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Leading industry figures take the helm at Cape Town Tourism

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The Cape Town Tourism (CTT) Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Ms Julie-May Ellingson and Ms Wahida Parker as Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson, respectively.

Ms. Ellingson is Chief Executive Officer of the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) and is an Urban & Regional Planner and Development Economist by profession. Her commitment at the helm of the CTICC in driving the Meetings, Incentives, Conferencing and Events (MICE) economy in Cape Town has contributed to the city being named as the number one city in Africa for business tourism events by the International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA).   Under her leadership, the CTICC has achieved record-breaking revenues and doubled its investment in community initiatives.


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“I look forward to working with the management team in building on the success of Cape Town Tourism.  Today’s tough economic conditions require us to be even more innovative in our approach and to use all resources at our disposal effectively.  This includes twinning with other world class destinations and the enhanced use of technology to the benefit of our members, who make Cape Town, the incredible destination it is.” – Julie-May Ellingson

Newly-elected vice-chairperson Wahida Parker is an admitted attorney, internationally accredited mediator and coach. Her leadership at one of the world’s most iconic attractions is focused on ensuring that all South Africans get to experience Table Mountain at least once in their lives. This world-class attraction continues to flourish under her leadership.

“To be part of dedicated team that has a single-minded approach to ensuring that Cape Town grows as a tourism destination is both exciting and daunting. I relish the challenge that this brings and look forward to enhancing the offering to the membership and Cape Town in general. The key to our success lies in building relationships that have the greater good in mind rather than pursuing personal agendas”, says Wahida Parker.

“Both Ms. Ellingson and Ms. Parker have successful track records as respected tourism leaders committed to future forward thinking in response to our evolving industry. We are indeed fortunate as Cape Town Tourism to have committed, passionate and high-calibre business executives like them leading us into the future.” Enver Duminy, CEO, Cape Town Tourism.

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Centara appoints new General Manager for new COSI hotel on Samui

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Centara Hotels & Resorts announced the appointment of Vatmongkol Rasisawas to manage its new COSI hotel on Thailand’s Samui island. Ms. Vatmongkol will take over responsibility for the first hotel of Centara’s new COSI brand, launched by Centara last December. The hotel is located on Samui’s popular Chaweng beach.

Ms. Vatmongkol brings 15 years of experience and knowledge working for leading 5-star hotels in Bangkok and in Pattaya to Centara’s first COSI brand hotel. She is familiar with Centara, having previously worked at their flag-ship Centara Grand & Bangkok Convention Centre at CentralWorld. Before rejoining Centara, she was General Manager at Sovereign Group Hotel in Bangkok. She holds a Master’s degree in Hospitality Management from the University of Derby in the UK and the Swiss Hotel Management School in Switzerland.

Kempinski Hotel Beijing Lufthansa Center appoints Brice Péan as managing director

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BEIJING, Aug. 9, 2018 — Kempinski Hotel Beijing Lufthansa Center is pleased to announce the appointment of Brice Péan as the new managing director as of August 1, 2018. A hotelier with a wealth of experience championing hotel preopenings and managing landmark properties, Péan now leads the culmination of Kempinski Hotel Beijing Lufthansa Center’s expansive renovation and launch of 480 rooms, a new executive lounge and a European all-day dining restaurant. Furthermore, as managing director he will drive business performance and operational excellence in the Lufthansa Center complex which include an office building, serviced apartments and the Kempinski hotel.

“Kempinski Hotel Beijing Lufthansa Center was the first European hotel company in China. Beyond its landmark status, it’s a Kempinski jewel. I feel immensely happy to be leading it during its most transformative period since its opening. I am delighted to have been granted this opportunity and will ensure the achievement even greater levels of the European hospitality service for which Kempinski is known for.” Péan stresses Kempinski’s European heritage as a distinctive signature of superior bespoke service and quality.

Péan has over 30 years of experience in the luxury hospitality field, including senior management roles within Hilton Hotels in Vienna, Cairo, Adelaide, Fiji and Shanghai. Most recently, Péan was general manager of  Sunrise Kempinski Hotel Beijing and Yanqi Island from 2013, overseeing 14 properties including Sunrise Kempinski Hotel, Yanqi Hotel and 12 boutique hotels.

A native of France, Péan has a bachelor’s degree from Fremdenverkehrskolleg Innsbruck University in Austria. Prior to joining Hilton Hotels in 1999, Péan held positions in various hotels in London, Dublin and Paris.

 

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About Kempinski Hotel Beijing Lufthansa Center：Kempinski Hotel Beijing Lufthansa Center is the perfect mix of luxury, convenience and cultural diversity under one roof. The hotel is located in the heart of Beijing’s diplomatic and business district, and is only a 20-minute drive from Beijing Capital International Airport. Kempinski Hotel Beijing has 480 well-appointed guestrooms and suites, ten fully equipped banquet/conference facilities and seven stylish and authentic restaurants and bars. The hotel provides its international leisure and business guests with European-style service. The hotel is also part of the Beijing Lufthansa Center complex, which incorporates offices, apartments, and showrooms, as well as You Yi Shopping City, banks, airline offices, a 24-hour medical center, a health club and a kindergarten. www.kempinski.com/beijing

About Kempinski：Created in 1897, Kempinski Hotels is Europe’s oldest luxury hotel group. Kempinski’s rich heritage of impeccable personal service and superb hospitality is complemented by the exclusivity and individuality of its properties. Kempinski now manages a portfolio of 74 five-star hotels and residences in 32 countries and continues to add new properties in Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia and the Americas. Each one reflects the strength and success of the Kempinski brand without losing sight of its heritage. The portfolio comprises historic landmark properties, award-winning urban lifestyle hotels, outstanding resorts and prestigious residences. Each one is imbued with the quality guests have come to expect from Kempinski while embracing the cultural traditions of its location. Kempinski is a founding member of the Global Hotel Alliance (GHA), the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands.

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