Langham Hospitality Group announce its appointment of Alison Hulm to the role of Director – Development, Australasia.

The newly created post will see her tasked with crafting and executing the group’s strategic growth and development plans for the region, with a focus on building its hotel management business and expanding the presence of its iconic brands – The Langham Hotels & Resorts, Cordis Hotels & Resorts, Eaton, and Ying’nFlo. Ms. Hulm will work from both Melbourne and Sydney and report to Markus Aklin, Vice President – Development, Asia Pacific.

The strong interest we’re seeing in our brands from hotel owners and developers in Australasia has been remarkable,” Mr. Aklin said. “Having Alison Hulm in place to lead our development work for the region will significantly enhance our ability to cater to that interest. Her extensive industry knowledge makes her the ideal person to showcase the advantages of our offerings, while her wide-ranging expertise ensures she can fully address the diverse needs of our clients.”

Ms. Hulm brings 30 years of successful experience to the role, including a solid background in the areas of hotel and hotel amenities development; development marketing; retail sales strategy; and bar and restaurant management. That background includes four years with InterContinental Hotels Group, where she led the company’s Australasia and Japan Restaurants and Bars division. Ms. Hulm also spent a significant part of her career as a hospitality consultant, as which she served as a key adviser to Moet & Chandon, Compass Group and Waldorf Astoria Sydney. She has additionally held roles with Hyatt Hotels & Resorts, Accor Group and The Landmark London.

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Alison Hulm, Director – Development, Australasia, Langham Hospitality Group.