Kempinski Hotels appoints Barbara...

Hospitality stalwart to oversee luxury hotel group’s global expansion

Kempinski Hotels has appointed Barbara Muckermann as chief executive officer, making her the first woman to take the company’s helm in its 127-year history.

Muckermann was previously president of luxury cruise line Silversea, part of Royal Caribbean Group, and has more than 25 years of hospitality experience spanning global brands including Loro Piana, MSC Cruises and Norwegian Cruise Line.

Kempinski Hotels, which currently manages 82 hotels in 36 countries, plans to add 34 hotels and residences to its portfolio across Europe, the Middle East, Asia and Africa in the coming years.

Muckermann said: “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.”

Kempinski Hotels chairman Rene Nijhof said: “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.

“Her dynamic, forward-thinking approach will be vital as we continue to usher in a new era of luxury for our brand.”

Born in Germany, Muckermann is fluent in five languages and holds a joint MBA from Columbia University and London Business School.

For more information, visit www.kempinski.com

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