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PATA inducts travel industry pioneer Alwin Zecha into the Gallery of Legends

The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is pleased to announce that Alwin Zecha, founder of the Pacific Leisure Group, has been inducted into the PATA Gallery of Legends. The Gallery of Legends Award is a special honor bestowed once every few years to recipients who were true pioneers in the travel and tourism industry in the Asia Pacific region. A ceremony was held today on Jan. 5, 2023 at Daniel K. Inouye International Airport where Zecha’s plaque was mounted joining the other honorees on the north side of the open-air walkway to the E Gates. Attendees included PATA Hawaii’s chair and board members and Zecha’s family. PATA CEO Liz Ortiguera’s remarks were delivered through PATA Hawaii Chair, Jennifer Chun.

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Ledunfly Hospitality appoints Grace Leo Chief Executive Officer in London

Ledunfly Hospitality, part of the family office of Swiss businesswoman and philanthropist Dona Bertarelli,Êhas announced the appointment of Grace Leo as Chief Executive Officer. Credited as a pioneer in the design-led boutique hotel sector, Leo brings vast experience, where she will lead the strategic development of the brandÕs portfolio in Europe and North America.

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