Stéphane Mockels

Executive Leader | Hospitality & Event Management | Strategic Vision • Human Leadership • Premium Experiences

Finestrat, Valencian Community, Spain

About

Multilingual executive with over 25 years of international experience in Luxury Hospitality, MICE Operations, Protocol Management and VIP Guest Relations. Proven track record in leading large-scale operations, managing high-profile stakeholders and delivering bespoke experiences in complex international environments. Strong leadership with P&L responsibility and strategic business development expertise. To resume : Executive leader with solid international experience in hospitality, event management, and concept development. I work on projects where vision, structure, and people are at the core of sustainable performance. Throughout my career, I have led multicultural teams, managed complex projects, and designed high-end experiences for demanding clients. My approach is based on federating leadership, clear communication, and strong planning, within organizations where trust prevails over excessive control. Today, I am particularly interested in opportunities related to project leadership, venue management, premium offer development, and client experience, in Europe and internationally.

Experience

  • Planet People Agency (Self-employed · 14 yrs 7 mos)
    • Founder & Director – Planet People Agency & Stephanemockels.com
      Jan 2023 - Present · 3 yrs 7 mos

      - Founder of a premium event and concierge agency - Design and delivery of bespoke corporate and VIP events - Strategic advisory for luxury hospitality and destination marketing

    • Lifestyle & events
      Jan 2012 - Present · 14 yrs 7 mos

      Luxury Events, MICE & Experiential Travel - Design and delivery of innovative corporate and public event concepts - End-to-end event strategy, planning and coordination, from concept to execution - Creation of bespoke itineraries, pricing models and participant journeys - Venue sourcing and site inspections, contract negotiation and supplier management - Full participant registration and management - Air and ground transportation coordination for international groups - Entertainment and production management - On-site event management ensuring seamless delivery and client satisfaction Key Event Types: Incentives • Public Events • Gala & Award Dinners • Team-Building Activities • Corporate Meetings • Experiential Events

  • CEO – Santa Maria Group (Spain) / Directeur général Hotels, Village et parcs d'attractions at Grand Luxor Hotels
    Jan 2020 - Oct 2022 · 2 yrs 10 mos

    - Executive leadership of hotels, theme parks and resorts - Managed 785 employees and €36M annual revenue

  • Head Of Mice at Voyages Emile Weber
    Jun 2015 - Jan 2020 · 4 yrs 8 mos

    - Created and led the MICE division as a profit centre - Delivered 100+ high-end events per year (€4M revenue)

  • Fondateur at Events & More
    Mar 2006 - Jul 2011 · 5 yrs 5 mos

    - Operated three agencies covering event production, MICE, CSR incentives - Led up to 14 employees, delivered bespoke services across Europe and globally

  • Head of Administration at Panalpina
    Sep 2000 - Dec 2005 · 5 yrs 4 mos

    - Oversight of administrative operations for the Luxembourg logistics hub - Management of 320 employees in a high-volume international cargo environment