Europe’s oldest luxurious lodge group Kempinski Hotels broadcasts the appointment of Barbara Muckermann as Chief Executive Officer. Muckermann beforehand was liable for main Silversea Cruises (a part of Royal Caribbean Group), the world’s largest ultra-luxury and expedition cruise line. She joins the long-lasting international luxurious hospitality model with 82 motels in 36 nations at an thrilling time, as Kempinski prepares for spectacular development in new areas worldwide and extra spectacular properties on the horizon.
Kempinski is pleased with its 127-year custom and the related excessive customary of high quality which the group has launched into new upwardly-mobile markets. The group intends so as to add one other 34 motels and residences to its portfolio in Europe, the Middle East, Asia and Africa within the coming years and to additional safe Kempinski’s legendary international place and standing.
“I could not be more thrilled to be joining Kempinski Hotels as CEO during such a pivotal time for the brand”, says Muckermann on her appointment. “I am delighted to play an integral role in this incredibly iconic brand’s next chapter while honouring its rich history, and very much look forward to working in tandem with amazing colleagues globally to continue to make the Kempinski name synonymous with individual luxury.”
“Barbara has always been at the forefront of luxury, and her proven ability to elevate the guest experience while simultaneously maximising profitability for leading travel brands made her the ideal choice to lead Kempinski Hotels,” stated René Nijhof, Chairman of the Board of Directors Kempinski Hotels S.A. “Her dynamic, forward-thinking approach will be vital as we continue to usher in a new era of luxury for our brand. As Barbara takes the helm, she will be the first woman in the company’s 127 years of history to lead this iconic brand.”
During her greater than 25 years of hospitality expertise, she has efficiently expanded gross sales and profitability as effectively as considerably upgraded the visitor and buyer expertise for main international manufacturers in luxurious and journey together with Loro Piana, MSC Cruises and NCL.
A German native, having lived in Italy, France and the USA, Muckermann is fluent in 5 languages and is a Doctor in Political Sciences and Economics and holds a joint MBA from Columbia and London Business School.
