Nominations

📌 B&B HOTELS appoints Valerio Duchini as General Manager for Western Europe, succeeding Marine Charles, to continue the group's development in this key region. With experience since 2009, Duchini contributed to B&B HOTELS' growth, notably in Italy and the launch of three establishments in the United States. His 16 years of experience are deemed critical for strategic expansion and market consolidation in Europe.

🍴 Tiago Martins appointed as the new Director of the esteemed two-starred establishment Le Taillevent, effective March 3. Martins, previously the Deputy Director at the high-cuisine restaurant Guy Savoy, brings a track record of refined hospitality and client experience to his new role at Le Taillevent, a Parisian gastronomy icon founded in 1946. Together with Chef Giuliano Sperandio, Martins aims to continue the legacy of French art de vivre, offering guests timeless experiences.

🍴 Arnaud Becard, 53, appointed CEO of Traiteur de Paris by Noe Industries. With over 20 years in executive management and finance in the agri-food sector, he's worked with international firms like La Charlotte, Soufflet, Senoble, and Saria. Noe Industries invested in Traiteur de Paris in June 2024, boosting its equity by €6M. Becard's goal is to continue consolidation and implement a new strategic plan for profitable growth. Noe Industries, founded in 2020, specializes in investing in French industrial companies requiring capital and expertise for transformation or carve-outs.

🏨 Astrid de Sercey joins Hôtels & Préférence, France's leading 4 & 5-star independent hotel brand, as Marketing & Communication Director and Executive Committee member. With over 15 years of marketing and communication experience in BtoB and BtoC sectors, she previously honed her skills at Foundever for five years and enhanced Maison Blanche restaurant's brand image for six years. In 2020, she took charge at Matsuri to revitalize the brand and improve customer experience before her current appointment.

🏝 In 2023, Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo marks its 20th anniversary with a year-long celebration. The hotel, located in the historic Nihonbashi area of Tokyo, is renowned for two decades of unmatched luxury, legendary service, and culinary excellence. The celebrations, honoring their heritage and looking forward to the future, will include a special logo inspired by the traditional Japanese hanko seal. Guests can enjoy exclusive experiences from April 15 to December 31.

🏨 Philipp Morawietz was appointed as the Director of Development for NUMA Group, focusing on market entry, business model extension, and strategic project execution. NUMA operates in 15 European countries, and Morawietz will report to CEO Christian Gaiser. He brings experience from Homelike, where he served as General Manager, and over a decade at HRS Group, driving development efforts.

🌽 Yann Terrien is appointed as the General Manager of Maison Vigean, a leading producer of artisanal and organic oils. Terrien, with deep expertise in the agri-food sector and a passion for exceptional products, aims to introduce a new dynamic to the family business while honoring its three-generation legacy. His vision includes a focus on customer satisfaction, upholding product and service quality, and enhancing competitiveness and innovation to adapt to market changes.

📌 Astrid de Sercey joins Hôtels & Préférence, France's leading independent 4 & 5-star hotel group and part of Jin Jiang International, the world's second-largest hotel group, as Marketing & Communication Director and Executive Committee member. She has over 15 years of marketing and communication experience in BtoB and BtoC, specializing in customer relations, upscale dining, and hospitality. De Sercey holds a Master's degree in international human resource management from INSEEC Paris and has a background in economics and social law. She previously honed her skills at Foundever for five years, a global leader in customer experience.

💰 Carol Borg, former Group CFO of QinetiQ, joins Amadeus as the new CFO starting May 5, bringing over 30 years of strategic financial experience. Based in Madrid, Spain, her career spans significant transformations in top global tech organizations. Borg also serves on the board and as audit committee chair of UK-listed Ricardo PLC.

🏖 Club Med is recruiting 1,250 employees for Spring-Summer 2025, including 60 positions for its Exclusive Collection luxury range. The roles are across 6 job families: Hospitality & Catering (760 openings), Childcare (160 openings), Wellness, Water & Land Sports (70 lifeguard and instructor positions), Arts & Entertainment, and Support & Sales, aiming to provide authentic and memorable stays to clients.