Greater Paris Metropolitan Region
As a seasoned C-level hospitality expert with experience across hotels and corporate settings in diverse geographies and business landscapes, I prioritize professional integrity and ethical conduct, alongside achieving financial success and delivering exceptional customer experiences, both in B2B and B2C contexts. My key attributes include adaptability, curiosity, courage, reliability, and perseverance. I foster a pragmatic approach in leading culturally diverse teams, aiming to facilitate their growth. I welcome challenges, seeking consensus when necessary, and consistently strive for performance and operational perfection, particularly in complex and demanding scenarios.
Leading the Group's International Operations division of owned, leased, managed and franchised midscale, upscale and luxury hotels (Royal Tulip, Golden Tulip, Tulip Inn, Campanile, Kyriad, Première Classe, Sarovar Premiere and Sarovar Portico) across 50+ countries in Europe (excluding France), Africa, Asia and Brazil either through owned operating platforms, Joint Ventures or Master Franchisees. Managing the Global & Standards Operations providing globally the know how, methods & processes to regional offices. Post Acquisition Integration Management of operating platforms in Germany, Austria, Indonesia, India and Brazil. Louvre Hotels Group is the 2nd European Hospitality Group with 1'700 hotels, 147'000 rooms present in 60 countries. Since 2015 LHG is owned by Jin Jiang International, operating more than 10'000 hotels and resorts with over 1 million rooms in 120 countries and regions. Ranked 1st in Asia and 2nd in the world. Up to 2015, Louvre Hotels Group was owned by Starwood Capital.
Managing the international operating platforms servicing the Group's hotel network (owned, leased, managed, franchised) across 50+ countries in Europe (excluding France), Africa and Asia. Post Acquisition Integration Management of operating platforms in Germany and India. Structuring and consolidation of the international division of the company.
Managing the multi brand European franchise network (3 to 5 star) of 85+ hotels (8’700+ keys) across 19 countries
Golden Tulip Kumasi City, Kumasi (Ghana) Opening of this Golden Tulip managed 4 star property owned by Glahco (SOE). 166 keys, 5 F&B outlets, B&C facilities, Pool, Tennis, Casino - 200 staff
Mövenpick Ulysse Palace & Thalasso, Djerba (Tunisia) 5 star managed hotel owned by UTIC with 259 keys, 7 F&B outlets, 3500 sqm thalasso spa center, leisure & beach facilities - 290 staff
Hotel des Mille Collines, Kigali (Rwanda) 4 star property owned and managed by Sabena Group (Belgian National Airline) till September 2005. 113 keys, 5 F&B outlets, B&C facilities, in-flight catering, pool, tennis, fitness, 12 shops - 135 staff Hotel was sold by Sabena to Mickor Holdings in September 2005.
Sheraton Club des Pins Resort & Towers, Algiers (Algeria) 5 star managed hotel opened in 1999 with 417 keys, 15 F&B point of sales including 13 restaurants & bars, Conference Centre, leisure & beach facilities - 950 staff