Wharf Hotels Appoints Gerhard Aicher As Area General Manager Of Marco Polo Hotels In Hong Kong
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Hotel news, 21 July 2023
"We are thrilled to have Gerhard join our team," said Wharf Hotels’ Vice President Operations, Jørgen Christensen. "His extensive industry experience, combined with a natural talent for cross-cultural communication and ability to bring together multinational teams, will undoubtedly contribute significantly to the performance and reputation of Marco Polo Hotels in Hong Kong."
With more than 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Gerhard has a proven track record of success in finance, operations, sales and marketing, and general management positions.
Before relocating to Asia, Gerhard served in Director of Finance roles at several hotels, including the Paris Marriott Champs-Elysees, Le Meridien Vienna, and Le Meridien Stuttgart. In addition, he brings extensive skills in Operations and Sales & Marketing. Gerhard’s first General Manager position was in Hong Kong back in 2007, leading some of the most recognisable hotels in the city. Prior to joining Wharf Hotels, he held the position of CEO of the OTT hospitality division in Toronto, Canada.
"I am excited to return to Hong Kong and join the Marco Polo Hotels - Hong Kong team," said Gerhard Aicher. I’ve seen the company’s development over the past decade and more, and I look forward to working with a strong team of hospitality professionals and contributing to the success of the Marco Polo Hotels’ legacy and its deep community connection.”
An Austrian national, Gerhard's passion for hospitality began at his family-owned hotel in Austria. He enjoys spending time with his family and playing golf. Gerhard holds a degree in hospitality management from the School for Hotel & Tourism Management Villa Blanka in Innsbruck, Austria.
About Marco Polo Hotels – Hong Kong
Situated on Canton Road in the heart of Tsim Sha Tsui in Kowloon, the Marco Polo Hongkong Hotel; Prince Hotel and Gateway Hotel are part of the Marco Polo Hotels brand. Each hotel adjoins Harbour City – the city’s largest shopping complex, encompassing more than 450 shops and the world’s leading luxury brands. Collectively, the three hotels comprise 1,459 well-appointed guestrooms and suites, six restaurants and bars, as well as 18 function spaces for celebratory or business events. The properties are managed by Wharf Hotels, a wholly-owned subsidiary of The Wharf (Holdings) Limited – a Hong Kong-listed company with core business interests in property, investments and container-terminal operations.
About Marco Polo Hotels
Explore, Discover, Experience
Marco Polo Hotels’ 11 international deluxe hotels in established locations within Hong Kong, Mainland China and the Philippines reflect the philosophies of their namesake and adventurer – Marco Polo, and invite guests to explore, discover and experience a destination. Marco Polo Hotels is a member of Wharf Hotels and Global Hotel Alliance, the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands. Further details are available at marcopolohotels.com.
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DownloadVanessa Kong
Area Director, Sales & Marketing
Marco Polo Hongkong Hotel | Gateway | Prince
3 Canton Road, Harbour City, Tsim Sha Tsui,
Kowloon, HKSAR, China
T +852 2113 3288
E vanessa.kong@marcopolohotels.com
