Nominations

📈 Covivio creates a Marketing & Client Experience Europe division, appointing Céline Leonardi, 43, to lead and join the Executive Committee. Since 2017, Covivio has prioritized customer experience, launching initiatives like Wellio and the Design User Experience (DUX) division. Leonardi, with Covivio since 2009 and holding a Master's in Notarial Law, will enhance real estate offerings in Europe, reporting to Deputy CEO Olivier Estève. Her strategic role emphasizes innovation and customer-centered approaches.

💼 Axel Beauvais, with over five years at Accor, is promoted to Vice President Feasibility Luxe, overseeing the luxury segment in Europe and North Africa. Previously, as Feasibility Director Luxe Europe & North Africa, he managed hotel development analysis. Axel joined Accor in 2019 as Project Manager, contributing to the launch of brands like greet and TRIBE. He holds a Master of Science in Hospitality Management from ESSEC (2019-2021) and a Bachelor's in International Hospitality Management from Institut Lyfe and iae Lyon (2015-2019).

🏢 Covivio reorganizes to enhance client experience with a new Marketing & Customer Experience Division in Europe, led by Céline Leonardi, 43, who joins the Executive Committee. Initiatives include Wellio (2017), smart building expertise (2019), Design User Experience (DUX) (2021), and operated offices (2022). This aims to create differentiated real estate products focusing on user-centric services. Leonardi, with a Master 2 in Notarial Law, started her career at Cheuvreux Notaires before joining Covivio in 2009.

🛫 Bryan Batista prendra les rênes de Skyscanner en tant que PDG le 1er juin 2025, succédant à John Mangelaars. Skyscanner, présent dans 180 pays et offert en 37 langues, compte 160 millions d'utilisateurs mensuels. Il compare les offres de plus de 1200 partenaires. L'année dernière, la croissance à deux chiffres a été enregistrée dans les secteurs de vols, de location de voitures, et d'hébergement. Mangelaars a dirigé pendant 4,5 ans.

🏠 Emma Darby, recognized wellness industry figure, brings over 20 years of hospitality experience from senior roles at Rosewood Hotels & Resorts and The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Group. Recently COO at Resense Spas, she managed a global portfolio of luxury spas, oversaw openings and renovations, and established high standards of holistic wellness. Sami Nasser, Global COO of Fairmont, believes Darby's expertise will shape a new chapter in wellness for Fairmont. Darby's role will focus on aligning wellness vision, driving innovation, and boosting financial performance amidst Fairmont's global expansion, which includes 29 upcoming hotels like Fairmont Red Sea in Saudi Arabia and Fairmont Hanoi in Vietnam.

🏨 Matt Greene, with over 25 years in luxury, lifestyle, and branded residential hospitality, joins Dreamscape Hospitality as Executive Vice President of the new luxury and lifestyle division. Previously, he was Executive Vice President at Highgate, overseeing Florida and CALA operations. Greene's new role involves strategic vision definition, performance optimization, and division expansion, aligning with Dreamscape's growth. Adam Patenaude, Dreamscape's president, praises Greene's leadership and passion for unique hotel experiences.

🏨 Minor Hotels a annoncé un repositionnement stratégique pour Oaks Hotels, Resorts & Suites, visant une offre intégrée d'hôtels, resorts et suites. Les 55 propriétés à l'échelle mondiale bénéficient d'une mise à jour incluant un nouveau logo, des couleurs vives, et des espaces communs modernisés. Les chambres proposent des équipements premium avec des articles de toilette uniques. Ian Di Tullio souligne que cette initiative renforce la position de marché, tandis que Dillip Rajakarier la considère cruciale pour la croissance durable.

📅 Mme Prachoom Tantiprasertsuk a été nommée présidente de la Thailand Incentive and Convention Association (TICA) pour 2025-2026. Elle vise à renforcer la Thaïlande comme destination clé pour les réunions MICE. Tantiprasertsuk intégrera les valeurs de Dusit Graciousness dans la stratégie MICE nationale, en collaborant avec des partenaires publics, privés et internationaux pour accroître la visibilité et l'attractivité de la Thaïlande.

🏨 Pascal Billard rejoindra l'hôtel Le Meurice à Paris en tant que Directeur Général le 4 août 2025. Avec plus de 35 ans d'expérience, il a été Directeur Général du Majestic Hotel & Spa à Barcelone pendant 12 ans. Le Meurice, bientôt bicentenaire, est le premier hôtel à obtenir le titre de « Palace » en France et dispose de trois étoiles Michelin. Christopher Cowdra, Président de Dorchester Collection, exprime son enthousiasme pour cette nouvelle collaboration.

📈 Prachoom Tantiprasertsuk will lead TICA from 2025-2026, leveraging over 30 years of experience. TICA, founded in 1984, enhances Thailand as a MICE destination. Tantiprasertsuk succeeds Sumate Sudasna Ayutthaya, who led for 16 years, aiming for transparency, professionalism, and training. Her strategy includes Dusit's pillars: attentive service, locality, well-being, and sustainability. This highlights Dusit International's commitment to Thailand's tourism and hospitality excellence.