Vincent Vienne Returns to Sofitel New York as GM
February 9, 2015 - Vincent Vienne, hotel manager of Sofitel New York from 2006 to 2009, has returned as general manager following five years as general manager of Sofitel Philadelphia, where he oversaw its renovation, and spearheaded corporate and social responsibility.
Vienne joined Sofitel's parent company Accor in 1998, and has very successfully held several positions for both Accor's Sofitel and Novotel brands in the U.S. and Europe, including front desk manager at Sofitel Brussels, front office manager at Sofitel Philadelphia, and director of operations at Sofitel New York. He reports directly to Balendra Nagesvaran, vice present of operations for Sofitel North America.
“We welcome Vincent back to Sofitel New York after an extremely successful five-year run as GM of Sofitel Philadelphia,” said Nagesvaran. “Here, he will work closely with the regional and hotel teams to oversee the entire operations of the hotel to maximize performance, profitability, and return on investment; continue to enhance the hotel's positive and productive work environment; and ensure superior guest service in keeping with Sofitel luxury standards.”
A graduate of Hotelschool Ter Duinen in Koksijde, Belgium, Vienne is fluent in Flemish, German, English and French.
About Sofitel New York
Sofitel New York, open since 2000, is a stylish Midtown hotel with a decidedly French accent in its contemporary decor, sophisticated artwork, brasserie cuisine, and cosmopolitan service. It features 398 guest rooms, including 52 suites; function space that serves small to mid-sized events; and an outstanding brasserie, Gaby, whose French executive chef has won the Food Network show Chopped among other accolades. Sofitel New York is ideally located at 45 West 44th Street, affording easy access to Fifth Avenue and the Times Square theater district. For reservations, call 800-SOFITEL (763-4835) or visit www.sofitel.com.
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