Michael Wale has been named chief government of the Abercrombie & Kent Group.
Appointed by co-chairman Geoffrey Kent and Manfredi Lefebvre d’Ovidio, he’ll take up the position at the beginning of October.
Wale joins the luxurious journey firm from Kerzner Worldwide, the proprietor of Atlantis and One & Solely Resorts, the place he was chief government till earlier this month.
Earlier than becoming a member of Kerzner, his profession spanned virtually 40 years with Starwood Accommodations & Resorts Worldwide, culminating as president for Europe, Africa & Center East, instantly overseeing the operations of 250 motels and resorts, for its ten manufacturers, in 60 international locations.
Wale replaces Amerigo Perasso, who has held the position of chief government with the corporate for a little under a year.
“With Michael, Abercrombie & Kent will begin an thrilling new chapter,” defined Manfredi Lefebvre d’Ovidio.
“When friends ebook a vacation with us, they know we’ll information them to wonderful locations, however the vacation spot is a given.
“What they anticipate from us – and what retains them coming again – is how we go the additional mile.
“Michael’s intensive expertise in visitor providers and operations will take what A&Okay is thought for to the following degree.”
Wale is presently based mostly in Dubai and shall be relocating to Monaco.
He’ll proceed his affiliation with Kerzner Worldwide as he joins the board of the corporate.
“I’m thrilled to be becoming a member of the crew at Abercrombie & Kent at this pivotal time within the firm’s historical past,” mentioned Wale.
“I’ve travelled with A&Okay earlier than and perceive its distinctive method to luxurious experiential journey.
“I additionally sit up for working with Geoffrey and Manfredi, two titans of the journey business, to construct a shiny future for our friends, companions and employees.”
Abercrombie & Kent is a luxurious and journey journey firm.
