Staff Report,
Dubai, UAE
The Chairman of The Lux Collective (TLC), a global luxury hospitality group, Arnaud Lagesse, has announced the appointment of Olivier Chavy as its next Chief Executive Officer.
Hailing from France, Olivier Chavy will be responsible for the overall strategic direction and performance of The Lux Collective whilst facilitating its expansion in high potential markets. He previously worked with global hospitality groups like Travel+Leisure, Mövenpick, and Hilton, culminating 30 years of experience in international hospitality and executive leadership. In 2020, he joined the board of PIF Hospitality – Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) working to expand its investment portfolio in Saudi Arabia’s travel, tourism, and leisure infrastructure.
Arnaud Lagesse, Chairman of The Lux Collective, said, “After a rigorous selection exercise, the board is proud to announce the appointment of Olivier Chavy. We are confident that Olivier’s experience in the travel and hospitality business coupled with his over 30-year track record in business transformation will strengthen and guide TLC towards its future strategy. His mandate will be to continue to ride on the wave of success of TLC and grow our different brands in the various key markets, whilst curating new brand experiences and bringing to life our culture of exceptional service.’’
TLC’s current CEO, Paul Jones, will depart in June 2024, following a 14-year tenure in this role.
Olivier Chavy commented on starting his journey as the CEO of TLC, “I am honoured to join the team of this distinguished group, especially at such an exciting time. The Lux Collective, an award-winning Mauritian homegrown brand, is globally acclaimed for its exceptional service. My familiarity with TLC’s presence in the diverse markets, from Mauritius, the Maldives, and China to upcoming destinations of Vietnam and the UAE will be advantageous. Whilst I look forward to rediscover these regions, my priority will be on collaborating closely with the team members, recognising their vital contribution to TLC’s future success and beyond.”
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