Belmond names new executive vice-president
Belmond, the luxury hotel, river cruise and train operator, has named Philippe Cassis as its new executive vice president and chief operating officer (COO).
Cassis has more than 30 years experience in the hospitality industry, recently serving as the CEO, where he oversaw the growth of the company’s portfolio of luxury destination resorts.
Prior to that, Cassis spent 28 years with Starwood Hotels & Resorts where he held various executive positions including senior vice president, operations South America and global initiatives Latin America – a position in which he managed a portfolio of 37 properties across Columbia, Peru, Chile, Argentina and Brazil.
John Scott, president and CEO, said: “We are delighted to welcome Philippe, an experienced business leader with strong organisational, strategic and business development skills.
“Philippe has a proven 30-year track record in the luxury travel industry. He will add deep operational strength to our senior management team and will be invaluable to our near-term business execution and future growth.”
Cassis, who will be based in the company’s London office, joins Belmond at a time of growth. The company is preparing for the launch of the Belmond Grand Hibernian, the first luxury touring train in Ireland, and the opening of Belmond’s first London property, Belmond Cadogan Hotel in Knightsbridge.
