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Muhammed Nabeel has been appointed as Information & Communication Technology Manager at Banyan Tree Kuala Lumpur

Having worked in the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) industry for more than ten years, Nabeel brings with him extensive experience in planning, implementing and managing software applications and hardware infrastructure to support operations. As an ICT Manager, he oversees system integration and designs of networks to ensure Banyan Tree's ICT standards are upheld across all phases of Banyan Tree Kuala Lumpur's pre-opening and future operations. He has been with Banyan Tree group since 2011.

Banyan Group
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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Remco Rademaker has been appointed as Front Office Manager at Banyan Tree Kuala Lumpur

Remco, a Dutch native, has great passion in providing utmost quality service to guests. He has kept his loyalty to the Banyan Tree Group for over 6 years having worked in the front-line and refining his leadership skills in hotel management with each new role. Whether it is in Laos, China or Malaysia, Remco's passion for the hospitality industry keeps him adept to ensure each guest leaves with a memorable experience.

Banyan Group
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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Edward Kollmer has been named General Manager at PARKROYAL Penang Resort

Edward brings more than 25 years of industry experience from his home country Ireland, United Kingdom and Asia. After graduating from Shannon Hotel School and the University of Buckingham, Edward accumulated experience in operations and sales and marketing from Forte Hotel Group, Le Meridien, InterContinental Group, GLH Hotels and Shangri-La. He has been General Manager to eight different properties prior to taking the helm at PARKROYAL Penang Resort. Edward is no stranger to Malaysia having been the General Manager of Thistle Johor Bahru and also managing Thistle Port Dickson Resort previously. He was most recently the General Manager of Hotel Jen Manila by Shangri-La for three years

Pan Pacific
Penang, Malaysia
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Gagan Talwar has been appointed as Hotel Manager at Hilton Kuala Lumpur

Hilton Kuala Lumpur, one of Malaysia's most awarded 5 star hotels has appointed Gagan Talwar as Hotel Manager in its continuing strategy to remain as the leading business lifestyle hotel in Malaysia. He replaces Linda Pecoraro who has been recently promoted to general manager of Hilton Kota Kinabalu and will support Jamie Mead, regional general manager to oversee the operations and lead the management at Hilton Kuala Lumpur.

Hilton
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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DoubleTree by Hilton Celebrates 50th Opening in Asia Pacific

DoubleTree by Hilton, one of Hilton's (NYSE: HLT) 14 market-leading brands, today celebrates the brand"s 50th opening in Asia Pacific - the opening of DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Penang. Together with the opening of DoubleTree by Hilton Melaka, both new properties, which are located near the UNESCO Heritage Site cities of Melaka and George Town in Penang, are doubling the brand"s presence to four DoubleTree by Hilton properties in key destinations across Malaysia, including Kuala Lumpur and Johor Bahru.

DoubleTree by Hilton
Hatten City, Malaysia
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Stephen Richard Magor has been appointed as General Manager at Double Tree by Hilton Kuala Lumpur

Hilton Worldwide and DoubleTree by Hilton appoints Stephen Richard Magor as the General Manager of the first DoubleTree by Hilton hotel in Malaysia. Stephen as the General Manager will support Jamie Mead, Regional General Manager for Malaysia, in overseeing all aspects of the management of hotel"s operation. He will be responsible for the hotel"s 538 rooms with breathtaking views of Kuala Lumpur, 5 dining outlets offering a wide selection of options from local cuisine at Makan Kitchen the hotel"s signature restaurant to home-style Italian fare at Tosca, a bar and an outdoor saltwater pool and 24-hour fitness center.

Hilton
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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Linda Pecoraro has been appointed as General Manager at Hilton Kota Kinabalu

ilton Worldwide today announced the appointment of Linda Pecoraro as general manager of the 302-room Hilton Kota Kinabalu. Pecoraro will support Jamie Mead, Regional General Manager for Malaysia to oversee the operation and lead the management team at the hotel located in Sabah"s capital city, Kota Kinabalu. Originally from Brisbane, Australia of Italian descent, Pecoraro has a strong background in hotel management she brings with her more than 20 years" experience in the industry with international hotel chains, much of this time served with Hilton and throughout various locations increasing revenue and driving innovation across the globe.

Hilton
Sabah, Malaysia
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Ravi Nischal has been appointed as General Manager at Vivanta by Taj – Rebak Island

Vivanta by Taj – Rebak Island, Langkawi announces Ravi Nischal as the hotel"s new General Manager. After beginning his career with renowned hospitality chains, Ravi became a part of the Taj family in the year 2004, when he joined the organization as the Director of Catering Sales at the flagship hotel, The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai. Having demonstrated leadership and efficient management in all aspects of the hotel"s operations he was subsequently promoted as the Resident Manager of Taj Holiday Village Resort & Spa, Goa from where he was elevated to the role of General Manager at Taj Tashi, Thimpu in 2010.

IHCL
Langkawi, Malaysia
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Christophe Victor has been appointed as Executive Assistant Manager, Sales & Marketing at The St. Regis Langkawi, The Westin Resort and Spa Langkawi, and the Langkawi International Convention Centre.

In addition to consolidating effective sales and marketing strategies with the aim of increasing revenue, Christophe will also be looking at expanding international business opportunities and exposure to further strengthen the positioning of these properties.

Marriott
Langkawi, Malaysia
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Christopher Moore has been appointed as General Manager at Sheraton Petaling Jaya

Marriott International, Inc. is pleased to announce the appointment of Christopher Moore as the new General Manager of Sheraton Petaling Jaya Hotel. Conversant in Bahasa Indonesia and a beginner in Mandarin, Chris’s wealth of experience is honed from spearheading five-star properties with Starwood Hotels & Resorts and other major hotel groups in the USA, China, Malaysia, Thailand and Indonesia.

Marriott
Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
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Carlos Tarrero has been appointed as General Manager at The Andaman, A Luxury Collection Resort

Marriott International, Inc. is pleased to announce the appointment of Carlos Tarrero as the new General Manager of The Andaman, a Luxury Collection Resort, Langkawi. Carlos brings a wealth of both hotel and resort operational experiences to this exciting new role where he will oversee all management functions at the resort. In addition, he will be instrumental in driving further revenue growth and guest satisfaction while maintaining The Andaman’s status as one of Langkawi’s leading resorts.

Marriott
Langkawi, Malaysia
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Peter Neto has been appointed as General Manager at The Taaras Beach & Spa Resort and Redang Island Resort

Berjaya Hotels & Resorts is pleased to announce the appointment of Peter Neto as the new General Manager of The Taaras Beach & Spa Resort and Redang Island Resort in Redang Island, Malaysia. Prior to joining Berjaya Hotels & Resorts, Peter was the General Manager of Cassia Cottage on Phu Quoc Island. Born in Portugal, and growing up in Canada, Peter has worked for international hotel brands including Le Meridian, JW Marriott, The Ritz-Carlton, Rocco Forte Hotels and YTL Hotels & Resorts in Canada, United Kingdom, Bahrain, Vietnam, Indonesia and Malaysia in a hospitality career spanning more than two decades. He also brings with him pre-opening experience of two new properties in South East Asia, which included overseeing design and procurement, implementing sales and marketing strategies as well as developing food and beverage concepts for the new properties.

Berjaya Hotels & Resorts
Redang, Malaysia
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Vivian Choa has been appointed as Director of Sales and Marketing at Avani Sepang Goldcoast Resort

Based in Kuala Lumpur, Choa will oversee and direct the company’s sales initiatives. Prior to her appointment with Avani Sepang Goldcoast Resort, Choa worked with several hotel groups, including Starwood Hotels & Resorts and Hilton Hotels Worldwide. This extensive experience has also seen her manage cluster teams, hotel openings and achieving an exceptional milestone by increasing corporate transient performance by 17 per cent in 2016.

Minor
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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Sheraton Petaling Jaya opens in Malaysia

Sheraton Hotels and Resorts today opened the Sheraton Petaling Jaya, strengthening its presence in Malaysia. Owned by J&C Homes Holdings Sdn Bhd, the new build hotel is set to be a game-changer for hospitality in Petaling Jaya"s financial centre, located just 20 minutes away from Malaysia"s vibrant capital, Kuala Lumpur.

Sheraton
Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
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The Ritz-Carlton opens in Langkawi

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C.is pleased to announce the debut of The Ritz-Carlton, Langkawi, as the oceanfront resort opens today on the Malaysian island. Set in a tranquil private bay, the resort is surrounded by an ancient jungle, while its beachfront is shelter by trees and gently lapped by the Andaman Sea. Designed to reflect the beauty and vibrancy of the nearby traditional villages – which are known as Kampongs – The Ritz-Carlton, Langkawi incorporates influences from local culture, creating a uniquely luxurious retreat with an authentic touch.

Ritz-Carlton
Langkawi, Malaysia