Kempinski announces key changes on executive leadership team
Kempinski Hotels announced today key changes to the company’s executive leadership team and a related refinement of its organisational structure following the decision of Chief Operating Officer, Marcus van der Wal, to leave Kempinski. |
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Kempinski announces key changes on executive leadership team
Kempinski Hotels announced today key changes to the company’s executive leadership team and a related refinement of its organisational structure following the decision of Chief Operating Officer, Marcus van der Wal, to leave Kempinski. |
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This evolution is coupled with a strengthened Kempinski Management Board to lead Kempinski into the future. (To be announced separately.)Marcus van der WalChief Operating Officer, Marcus van der Wal, has decided to leave Kempinski in order to prioritise better balance in his life, following an exceptional career with the company that started with the hotels he managed in Beijing, Tanzania, Budapest and Munich, through to his tenure as SVP Europe, and his most recent role as COO.
Commenting on his departure, Markus Semer, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Kempinski Hotels said: “Marcus is a highly-respected hotelier, both within Kempinski and the industry. While we are disappointed to see him go, we respect his decision to find better balance in his life and I would like to sincerely thank Marcus for his significant contributions to Kempinski throughout his career, and wish him the very best as he embarks on this new phase of his life.”Bernold Schroeder appointed to executive teamBernold Schroeder is formally appointed as of 1 May as a Member of the Management Board of Kempinski AG; Executive Director on the Board of Kempinski Hotels SA; a Member of the Management Board of Kempinski Hotels SA; and Chief Operating Officer Europe. In his role as COO Europe, Schroeder will oversee the portfolio in Europe, the original home market of Kempinski, with landmark properties including the Hotel Adlon Kempinski and Çirağan Palace Kempinski Istanbul.
Commenting on this appointment, Markus Semer said: “We are delighted to welcome such a well-respected industry leader to the Management Board of Kempinski. Today there are very few senior executives in the industry who remain true hoteliers at heart and we are privileged to bring Bernold’s high calibre of leadership and luxury hotel operations and asset management know-how to Kempinski.”
Schroeder is an industry veteran with more than 30 years in the global hotel industry. He joins Kempinski from his most recent roles as CEO of the Singapore-based hotel owner, Pan Pacific Hotels Group and CEO of Shanghai-based Jin Jiang International. Prior to this, he held senior management positions with Banyan Tree Hotels & Resorts and Hyatt Corporation.About Kempinski Hotels 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 75 five-star hotels and residences in 30 countries and continues to add new properties in Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia. 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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