News for the Hospitality Executive |
François Sigrist as General Manager
of Parkroyal Penang in Malaysia
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Singapore, 30 July, 2009 - Pan Pacific Hotels Group announces the appointment of Francois Sigrist as General Manager of Parkroyal Penang in Malaysia. An established hotelier since 1981, François� previous appointments were with hotel companies such as Four Seasons, Shangri-La and InterContinental. A Swiss national, François� geographically diverse experience spans Geneva, Switzerland and USA to Vietnam, Thailand and Malaysia. His last position was at Meritus Pelangi Beach Resort & Spa in Langkawi, Malaysia. His appointment at Parkroyal Penang also brings François back to the state he previously spent nearly a decade at as General Manager at Equatorial Hotel. François� love for Penang, as well as his intimate knowledge of the popular holiday destination, are invaluable in his new position. �As people are our foremost asset, François� contribution to the group will be significant. His successful track record, accomplishments and extensive resort experience ensures he is the ideal candidate to lead the team at Parkroyal Penang,� said Patrick Imbardelli, President and CEO, Pan Pacific Hotels Group. �His strong leadership is based on his foundation in food and beverage, wealth of experience as a resort general manager, and an infectious passion for Penang.� �Pan Pacific Hotels Group offers tremendous growth opportunities. I look forward to contributing to the success of Parkroyal Penang, a resort with remarkable potential,� said François Sigrist. �I am confident that with the talented team in place, we can raise the benchmarks of excellence even higher. � About Pan Pacific Hotels Group Limited Pan Pacific Hotels Group Limited is a listed hotel subsidiary of Singapore-listed UOL Group Limited, one of Asia�s most established hotel and property companies with an outstanding portfolio of investment and development properties. Based in Singapore, Pan Pacific Hotels Group owns, manages and/or markets over 30 hotels, resorts and serviced suites with over 10,000 rooms in Asia and North America including those under development. The Group comprises two acclaimed brands: Pan Pacific® and Parkroyal®. Pan Pacific ® is a leading brand in Asia and the Pacific Rim situated in key cities of distinguished destinations offering upper upscale accommodations and services. Parkroyal® is an upscale regional Asia Pacific brand which promises a lifestyle-approach to hospitality that will leave guests with an experience to remember. For more information, visit pphg.com |
Contact:
Molly Blaisdell,
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Also See: | The Integration of Pan Pacific Hotels and Resorts and Parkroyal Hotels & Resorts Concludes with Renaming Hotel Plaza Limited as Pan Pacific Hotels Group Limited / May 2009 |
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