Nominations

🏢 Alice Roudaut, aged 40, previously Directrice Immobilier Europe, Moyen-Orient et Afrique at The Estée Lauder Companies since 2016, managed a portfolio of 1000 retail assets and 100 offices/warehouses across 25 countries for 30 brands. Holding a Master in Management and Real Estate Investment from Université Paris Dauphine and a Bachelor's program from Sup de co La Rochelle, she has directed real estate and development at Hammerson, Fast Retailing, and Klépierre. Her expertise will drive Belambra's growth, as acknowledged by Alexis Gardy, President of Belambra Clubs, enhancing their position in French tourism.

🏦 Karine Hyon-Vintrou is appointed as the new General Manager of École Ducasse, succeeding Elise Masurel, who led the institution for five years and significantly accelerated its growth. Hyon-Vintrou's career began in luxury hospitality with Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts in the USA and France, followed by a role at InterContinental Hotels Group's global headquarters in the UK. She further developed her strategic vision and project management skills internationally, including in Bangkok with Onyx Hospitality and as Global Brand Director at IHG in the UK. In 2018, she joined Sommet Education to reposition the Glion and Les Roches brand, enhancing their reputation in hotel management education.

🏨 Alice Roudaut is appointed as the Director of Real Estate and Development at Belambra, working directly under President Alexis Gardy and joining the executive committee. She leads a team of 7, aiming to enhance the group's real estate strategy, grow its property portfolio in France, and manage asset valorization through renovation and repositioning projects. Previously, Roudaut managed a portfolio of 1000 retail assets and 100 offices/warehouses across 25 countries for The Estée Lauder Companies since 2016.

🍴 Lionel Levy, nearly a year after leaving the Intercontinental Marseille – Hôtel Dieu, joins LJ Hôtels & Co as the Director of Catering and Events. He will sign the menu for the new Italian restaurant Cocci, set to open in October. Levy will also manage private (weddings, birthdays, professional seminars) and public events, and develop partnerships, including with the association Gourméditerranée, of which he is a founding member. LJ Hôtels & Co speaks highly of Levy's comprehensive sector knowledge and expertise.

🏨 Michael Groll started as a trainee in Food & Beverage Management in 2004 at Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London. He advanced his career in various leadership roles across Mandarin Oriental hotels in Asia and the Middle East, including Hong Kong, Jakarta, Doha, Singapore, and Kuala Lumpur. In 2017, he was appointed as the F&B Director at Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong, and became Hotel Manager in 2021. He is currently enrolled in the Executive Master program at Glion Institute of Higher Education and ESSEC Business School. The Landmark Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong is undergoing a transformational journey as part of the "Tomorrow's CENTRAL" project, aiming to elevate luxury experiences for guests and set a new standard for ultra-luxurious living in the city, involving the refurbishment of 111 rooms and suites.

📊 Satya-Christophe Menard, a Master's graduate from Université Paris Dauphine in 1991, joins SSP with 20 years of experience in the service sector, including expertise in foodservice and café sectors across Europe and North America. Formerly the President of Out-of-Home for JDE Peet’s and Global CEO for Sodexo's Schools and Universities division, Menard has managed diverse international teams. Working with colleagues in 14 European countries, his focus will be on accelerating growth and profits. Patrick Coveney, CEO of SSP, highlights Menard's business skills and international experience as key to maintaining the company's strong market position.

📌 Simon Beaumont, with 35 years in the hospitality industry, takes the role of General Manager at Avani+ Khao Lak Resort. Previously, Beaumont handled 14 properties as the interim GM of Azerbaijan's Absheron Hotel Group, after 13 years at Marriott International, where he was Senior Director of Culinary for Europe, covering 370 hotels in over 30 countries. Puneet Dhawan of Minor Hotels Asia praises Beaumont's operational expertise, aiming to bolster Avani+ Khao Lak's regional prominence.

🏨 Cycas Hospitality announces the promotion of Craig Patterson to Chief Development Officer (CDO), joining the executive team, and Jeroen Steensma as Director of Feasibility and Development. These strategic advancements reflect Cycas's commitment to internal talent progression and mark the initiation of an ambitious expansion plan to support its ongoing growth in Europe. Patterson, with nine years at Cycas and a significant role in the company’s expansion strategy over the past six years, will lead development initiatives to secure new opportunities and strategic partnerships.

🏨 Transaxio Hôtel has facilitated the signing of a VEFA (sale in future state of completion) hotel project in Vanves, Hauts-de-Seine. The 3-star establishment spans 1845 m² with 61 rooms, 800m² of common areas, a private parking, and is located near the Parc des Expositions de la Porte de Versailles. Guillaume Jalliffier and Yves Dessort led the acquisition, with Alderan's "club-deal", Île-de-France Tourisme & Territoires' Marc Rigaud co-investing, and SONDER signing a commercial lease.

🍴 Quentin André began his career under French gastronomy chef Pierre Gagnaire in 2013, quickly rising to chef de partie and honing his skills at renowned establishments like Les Airelles, Le Balzac (3 Michelin stars), and Le Sketch (3 Michelin stars). He joined Christophe Schmitt at L’Almandin in 2016 as chef de partie, then sous-chef, contributing to a Michelin star. André became Sous-Chef Exécutif at Terre Blanche under Schmitt, earning a Michelin star within a year at Le Faventia; now, he's Chef Exécutif, continuing refined culinary traditions and exploring new creative avenues.