Hospitality Management Holdings (HMH) has appointed Laurent A. Voivenel as its new CEO. Voivenel, who assumed charge on Oct. 1, brings over 28 years of outstanding hotel management experience with some of the world’s leading and most prestigious international hospitality brands.

In his distinguished and celebrated career, Voivenel has been associated with legendary hotel chains such as Starwood Hotels and Resorts and Hilton Hotels & Resorts that took him to some of the most fascinating and challenging destinations in Riyadh, Jeddah, Dubai, Bahrain, Aqaba in Jordan, Brummana in Lebanon, and across Europe and Asia Pacific (Cannes and Paris in France, Honolulu, Hawaii; Okinawa, Japan; and Tahiti, French Polynesia).

During the course of his postings, Voivenel demonstrated exceptional management and leadership skills in varied senior positions overseeing strategic planning, business development, operations, financial and analytical processes, owner relations, brand conversion and communication.

Welcoming Voivenel, HMH President Michel Noblet said: “Laurent Voivenel brings extensive regional and international experience. As we continue to execute our strategic objectives at HMH, we are truly fortunate to have such an accomplished leader to navigate our group through the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.”

Voivenel said: “I am truly glad to take on this extraordinary responsibility.