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1 February 2010 - Langham Hotels International has appointed Ms. Nadine Schaperdot as Director of Sales Germany, Austria and Switzerland to increase penetration and awareness of Langham properties in these three key markets. Nadine’s brief will include development of the MICE and corporate segments in this arena and drive business from the region to all our properties under The Langham, Langham Place, Eaton Luxe and Eaton Smart brands. German-born Nadine has over 10 years experience in the hospitality industry and has most recently managed the Group and Incentive markets for One&Only Resorts and the Atlantis brand. Prior to this Nadine spent 7 years with Starwood Hotels & Resorts covering the German speaking markets including a three year period covering the UK market for their Central German properties. Announcing the appointment Alison Styles, Vice President – Sales for Langham Hotels International said: “Nadine plays a pivotal role in driving Langham’s sales strategies in Germany, Austria and Switzerland as the group continues to expand its footprint across the globe. Her extensive MICE and corporate experience will be invaluable in these key markets.” Langham
has a legendary hotel heritage dating back to 1865 when The Langham in
London originally opened as Europe’s first Grand Hotel. For over
140 years, this flagship hotel has been at the forefront of
sophisticated and gracious hospitality. Today, all Langham Hotels
worldwide inherit the same philosophy that reflects elegance in design,
innovation in hospitality, genuine service and captivation of the
senses creating a truly unique hotel experience.
The
group is pursuing an aggressive portfolio growth strategy using its
distinctive brands and affiliate – The Langham, Langham Place and
Eaton. Currently 18 hotels, including affiliates, are open or in the
pipeline across four continents.
The
Langham is where guests can enjoy service with poise and be enchanted
by our innovation and traditions while Langham Place, the fun sibling
of The Langham, is about living the 21st century through design,
technology and attitude, epitomizing stimulating and artistic
hospitality
Eaton,
a premium four-star affiliate property, aims to surprise and delight
our guests with a value-for-money proposition that delivers a stylish,
modern level of comfort with spirited, can-do service.
Langham Hotels International is a wholly-owned company of Great Eagle Holdings (Stock Code: 0041) which was founded in 1963 and listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange in 1972. Reservations for Langham hotels can be made by logging onto www.langhamhotels.com or www.eatonhotels.com.
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Contact: Sherona Shng Vice President - Communications Langham Hotels International Tel: (852) 3552 3938 Fax: (852) 3552 3902 Email: [email protected] Ainslie Cheung Director of Public Relations (International) Langham Hotels International Tel: (852) 3552 3823 Fax: (852) 3552 3902 Email: [email protected] |