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Cheval Collection has announced the appointment of Ian James to the role of general manager for two of its London hotels, Cheval Gloucester Park and Lexham Gardens by Cheval Maison.
News of the appointment comes as the group continues to target growth in the capital, as it moves closer to 1,000 units in the UK and globally.
James joins the group from The Fellows House, Curio Collection by Hilton, and the University Arms Hotel, part of Marriott’s Autograph Collection in Cambridge, where he enhanced both the guest journey and team dynamics.
He has previously also worked across a number of properties in Hilton’s UK portfolio over the course of a decade, which built his skills in management, analysis and pre-opening.
John Philipson, COO of Cheval Collection, said: “We are excited to welcome Ian to these two exceptional properties, bringing with him great depth of experience.
“His passion for delivering the highest standards, coupled with his dedication to fostering a collaborative team environment, makes him an ideal leader for our properties.”
Cheval Collection currently operates nine locations in London, with Lexham Gardens by Cheval Maison the most recent to open, in 2021.
The group is continuing to pursue a strategy of expansion through management contracts, with further properties due to be announced this year.
The opening of Cheval Maison, Expo City Dubai, in March this year will take Cheval Collection to over 950 units, joining Cheval Maison, The Palm Dubai, in the emirate.
In addition, the company is due to make its debut in Saudi Arabia in 2027, with Cheval Ladun Living in Riyadh.
