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Kitty Liu has been appointed as Regional Director of Sales, Shanghai at Marco Polo Hotels

Marco Polo Hotels has announced the appointment of Ms. Kitty Liu as Regional Director of Sales, Shanghai for the hotel group. Previously holding the position of Assistant Director of Sales – Regional Sales Office for Park Hotel Group, Kitty possesses valuable regional sales and hotel property sales experience from her times with reputable hotel groups such as Starwood, Shangri-La, Carlson Rezidor and Infinite Luxury. She has more than 15 years’ experience working in China’s hospitality industry. Together with the current team, Kitty will drive incremental business across all major segments to Marco Polo and Niccolo hotels from the important Shanghai market. A Chinese national, Kitty holds a Bachelor degree in Finance from The Central Broadcasting University.

Claus Pedersen has been named General Manager at InterContinental Hong Kong

Returning to InterContinental Hong Kong as the hotel’s new General Manager will be Claus Pedersen, who is currently Vice President, Hotel Operations for MGM Macau. Claus Pedersen served as Executive Assistant Manager, F&B and Resident Manager at InterContinental Hong Kong for six years from 2005-2011. His past experience with the hotel will be invaluable in ensuring a smooth transition. Claus will start the handover process with Jean-Jacques on 15th February 2016 and will assume the position of General Manager effective 1st March 2016.

Alan Stocker has been appointed as General Manager at Waldorf Astoria Beijing

Hilton Worldwide announced the appointment of Mr. Alan Stocker as general manager of Waldorf Astoria Beijing. Mr. Stocker will report to Bruce McKenzie, Senior Vice President of Operations, Greater China & Mongolia, and will be responsible for the entire operation of Waldorf Astoria Beijing. Mr. Stocker joins Waldorf Astoria Beijing from Hilton Chongqing, where he held the position of general manager. Mr. Alan Stocker will be based in Beijing and begin his position on 15 June 2015.