All articles by Surendra Prasad Peravali
Surendra Prasad Peravali
Hilton’s LightStay: energy-efficient lighting
Hilton Worldwide is setting new standards for energy saving across its global portfolio. Hotel Management International talks to Max Verstraete, vice-president for corporate responsibility, about how the hotel operator’s LightStay initiative is helping to point the way towards sustainability in hospitality.
‘Next gen’ cruises with Celebrity Edge: seeking new horizons
Lisa Lutoff-Perlo was appointed president and CEO of Celebrity Cruises in December 2014, overseeing operations of the brand known for its modern luxury and highly personalised customer service. She is currently in the process of launching the line’s next generation of cruise ship, Celebrity Edge, debuting at the end of this year.
Carlson Rezidor: radical change in the hotel industry
Over the past year, Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group has seen a change and reshuffling of its management, as well as a new strategic road map. Eric de Neef, the newly appointed executive vice-president, global chief branding and commercial officer, tells Abi Millar where the hotel group is setting its sights, and discusses how he and his colleagues are grappling with some of the industry’s key challenges.
Deutsche Hospitality: standing for German values
Deutsche Hospitality now accounts for 130 hotels in operation and under development across three continents, but it was not always thus. Claus-Dieter Jandel, chief development officer, speaks to Phin Foster about why an internal cultural shift was necessary in order to make such global expansion possible, how his decades of experience within the company helped deliver it, and why Deutsche must never lose sight of its founding German values, even as it evolves into a truly international operator.
Tapestry and Trademark: tapping independent hoteliers
Once the preserve of the luxury tier, new soft brands that sit squarely in the mid to upscale market are targeting an untapped pool of hoteliers who value their independence but want the reach and reassurance of a global chain. Elly Earls meets Hilton’s Mark Nogal, Wyndham’s Philippe Bijaoui and consultant Bjorn Hanson to find out whether one can ever really have the best of both worlds.
Triple-Michelin Azurmendi: cutting-edge restaurant
Striking out on your own is risky in any business, let alone fine dining, but the potential rewards are rich. Basque culinary pioneer Eneko Atxa shares the philosophy that has brought his Azurmendi restaurant near Bilbao worldwide acclaim and three Michelin stars.
Bruno Moinard’s hotel restorations: a balanced designer mix
Bruno Moinard is one of the most sought-after designers working today. After cutting his teeth under Andrée Putman and Jean-François Bodin, he became celebrated in his own right for his elegant hotel restorations, including Rome’s legendary Hotel Eden. Andrea Valentino talks to Moinard and his partner Claire Bétaille about striking a delicate balance between tradition and modernity, and what guests want from luxury hospitality.
Women in the hospitality industry: closing the gap
Despite comprising the majority of the overall workforce, women are woefully under-represented in senior management positions in the hospitality industry. EHMA vice-president Verena Radlgruber-Forstinger explains how forward-thinking hotel operators are seeking to break down the barriers to female success.
European hospitality industry: rising again
After a period of uncertainty earlier in the decade, Europe’s hospitality industry has made steady progress in recent years. Our partners at STR Global share some of the highlights of a profitability overview of the sector.
Hotel Investment Europe Conference
Four leaders from a diverse range of business backgrounds gathered onstage at the 2017 Hotel Investment Europe Conference in September to discuss security, branding strategies and the overall state of the industry. Hotel Management International was at London’s Hilton Bankside to hear from Peter Fulton of Hyatt, Claus-Dieter Jandel of Deutsche Hospitality, Bernold Schroeder of Kempinski Hotels and Jean-Jacques Dessor of AccorHotels.