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Dorchester Collection, the British luxury hotel group, has announced the appointment of Christopher Cowdray as Chairman of the company, with Helen Smith and Eugenio Pirri becoming joint Managing Directors.
British luxury hotel operator Dorchester Collection has announced major changes to its management team.
Starting with Christopher Cowdray, Dorchester Collection’s current CEO since 2007, who will become Chairman from July 1, 2023. In his new role, Christopher Cowdray will work closely with the Board of Directors to preserve Dorchester Collection’s strategic vision, culture and financial performance. In particular, he will be responsible for leading all development and renovation projects.
Previously, Christopher Cowdray was General Manager of The Dorchester Hotel in London. With 40 years’ international experience, he has managed and developed hotels in Africa, Asia, the Middle East, Australia, Europe and the USA.
New co-CEOs
Other appointments include Helen Smith and Eugenio Pirri, both promoted to joint CEO of Dorchester Collection.
Helen Smith joined the hotel group in 2005 as Head of Customer Experience at Dorchester. Prior to that, she was Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Dorchester Collection for a decade and Director of Sales and Marketing for The Dorchester for three years. A graduate of Cornell University, she has held several key management positions at Sheraton, The Lanesborough, Four Seasons and Skibo Castle.
Eugenio Pirri, whose career spans 30 years, joined Dorchester Collection in 2011 as Vice President of Human Resources and Organizational Development, having previously served as Regional Director of Human Resources at Fairmont Hotels and Resort. In 2017, he was appointed Director of Human Resources and Culture before taking up, from 2021; his current position as Director of Culture and Operations. Prior to that, he was Regional Human Resources Manager for Fairmont Hotels and Resort. He studied tourism and hospitality, as well as labor law and human rights in Vancouver, Canada, before holding several management positions in the hotel industry.
“This decision ensures the continuity of our legendary culture deeply rooted in the community, and allows two of Dorchester Collection’s longest-serving executives, leaders in their fields, to step up. The company will benefit from their distinct and complementary skills in strategic vision, customer and employee focus, and analytical decision-making”, said Christopher Cowdray.
Prospects in Dubai and Tokyo
These two appointments come as the luxury hotel group prepares to enter a new dimension.
As proof of this, Dorchester Collection has unveiled plans for Torch Tower, its future first hotel in Asia. It will be located in the heart of downtown Tokyo, atop a 390-metre skyscraper, the city’s tallest. The project, supported by Mitsubishi Estate, will create a new living space organized around a vast 7,000 square metre outdoor area. The hotel promises an upscale experience, with panoramic views of central Tokyo, its bay and even Mount Fuji in the distance. This privileged location will be enhanced by a Japanese-style garden perched atop the Tower. Currently under construction, it is scheduled to open in 2028.
But before it sets up shop in Tokyo, Dorchester Collection will also be taking its first steps in the Middle East with a major project: The Lana hotel in Dubai. This 225-room and suite establishment will be housed in a new architectural masterpiece designed by Foster + Partners. Located on the edge of the Marasi Business Bay Marina, close to the Burj Khalifa district, The Lana will open its doors in September 2023. It will feature elegant interiors created by designers Gilles et Boissier, a signature restaurant on the 18th floor and a rooftop featuring a bar and swimming pool.
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Dorchester Collection, the British luxury hotel group, has announced the appointment of Christopher Cowdray as Chairman of the company, with Helen Smith and Eugenio Pirri becoming joint Managing Directors.
British luxury hotel operator Dorchester Collection has announced major changes to its management team.
Starting with Christopher Cowdray, Dorchester Collection’s current CEO since 2007, who will become Chairman from July 1, 2023. In his new role, Christopher Cowdray will work closely with the Board of Directors to preserve Dorchester Collection’s strategic vision, culture and financial performance. In particular, he will be responsible for leading all development and renovation projects.
Previously, Christopher Cowdray was General Manager of The Dorchester Hotel in London. With 40 years’ international experience, he has managed and developed hotels in Africa, Asia, the Middle East, Australia, Europe and the USA.
New co-CEOs
Other appointments include Helen Smith and Eugenio Pirri, both promoted to joint CEO of Dorchester Collection.
Helen Smith joined the hotel group in 2005 as Head of Customer Experience at Dorchester. Prior to that, she was Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Dorchester Collection for a decade and Director of Sales and Marketing for The Dorchester for three years. A graduate of Cornell University, she has held several key management positions at Sheraton, The Lanesborough, Four Seasons and Skibo Castle.
Eugenio Pirri, whose career spans 30 years, joined Dorchester Collection in 2011 as Vice President of Human Resources and Organizational Development, having previously served as Regional Director of Human Resources at Fairmont Hotels and Resort. In 2017, he was appointed Director of Human Resources and Culture before taking up, from 2021; his current position as Director of Culture and Operations. Prior to that, he was Regional Human Resources Manager for Fairmont Hotels and Resort. He studied tourism and hospitality, as well as labor law and human rights in Vancouver, Canada, before holding several management positions in the hotel industry.
“This decision ensures the continuity of our legendary culture deeply rooted in the community, and allows two of Dorchester Collection’s longest-serving executives, leaders in their fields, to step up. The company will benefit from their distinct and complementary skills in strategic vision, customer and employee focus, and analytical decision-making”, said Christopher Cowdray.
Prospects in Dubai and Tokyo
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Dorchester Collection, the British luxury hotel group, has announced the appointment of Christopher Cowdray as Chairman of the company, with Helen Smith and Eugenio Pirri becoming joint Managing Directors.
British luxury hotel operator Dorchester Collection has announced major changes to its management team.
Starting with Christopher Cowdray, Dorchester Collection’s current CEO since 2007, who will become Chairman from July 1, 2023. In his new role, Christopher Cowdray will work closely with the Board of Directors to preserve Dorchester Collection’s strategic vision, culture and financial performance. In particular, he will be responsible for leading all development and renovation projects.
Previously, Christopher Cowdray was General Manager of The Dorchester Hotel in London. With 40 years’ international experience, he has managed and developed hotels in Africa, Asia, the Middle East, Australia, Europe and the USA.
New co-CEOs
Other appointments include Helen Smith and Eugenio Pirri, both promoted to joint CEO of Dorchester Collection.
Helen Smith joined the hotel group in 2005 as Head of Customer Experience at Dorchester. Prior to that, she was Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Dorchester Collection for a decade and Director of Sales and Marketing for The Dorchester for three years. A graduate of Cornell University, she has held several key management positions at Sheraton, The Lanesborough, Four Seasons and Skibo Castle.
Eugenio Pirri, whose career spans 30 years, joined Dorchester Collection in 2011 as Vice President of Human Resources and Organizational Development, having previously served as Regional Director of Human Resources at Fairmont Hotels and Resort. In 2017, he was appointed Director of Human Resources and Culture before taking up, from 2021; his current position as Director of Culture and Operations. Prior to that, he was Regional Human Resources Manager for Fairmont Hotels and Resort. He studied tourism and hospitality, as well as labor law and human rights in Vancouver, Canada, before holding several management positions in the hotel industry.
“This decision ensures the continuity of our legendary culture deeply rooted in the community, and allows two of Dorchester Collection’s longest-serving executives, leaders in their fields, to step up. The company will benefit from their distinct and complementary skills in strategic vision, customer and employee focus, and analytical decision-making”, said Christopher Cowdray.
Prospects in Dubai and Tokyo
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