Summary _ A short stint in the hotel industry in London in the mid 80's in between my formai education and national service, gave me the idea to, a couple of years later, pursue a career in the hospitality industry -and have never looked back!_ So far, my career has taken me from central Europe to Southern Africa and, for the past 13 years, to the UK. lt is not always straightforward to move country and continent, which is why 1 am really pleased to now be working for a company with a worldwide presence. After joining Accor UK, 1 have not only moved within the UK, but also across the brands._ 4 years ago, 1 moved from Novotel to Ibis, from the provinces to central London. lt seems everything is possible with this company._ 1 have considerable operational experience, which always stands me in good stead, and was therefore asked to move to the Novotel in Southampton, which offers the largest C&B facilities outside of London within the Novotel network._ After a couple of years in the provinces 1 wanted to move back to London. 1 also wanted to try another brand and moved to London when an Ibis became available._ The size of the two Ibis' 1 have managed so far mean that the staff structure is very similar to that of a Novotel, and therefore in terms of team management doesn't differ much to a Novotel, I nevertheless really enjoy the Ibis brand and feel that 1 am merging the best of the two brands 1 have become familiar with._ Ibis teams and management is much more lively, energetic, flexible and receptive._ 1 enjoy coaching and mentoring both team members, junior and senior managers. lt is especially gratifying when 1 am able to see them progress within the company. Four of my former departmental managers are now GMs themselves._ Please tell us why do you think you should win?_ Through good team recruitment & development, combined with sound revenue and financial management, the Ibis Euston is not only a leader and key player in its marketplace but a Iso within the company, region and brand. The hotel continues to grow its high levels of service, firmly proving that, regardless of star rating, it is possible to be ambitious and meet and exceed our guests' expectations on a daily basis. The Team of the Ibis Euston demonstrates daily that with their right attitude and motivation, and with a good dose of fun and team spirit, they go from strength to strength, success to success.
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