shaping the group’s signature Chinese restaurants, as well as banqueting worldwide. As an award-winning chef with over 20 years experience, Chef Kwong will oversee the kitchen operation of T’ang Court and Chinese banquets. A veteran of traditional Cantonese cuisine, Chef Kwong is also willing to be innovative. He seeks changes within traditional Chinese cuisine without losing its essence. When talking about his own cooking philosophy, Chef Kwong says, “As a professional chef, one must be rigorous regarding the food quality - and the ability to be innovative is also a key factor to become successful. From the combination of ingredients to the plating of each dish, every detail must be taken into consideration in order to surprise and delight guests.”
Born in Provence, France, Hervé developed his passion for cooking and hospitality as a child. In the early 1990’s, Hervé studied in a hotel school in France before pursuing his studies in hotel management in Germany. With his enthusiasm for culinary arts and pastry in particular, Hervé was awarded the Vice Champion prize at the “Desserts of France” competition in 1998.
With 13 years of experience in hospitality Sales, Bonnie has built up an impressive list of accomplishments with luxury hospitality brands, including The InterContinental Grand Stanford Hong Kong and Crown Macau. Prior to joining The Langham, Bonnie was the Assistant Director of Sales for JW Marriott Hotel Hong Kong. Director of Sales and Marketing, James Chow says: “We are thrilled to welcome Bonnie to The Langham family. Her extensive expertise in delivering the top-line for luxury hotels and proven sales track record are also sure to be major assets as we seek to further strengthen our hotel’s strategic positioning across Mainland China and other developing countries.”
Mr. Brewis replaces Mr. Anson Chan, the Regional General Manager of Lanson Place Hotel, Hong Kong. Prior to joining Lanson Place, Mr. Brewis has over 25 years hospitality experience with luxury International Hotel groups, Hyatt, Renaissance New World and Shangri-La in operational and General Manager roles in Korea, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Indonesia, New Zealand and USA.
Greg Liddell will succeed Anthony Costa as General Manager of The Landmark Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong with effect from 27 August, 2012. Mr Liddell joined Mandarin Oriental in 2009 as General Manager of Mandarin Oriental Dhara Dhevi, Chiang Mai, during which time the property has been named as one of the ‘Best Hotels in Asia’ for service in the recent Travel + Leisure, ‘World’s Best Service’ listing.
An international hotel veteran with more than 25 years’ work experience in the travel and hospitality industry, Timothy Wright has been appointed general manager of the deluxe harbour-front Kowloon Shangri-La, Hong Kong. Prior to this, he was general manager of Shangri-La’s Rasa Ria Resort, Kota Kinabalu in Malaysia.
Nicholas’s first exposure to Accor began in 2006, working in Headland Hotel Hong Kong. Nicholas has more than eighteen years hospitality experience holding various senior managerial positions in Hong Kong, Australia, Maldives and China. Nicholas has worked for such prestigious hotel groups as Mandarin Oriental, Langham, Oberoi, Marco Polo and Swire Hotels.
With a major in hotel management at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Tang has worked in the industry for over 20 years, particularly in banqueting and catering services. Prior to joining Eaton Smart, Hong Kong, she was the director of catering of Langham Place, Hong Kong, and has been working with the hotel since its pre-opening. She also held managerial positions for various five-star hotels, including Furama Hotel and Regal Airport Hotel in Hong Kong. In her new role as the director of food and beverage at Eaton Smart, Tang will assist Shane Pateman, GM of Eaton Smart, Hong Kong, in overseeing the hotel’s food and beverage division, which consists of banqueting service and seven restaurants and bar including Yat Tung Heen, the outpost of the Michelin-starred Cantonese restaurant at Great Eagle Centre.
Timothy Wright, general manager of Kowloon Shangri-La, Hong Kong, is pleased to announce the appointment of Marco Medaglia to the position of chef at Angelini Italian Restaurant. Chef Marco is not new to the Hong Kong dining scene as he joins the hotel from the Aqua Restaurant Group, where he served as Italian executive chef for three years. Angelini delivers authentic Italian cuisine using only the finest ingredients of the season, accompanied with an extensive wine list of over 100 Italian wines. Guests are welcome to enquire for wine suggestions to complement their dishes. Situated on the mezzanine floor with panoramic views of Victoria Harbour and the Hong Kong Island skyline, Angelini combines a comfortable and inviting ambience with stylish, contemporary decor.
As Area General Manager, he will continue to drive Regal’s international business development. With a thorough understanding of operations and marketing of world class hotels, Mr. Girard aims to further strengthen the Regal Airport Hotel’s position as the best Airport Hotel in the world.
Eaton Smart, Hong Kong is delighted to announce the appointment of Ms. Kitty Tang as Director of Food and Beverage. Majored in Hotel Management at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Ms. Tang is passionate about hospitality industry and especially in Food and Beverage Division.
Dominique Berhouet has been appointed as General Manager of Crowne Plaza Hong Kong Kowloon East and Holiday Inn Express Hong Kong Kowloon East to spearhead the opening of two hotels in 4th quarter of 2012. Having joined the InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) in 1999 and previously responsible for launching and rebranding a number of properties. He most recently was the opening General Manager of Crowne Plaza Guangzhou City Centre.
Eaton Smart, Hong Kong has announced the appointment of Mr. Simon Kwok as Financial Controller. Mr. Kwok has over 15 years’ experience in auditing and accounting in hospitality sector. He obtained his Master Degree of Science in Finance at Chinese University of Hong Kong, and he is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in Hong Kong.
Eaton Smart, Hong Kong is pleased to welcome a new Director of Sales & Marketing, Gary Ma to the team. With over 15-year extensive working experience, Mr. Ma is no stranger to the hospitality industry. Prior to this appointment, Mr. Ma was the Director of Sales & Marketing for the 5-star Caravelle Hotel, Ho Chi Minh City; he also held senior sales positions at various Hong Kong hotels previously including InterContinental Hotels Group, InterContinental Grand Standford and Crowne Plaza Beijing.
Swire Hotels is pleased to announce the following management appointments to its regional hotel and operations team in Hong Kong. Marcel Thoma, previously Director of Guest Experience at The Upper House now becomes Hotel Manager, The Upper House.
Marco Polo Hotels is pleased to announce the appointment of Fritz Sommerau as General Manager of the Prince Hotel, Hong Kong, effective Sept 1, 2011. A Swiss national and graduate of Ecole Hôtelière de Lausanne, Fritz is a veteran of the Asian hospitality industry, having held Executive positions at Moevenpick Hotels International, The Peninsula Group in Hong Kong, Manila and Beijing and for the past 23 years, Head of Hospitality Services at The Hong Kong Jockey Club. He has actively served for many years on the Advisory Board of The School of Hotel & Tourism Management, Hong Kong Polytechnic University.Mr. Sommerau was honoured by the French Government as Officier de l’Ordre National du Mérite Agricole.
Macau casino owner and operator Sands China has named Edward M. Tracy as its new president and CEO. He was formerly president and chief operating officer of the company.