A 22-year veteran to the hospitality industry, Nicholas Emery has held progressive positions at various international properties in London, Pittsburgh and Chicago. Emery joined the company in 1999 at The Fairmont Chicago and was later appointed to his most recent position as general manager at The Fairmont Royal Pavilion. He will now serve as the general manager of Fairmont Beijing, the second Asia property for the brand, set to open in 2008. 
        
Also taking on a new role within the company is Jennifer Harding, a seasoned hospitality authority who has spent more than half of her career with Fairmont Hotels & Resorts. With a degree from Westminster College in London, she began as a training advisor and consultant for the Hotel & Catering Board, ultimately leading Harding to human resources positions for Trust House Forte and Pemberton Hotels & Resorts in Barbados. She previously served as director, human resources and director of operations at The Fairmont Royal Pavilion, where she has now earned her appointment to general manager.

A leader in the global hospitality industry, Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is an extraordinary collection of luxury hotels that truly reflect the essence of their destination. Fairmont  is owned by Fairmont Raffles Hotels International, a leading global hotel company with over 80 hotels in 25 countries worldwide under the Raffles, Fairmont and Swissôtel brands.  The company also owns Fairmont and Raffles branded Residences, Estates and luxury private residence club properties.  

Lori Holland 
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts
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