Cycas Hospitality has appointed Giovanni Valentini as Hotel Manager for its latest property – Staybridge Suites London Vauxhall – due to open November 2014.
Giovanni brings to the position 13 years of extensive knowledge in hotel management with a wealth of expertise in both launching and managing new hotels in the UK and abroad. Originating from Rome, Giovanni’s role will be to manage the day to day running and operations for Vauxhall’s forthcoming 93 Suite hotel located on the Albert Embankment, SE1 London.
Giovanni has just been honoured in the Hotel Management ‘Thirty Under 30’ awards for his dedication as an outstanding young professional in the hotel industry, and Wayne Androliakos, Director of Extended Stay Operations for Cycas Hospitality says: “We are delighted to have Giovanni on board, he is a real asset to the team and his love of people really shines through. I am confident his proven track record and leadership will contribute immensely to the opening of Staybridge Suites London Vauxhall”.
Giovanni’s previous jobs have included managing one of the biggest residential accommodation buildings in the Olympic and Paralympic Village. He also helped launch and develop the first IHG “Open Lobby Concept” in Europe at the Holiday Inn London Brentford Lock.
His skills for the 2012 Olympics have been acknowledged by several awards including the CEO Special Award 2012 from Angela Brav for Olympic Village Performance and Outstanding service delivery and CEO Special Award EMEA 2013 for the commitment to service within IHG, consistency in delivering exceptional customer service and leadership dedicated to achieving the best guest experience.
Staybridge Suites London Vauxhall offers a ‘more home than hotel’ experience for guests looking for an extended stay on business or leisure in London. The spacious apartment-style suites feature fully equipped kitchens, LED TV’s, large work areas and free Wi-Fi as well as a 24 hour ‘Pantry Store’ for quick and easy meals. The hotel has excellent transport links with major rail stations Vauxhall, Waterloo and Victoria nearby.
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