Europe's oldest luxury hotel group, Kempinski Hotels, today announced the appointment of Barbara Muckermann as CEO.
Previously, Muckermann was responsible for running Silversea Cruises (part of Royal Caribbean Group), the luxury and expedition cruise line.
It joins the global luxury hospitality brand with 82 hotels in 36 countries at a great time, as Kempinski prepares for impressive growth in new regions around the world and more properties on the horizon.
Kempinski is proud of its 127-year tradition and the high level of quality it has brought to new and growing markets. The group plans to add another 34 hotels and residences to its portfolio in Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Africa in the coming years, further securing Kempinski's legendary position and global prestige.
“I couldn’t be more excited to join Kempinski Hotels as CEO at such a pivotal time for the brand,” says Muckermann about her appointment. “I am delighted to play an integral role in the next chapter for this incredibly iconic brand, while honoring its rich history, and I look forward to working in tandem with amazing colleagues globally to continue making the Kempinski name synonymous with individual luxury.”
“Barbara has always been at the forefront of luxury, and her proven ability to elevate the guest experience while maximizing the profitability of leading travel brands makes her the ideal choice to lead Kempinski Hotels,” said René Nijhof, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Kempinski Hotels SA
“Her dynamic and forward-thinking approach will be vital as we continue to usher in a new era of luxury for our brand. When Barbara takes the helm, she will be the first woman in the company's 127-year history to lead this iconic brand“.
During his more than 25 years of experience in the hospitality sector, he has managed to increase sales and profitability, as well as significantly improve the guest and customer experience of world-leading brands in the luxury and travel sector, such as Loro Piana, MSC Cruises and NCL.
German by birth, after having lived in Italy, France and the USA, Muckermann speaks five languages fluently and holds a PhD in Political and Economic Sciences and a joint MBA from Columbia and London Business School.
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