It is now clear that Pia Djupmark, CEO of Grand Hôtel Stockholm, will take a seat on The Leading Hotels of the World’s executive committee. The committee consists of a total of eight prominent hotel leaders and entrepreneurs from around the world, who together operate and develop the world’s largest collection of luxury hotels. Here, the world’s premier hotels, resorts, private islands and converted palaces gather – from exotic paradises to the timeless elegance of the Nordics.
The Leading Hotels of the World (LHW) proudly welcomes Pia Djupmark, CEO of Grand Hôtel Stockholm, to its Executive Committee, strengthening the global network with solid industry expertise, strategic vision and great commitment.
“It is a great honor to be elected to The Leading Hotels of the World’s Executive Committee. I look forward to contributing my experience and a Nordic perspective on the hospitality industry in a global context, and to being inspired by my colleagues“ insights and visions around exceptional hospitality and unique travel experiences,” says Pia Djupmark, CEO of Grand Hôtel Stockholm.
Djupmark, who has been CEO of Grand Hôtel Stockholm and Grand Group AB since 2013, has over three decades of experience in the hotel industry, with previous roles as General Manager of Radisson Blu Royal Viking Hotel and Regional Director for Radisson Group's Swedish portfolio. She is also Chair of Visita's Nomination Committee and a board member of the Confederation of Swedish Enterprise.
”Pia is a highly respected and collaborative leader in our network,” said Andrea Scherz, Chair of the LHW Executive Committee and Owner and General Manager of Gstaad Palace. ”Her proven leadership and strategic vision will help us strengthen our mission to support independent luxury hotels.”
Since its inception in 1928, LHW has brought together luxury hotels and independent hotel entrepreneurs worldwide and today consists of over 400 hotels, spread across more than 80 countries. The executive committee consists of seven hotel entrepreneurs and a global business leader who represent LHW's currently over 60 shareholder members. Together with LHW's management and employees, the committee is tasked with strengthening and connecting 5-star hotels worldwide.
Together with Pia Djupmark, The Leading Hotels of the World's executive committee consists of Andrea Scherz, chair of the LHW executive committee and owner and General Manager of Gstaad Palace, Ruth Jones, vice chair of the LHW executive committee, Crescenzo Gargano, co-owner of Hotel Santa Caterina, Richard Leuenberger, CEO of Badrutt's Palace, Peter Shaindlin, COO of Halekulani Corporation, Matthias Winkler, CEO of Sacher Hotels, and Lynne Biggar, senior advisor at Boston Consulting Group and former chief marketing officer at Visa.
About The Leading Hotels of the World
The Leading Hotels of the World (LHW) has been curating the exceptional since 1928 and today represents a collection of the world’s most exclusive luxury hotels. The Leading Hotels of the World is owned by more than 60 member hotels and is governed by an executive committee that ensures that LHW maintains the highest standards of excellence, without compromising the unique DNA of each hotel. Since its inception, LHW has grown to become the largest collection of distinctive independent luxury hotels in the world.
