Appointing a President to Lead and Scale a Global Hotel Management Platform in EMEA

Our client is a global, third-party hotel management company operating a large and diverse portfolio across full-service, select-service, luxury, resort, convention, and lifestyle hotels. Following a major international merger, the business manages a portfolio of more than 1,250 properties worldwide and represents one of the largest hotel management platforms globally.

The client sought to appoint a President – EMEA to take full P&L and strategic responsibility for its international division. Reporting directly to board and working closely with the global leadership team, the role was critical to driving growth, profitability, and brand reputation across the region. Operating in a highly autonomous capacity, the successful candidate needed to lead operational excellence at scale while aligning owner objectives with the organisation's long-term growth strategy. The remit covered full responsibility for operations, finance, commercial performance, development, and people strategy across the region.

We conducted a global executive search targeting senior hospitality leaders with proven experience operating at scale across multiple geographies. Our approach focused on identifying candidates with:

• End-to-end P&L ownership across complex hotel portfolios
• Strong international operating experience within branded environments
• A deep understanding of owner relations and third-party management models
• The leadership capability to drive growth, performance, and cultural alignment within a global organisation

Each candidate was assessed against both technical capability and leadership style to ensure alignment with the client's global platform and regional ambitions.

We successfully appointed a President to lead the EMEA region, providing immediate senior leadership and strategic direction. The appointment strengthened the client's international leadership capability and positioned the platform for continued growth, operational excellence, and enhanced owner relationships across the region.