Regional Market Overview Southeast Asia's hospitality sector is positioned for robust performance during January 2026 period, marking one of the strongest peak seasons since the pandemic recovery began. The region benefits from its traditional dry season appeal, major international events, and increasingly diverse source markets. Based on aggregated data from STR Global, Tourism Boards, and industry intelligence, the region is projected to achieve average occupancy levels of

What sets Leading Hoteliers Network apart is its deep understanding of the luxury hospitality landscape. For leading hotel executives, maintaining a competitive edge requires timely access to opportunities. This is why the most esteemed figures in our industry have been part of our network since its inception. For eight years, Leading Hoteliers Network has been the trusted partner of the most renowned General Managers and C-suite leaders in luxury hospitality. The reason is c

Here is a curated ranking of the most significant and exclusive luxury hotel openings across Europe for 2026, presented in order of strategic impact, heritage prestige, and market influence. The 2026 Europe Pipeline: A Ranking of Strategic Impact & Exclusivity 1. The Regal London Landmark Transformation The most prestigious opening of the year will be the transformation of a historic royal arch, commissioned by a king, into a luxury hotel. With just 100 keys and a collection

A Premium Executive Intelligence Report For All Members | Access to Named Properties & Full Data Restricted to Verified Premium Members Only As 2025 concludes, Kempinski Hotels stands at a pivotal moment of strategic reinvigoration and ambitious global expansion, leveraging its unique heritage as Europe’s oldest luxury hotel group to assert a powerful, independent presence in an increasingly competitive landscape. Verified market intelligence from proprietary industry data ch

Here is a curated ranking of the most significant and exclusive luxury hotel projects slated for 2026 in the Middle East, presented without property names to highlight the underlying market trends and leadership opportunities. The 2026 Middle East Pipeline: A Ranking of Strategic Impact & Exclusivity 1. The Nomadic Journey Concept (Oman) A revolutionary, family-owned hospitality model that redefines luxury as a private, multi-destination expedition. The experience traverses

Dear Valued Member, We hope this message finds you well. In recent days, we have seen a strong rise in new senior-level opportunities from the industry’s most prestigious luxury brands — Four Seasons, Bulgari, Rosewood, Aman, Belmond, Kempinski, One&Only, Ritz-Carlton, Fairmont, Waldorf Astoria, InterContinental, Regent, St. Regis , and others. Multiple new GM and C-Suite  appointments are currently being circulated, and we are pleased and honored to bring these highly releva

The video library is abundant with inspiration, insights, and the latest news from key industry locations, with a focus on leading luxury hotels and resorts - Each week, the professional editors at Leading Hoteliers Network curate exclusive videos and podcasts featuring esteemed C-Suite leaders and distinguished general managers from premier luxury hotels worldwide.... Interview with: >> Andy Abram, General Manager of Mandarin Oriental Al Faisaliah, Riyadh >> Wyndham’s Dimitr

With several of the world's most prestigious hotels announcing openings, now is an exciting time to explore new General Manager career opportunities. This is particularly relevant with multiple new hotel launches scheduled in Q1 2026 across diverse regions like Australia, Greater China, Southeast Asia, the Middle East and Africa (MEA), Europe, North America, the Caribbean, and Latin America. Exceptional leadership is the backbone of the hospitality sector. Experienced General

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A silent leadership revolution is sweeping Europe's most prestigious hotels. As 2025 closes, a perfect storm of iconic retirements, a boom in billion-dollar hotel openings, and new owner demands has created an unprecedented battle for top General Managers. LHN's November 2025 intelligence reveals: The Secret Shortlist: Discover the 3 European capitals where GM base salaries have now broken the €400,000 barrier—and why. The New Mandate: Operational skill is no longer enough. L

For the discerning hospitality leader, the narrative of global luxury is often dominated by American scalability or ultra-niche discretion. Yet, there exists a distinct and powerful alternative: a legacy of European grandeur, diversified sovereign ownership, and a pure-play management model. This report analyses Kempinski Hotels, the world's oldest luxury hotel group, which has leveraged its unique structure to build a portfolio of landmark properties across more than 35 coun

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A milestone moment marking the next chapter in refined Caribbean guest experiences and a unique opportunity for ownership on the world’s most beautiful beach  Left to right: Walter Gardiner Jr., Christie’s International TCI, Peter Korbačka, JTRE, Hon. Jamell Robinson Deputy Premier, Marek Baca, JTRE, Honourable Charles Washington Misick, Premier of the Turks and Caicos Islands, Her Excellency Deputy Governor Anya Williams, Hon. Zhivargo Jolly- Minister of Tourism, Christophe

According to the Q3 2025 Europe Hotel Construction Pipeline Trend Report from Lodging Econometrics (LE), at the close of the quarter, the region’s total pipeline stands at 1,666 projects/245,705 rooms and remains relatively unchanged year-over-year (YOY). Claiming 45% of the projects and 46% of the rooms in the total pipeline in Europe at Q3, projects currently under construction stand at 749 projects/113,306 rooms. Projects scheduled to start construction in the next 12 mon

Here is this week's list with the top 185+ General Manager job openings globally. All job listings have been verified. Member link to Fast Track: Read more here General Manager – 5* Luxury Hotel – Rome, Italy General Manager – 5* Ultra-Luxury Hotel – Hanoi, Vietnam General Manager – 5* Luxury Country House Hotel – Ireland General Manager – 5* Luxury Hotel – Jeddah, Saudi Arabia General Manager – 5* Ultra-Luxury Hotel – Jakarta, Indonesia General Manager – 5* Adult All-Inclusi

“We are thrilled to welcome Alan to the Kempinski family in this pivotal role,” said Barbara Muckermann, Chief Executive Officer of Kempinski Hotels.  “His strategic vision and commercial acumen combined with deep-rooted knowledge of the Chinese market will be invaluable as we reinforce our position as a leader in luxury hospitality. Alan’s proven track record of transforming businesses and elevating brand presence aligns perfectly with our ambitions. We are confident that hi

“Kempinski’s heritage of timeless luxury is unique, and the opportunity now is to pair that heritage with performance-driven operating and asset strategies,” said Paul Lonergan. Kempinski Hotels has announced the appointment of industry veteran Paul Lonergan as Chief Operating and Asset Management Officer – a new role that will oversee the luxury hotel group’s Operations and asset management strategy in EMEA, Americas and Asia Pacific (excluding China & Mongolia).  Paul’s ap

Kempinski Hotel & Resort Sariya Yanbu is pleased to announce the appointment of Jean-Marc Boutilly as its new General Manager. With over 35 years of international experience in luxury hospitality, Mr. Boutilly brings a wealth of operational expertise, visionary leadership, and a deep passion for guest excellence to Kempinski’s second property in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the first five-star luxury resort in the coastal city of Yanbu. Mr. Boutilly’s distinguished career

Barbara Muckermann , Group Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Kempinski Hotels says: "I am delighted to welcome Barbara Biffi to Kempinski Hotels at such a pivotal moment in our journey. Her international background and proven track record in luxury brand strategy and digital transformation will be vital as we strengthen our positioning, grounded in heritage and craftsmanship, and continue to evolve the Kempinski experience. She will be instrumental in aligning every touchpoint o

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Celebrating the properties, Barbara Muckermann , Group Chief Executive Officer, Kempinski Hotels commented,   “These recognitions are...