While Oetker Collection is continuing its selective growth, Frank Marrenbach, CEO, has decided to further strengthen his team with the following appointments, effective immediately:
- Didier Le Calvez is promoted to COO – Chief Operating Officer – while retaining the position of Managing Director for Le Bristol Paris.
- Philippe Perd is promoted to Chief Project Development Officer (CPDO) while retaining the role of Managing Director for Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc in Antibes and the supervision of Chateau St. Martin & Spa in Vence as well as L’Apogée Courchevel.
- Reporting to the CEO, Jean-Pierre Soutric, joining from Four Seasons, is appointed Senior Vice-President Sales & Marketing. He will be seconded by Caroline Goux, promoted to Vice-President Sales and Joelle Edwards-Tonks promoted to Vice-President Marketing while Alain Briere will maintain his long time serving position of Vice-President Communications.
- Virginie Thomas Saint-Laurent is appointed Vice-President Human Resources reporting to the CEO.
Frank Marrenbach declares: “With a portfolio of nine master pieces, the reopening of The Lanesborough in London and future strategic development, Oetker Collection needs to adapt its organisation to upcoming exciting opportunities.”
Oetker Collection embraces nine luxury hotels:
- L’Apogée Courchevel – a luxury chalet with a warm and family atmosphere offering the most desirable skiing experience at the top of Courchevel 1850 in the French Alps.
- Brenners Park-Hotel & Spa – an iconic grand hotel, amidst a sprawling private park in Baden-Baden, Germany. The historic Villa Stéphanie now offers Europe’s most refined and innovative spa experience.
- Le Bristol Paris – an authentic vibrant French palace completely refurbished, the ultimate reference for Parisian art-de-vivre, ideally located on the prestigious rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré.
- Château Saint-Martin & Spa – a romantic chateau of excellence nestled in the heart of Provence, boasting breathtaking views over the Mediterranean coastline.
- Eden Rock – a luxurious retreat in St Barths built on a rocky promontory, surrounded by white sandy beaches, and turquoise sea; French art-de-vivre in the heart of the Caribbean.
- Fregate Island Private – a jewel of conservation featuring lush forest, wild fauna, and overlooking the crystal waters of the Seychelles. Unique on the Planet.
- Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc – a legendary luxury hotel at the centre of a scenic private park, where old-world glamour meets modern luxury at the tip of the Cap d’Antibes.
- The Lanesborough London – classically British service in a remarkably refined and charming grand residence
- Palais Namaskar – a peaceful oasis with contemporary and sophisticated design set in the Palmeraie, the most exclusive residential area in Marrakech.