Nominations

📈 Jana Warken et Deniel Frey rejoignent B&B Hotels CNE le 1er septembre 2025. Warken, ex-Directrice RH chez JUWI GmbH, devient responsable RH, axée sur la croissance et l'excellence opérationnelle. Frey, avec 18 ans d'expérience dans l'hôtellerie, devient CCO pour diriger le marketing et le revenue management. Karsten Tremmel, expert IT, rejoint mi-septembre pour renforcer l'écosystème numérique. Ces nominations soutiennent la stratégie "People First" et la croissance future.

📄 Émilie Genty is appointed as Director of Marketing and Communication at Wagram Food Service, overseeing Columbus Café (250 coffee shops) and Krispy Kreme Doughnuts France (22 outlets). With over 15 years of marketing experience, she leads a team of 10 and joins the executive committee. Previously, she managed accounts for McDonald’s and Carrefour, was Burger King France's operational marketing head (2016-2019), and worked at Orpi France.

🍳 Florian Gravelle takes charge of the Michelin-starred Galanga restaurant at Hôtel Monsieur George, succeeding Thomas Danigo. Based in Paris, Gravelle, originally from Nice, had a pivotal early experience at Les Pêcheurs in Cap d’Antibes, also a Michelin-star recipient. He further honed his skills in Paris with Alain Ducasse and Philippe Gollino. Nicolas Saltiel's Chapitre Six and Valentin Brietz, director of Hôtel Monsieur George, provide strategic leadership for this culinary transition.

🏞 Jumeirah appoints Xander Labuschagne as General Manager of Hospitality for Jumeirah Thanda Safari, South Africa. With 20+ years in luxury hospitality across South Africa, Botswana, UAE, and Europe, he was previously General Manager at Atzaro Cape Town. Xander will oversee daily operations and enhance Jumeirah Thanda Safari's brand. Jumeirah entered Africa in December 2024, unveiling Jumeirah Thanda Safari and Thanda Island.

🌐 Raphael, originaire d'Allemagne, dirigera la transformation technologique de Mandarin Oriental à Hong Kong, ciblant 2025 pour maximiser le potentiel de l'entreprise. Avec plus de 20 ans d'expérience en technologie, numérique, et IA, il possède une connaissance forte de l'Asie. Titulaire d'un MBA de l'INSEAD, il a travaillé en Asie, Europe, Moyen-Orient, et États-Unis, apportant une expertise mondiale pour offrir des services personnalisés et exceptionnels.

💼 Sylvia Epaillard, co-CEO of Interhome, resigns following its integration with European vacation rental leader HomeToGo. The acquisition was completed today, integrating Interhome into HomeToGo_PRO's B2B division. Jörg Herrmann, Interhome's CEO from 2019 to 2023 and co-CEO since 2023, will continue as sole CEO. This change ends the dual leadership after two years, with Interhome benefiting from advanced software solutions and technological expertise provided by HomeToGo.

🍴 Au cœur de la rue Saint-Honoré à Paris, le Mandarin Oriental confie dès aujourd'hui la supervision de son offre culinaire à Nina Haradji. Elle dirige désormais le restaurant Camélia, le bar 8, et le service en chambre, apportant une cuisine contemporaine et sensorielle. Cette nomination incarne un renouveau entre héritage et modernité, visant à faire rayonner la gastronomie française. Edouard Lapasset, Directeur Général, célèbre son parcours aligné avec les valeurs de l'établissement.

🏠 185 apartments spread over 17 floors at 2 Lübeckertordamm, near Hamburg's central station and Alster Lake. Apartments are 30 m², equipped with kitchenettes, and offered in four categories for varied stay durations. Decor blends burgundy, camel, and blue with Verner Panton designs. Ground floor includes a lounge and coworking space. Entire stay managed digitally via smartphones. Follows recent Brighton opening as part of Numa's European expansion, supported by five new general managers.

📈 Pierre-Olivier Bouchot has been appointed as the Commercial Director of the e-commerce Consoles suite by Api & You, a 29-year-old agency serving hoteliers and restaurateurs. With a Bachelor and Master in Management, Bouchot began his career at IBM in Paris. He spent eight years at Guestonline, progressing to Commercial Director. Api & You's SecretBox console is already used by 1,500 establishments in Europe.

🍫 Mauro De Felip, 56, becomes Ferrero France's General Director from September 1, 2025, succeeding Nicolas Neykov. With over 25 years at Ferrero, he held strategic roles in China, Europe, and most recently led Ferrero Gulf Countries in Dubai since 2023. This appointment marks his return to France, where he previously worked from 2000 to 2008. His focus will be on growth, innovation, and responsibility.