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Annette Engmose has been appointed as Director of People & Culture at Villa Copenhagen

Annette Engmose brings more than 17 years of experience in human resources to her position as Director of People & Culture, along with a philosophy for success that focuses on providing a framework for growth and wellbeing where team members take responsibility and play well together. In her role, Annette oversees all recruitment, team development, and training programs to ensure that the hotel's vibrant approach to offering best-in-class guest experiences feels culturally Danish - providing an elevated service that is honest, playful, and respectful of personal space. Prior to joining Villa Copenhagen, Annette was Head of Human Resources at Heinmann Retail Denmark and gained extensive managerial experience as an HR Consultant for SAS Scandinavian Airlines.

Nini Andersen has been appointed as Director of Brand & Marketing at Villa Copenhagen

Director of Brand & Marketing, Nini Andersen, brings expertise in brand management and marketing communications developed over eight years of working in progressive leadership positions within the design, lifestyle, and retail sectors. Nini's broad experience and fresh perspective on branding and marketing a city-center hotel secured her selection for the role. Since joining Villa Copenhagen during the hotel build and restoration in 2019, Nini has been instrumental in communicating the hotel's identity as a sustainable wellbeing hub for the many and not the few, while nurturing a symbiotic relationship with the Danish capital's residents that champions the local way of life. Nini holds a master's degree in Marketing Communications and Management from Copenhagen Business School, in addition to a master's degree in Branding, Advertisement, and Communication from INSEEC Business School in Paris, France.

Lisette Jönsson has been appointed as Director of Operations at Villa Copenhagen

As Villa Copenhagen's Director of Operations, Lisette Jönsson is responsible for creating cohesive procedures across hotel departments and supporting the rest of the leadership team in strategy execution and revenue optimization. Lisette has established an impressive 15-year career in hospitality after graduating from Lund University in 2004, starting in a front desk position at Hotel Skansen Båstad and Grand Hotel Stockholm, before working her way up to Hotel Manager for Clarion Hotel Copenhagen Airport. Lisette joined Villa Copenhagen in 2019 as a member of the pre-opening team and spearheaded the seamless implementation of its COVID-19 sanitization and social distancing procedures, including keyless entry, remote or open-air check-ins, virtual check-out, and personalized food and beverage services.

Villa Copenhagen Officially Opens Its Doors

One of Europe's most anticipated launches of 2020, Villa Copenhagen officially opened its doors in the heart of Denmark's capital city on July 1. Housed in the century-old Danish Post and Telegraph office, adjacent to Tivoli Gardens, the 390-room Villa Copenhagen is a Grande Dame hotel for the 21st century, offering approachable, conscious luxury through a commitment to the UN Sustainable Development Goals and meaningful experiences that connect guests to the landscape, culture, and energy of the city.

Mattias Thorsteinsson has been appointed as Hotel Manager at Zleep Hotel Copenhagen Arena

Mattias Thorsteinsson is new Hotel Manager at Zleep Hotels. With solid experience, Mattias Thorsteinsson will be responsible for the opening and operation of Zleep Hotels' upcoming hotel in Ørestad, Copenhagen. The hotel is located at Ørestads Boulevard right next to the multifunctional arena; Royal Arena, Scandinavia's largest shopping center; Field's, Scandinavia's largest exhibition and congress center; Bella Center and Ørestad Metro Station.

CityHub announces first international location in Copenhagen

Hot on the heels of Amsterdam and Rotterdam, CityHub's third location will be in one of the healthiest and happiest cities in Europe CityHub Copenhagen will open its doors in summer 2020 Copenhagen opening will mark CityHub's first step towards international expansion Launched four years ago in Amsterdam, CityHub was created to fulfill the gap between hotels and hostels. Founders Pieter van Tilburg and Sem Schuurkes, two assiduous travellers themselves, recognised that the hotel industry was lacking satisfactory solutions for millennials who are looking for an accessible and authentic experience at the heart of a city.