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United Hospitality Management (UHM) has announced the appointment of Olivier Jacquet to the role of chief operating officer of Europe, as the group is accelerating its expansion strategy in the European market.
With a career spanning over 35 years in the luxury hospitality sector, Jacquet will be responsible for consolidating the group’s operational excellence and expanding the brand’s strategic presence in the European market.
As part of his new role, Jacquet will be managing the hotel properties Pine Cliffs Resort in the Algarve, Hyatt Regency Lisbon, Sheraton Cascais Resort, and YOTEL Porto.
At Groupe Pichet, Jacquet recently led the hospitality division, overseeing a diverse portfolio of hotels and launching properties, including Mondrian Bordeaux and Radisson Blu Malo-Les-Bains.
As vice president of operations at Louvre Hotels Group, he managed a multi-brand portfolio and was credited with optimising performance across various segments.
He also served as vice president of global sales, overseeing global sales strategy and distribution for the second-largest hotel group in Europe, leading international teams and developing strategic partnerships.
Carlos Leal, chairman and board member of United Hospitality Management, said: “The appointment of Olivier Jacquet as COO of Europe comes at a strategic moment for the UHM Group.
“His experience with iconic brands and in managing complex portfolios will be instrumental in strengthening our position in the European market and reinforcing our standards of hospitality excellence.”
Jacquet added: “This appointment is recognition of 35 years of experience in high-level hotel operations, aligned with the group’s strategic vision for the European market. In a highly competitive and ever-evolving sector, I am committed to leading this growth and expansion journey, consolidating the group’s position as a benchmark in luxury hospitality.”
