Meritus Hotels & Resorts CEO Michael Sengol Receives Lifetime Achievement Award at Hospitality Asia Platinum Awards Regional Series 2011-2013 (Singapore)
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Meritus Hotels & Resorts CEO Michael Sengol Receives Lifetime Achievement Award at Hospitality Asia Platinum Awards Regional Series 2011-2013 (Singapore)
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Category: Asia Pacific - Singapore - Exclusive experiences
- Rewards
This is a press release selected by our editorial committee and published online for free on 2011-11-30
Michael Sengol, Chief Executive Officer of Meritus Hotels & Resorts (MHR), was honoured with a Lifetime Achievement Award by Hospitality Asia Platinum Awards (HAPA) at the recent Awards Gala Presentation for its Regional Series 2011-2013 held in Singapore.
Dubbed the “Oscars” of Hospitality and marking their 10th anniversary this year, HAPA has committed the last decade in developing and raising service standards amongst hospitality establishments and personalities by recognising those who excel in the industry throughout Asia.
The Lifetime Achievement Award for Hospitality recognises a distinguished persona exemplifying service excellence, visionary leadership, drive and passion throughout their career in the industry. Michael was selected for the distinction by HAPA’s esteemed panel of judges after a stringent selection process that included interviews, workplace assessments, and industry feedback.
“I am grateful for this honour,” said Michael. “I believe that as much as one takes, one also has to give back. I intend to keep giving back my knowledge and experience for the growth of this industry, and until I have passed on the torch of success for others to carry.”
Michael has devoted close to 40 years to the industry, always seeking the highest standards in hotel management, service excellence, and people development. His expertise has taken him on key assignments with the world’s most renowned hospitality companies across Europe, Australia, Guam, China, and the Asia Pacific region.
Earlier this year he was also conferred the Fonterra Lifetime Achievement Award at the World Gourmet Summit, and the Leading CEO Award at the Singapore HR Awards 2011 by Singapore Human Resources Institute.
About Hospitality Asia Platinum Awards Regional Series
Hospitality Asia Platinum Awards (HAPA) recognises and rewards the crème de la crème of the hospitality industry at all levels. Focusing on the people who strive ceaselessly to give guests a hospitality experience bar none, this signature soiree has become a much-anticipated event for hoteliers as well as businesses who work with the hospitality industry. Dedicated in recognising and rewarding people and establishments who have shown drive, dedication and passion for the hospitality industry, HAPA award categories are as diverse as the industry it serves, with Personality awards dedicated to service excellence and leadership, to categories ranging from the best experiences to be had in travel, golf, spa, food and entertainment. The Oscars of Hospitality is held annually, with Malaysia and Singapore taking it in turn to host the event.
The strong interest that other ASEAN countries have shown for HAPA has also resulted in the expansion of the awards with the advent of the regional HAPA, which will now see service operators vying for top place from amongst players in the region, as opposed to only country-specific competition. The regional HAPA will ensure only the best contenders from each country will be striving against the cream of the crop from the region for the ultimate recognition, thus raising the bar for both the industry as well as individual operators.
About Meritus Hotels & Resorts
Meritus Hotels & Resorts is the hospitality division of Singapore Exchange-listed Overseas Union Enterprise Limited (OUE) which is amongst the key property players in Asia, and one of the few integrated developers in Singapore boasting a complete portfolio of prime assets across the retail, commercial, residential, and hospitality sectors.
As a hospitality brand, Meritus is synonymous with Asian hospitality and heritage, with luxury properties strategically located in key cities and idyllic resort destinations in Singapore, Malaysia, and Mainland China. Its current portfolio includes the flagship Mandarin Orchard Singapore, Marina Mandarin Singapore, Meritus Pelangi Beach Resort & Spa Langkawi, Shanghai JC Mandarin, Meritus Mandarin Haikou, and Meritus Shantou China.
Combining chic contemporary décor, comprehensive meetings, business and leisure facilities, and warm intuitive service, Meritus strives to consistently deliver an impeccable hospitality experience steeped in Asian grace, warmth, and care.
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