Borgonovo to Head Macdonald Flagship
LONDON, UK, August 8, 2006. Macdonald Hotels and Resorts has appointed Giorgio Borgonovo as Managing Director of its five star flagship hotel, The Macdonald Bath Spa.
Following its 18-month, lb10million refurbishment Mr Borgonovo will spearhead its re-launch, positioning it as one of the finest hotels in Britain; indeed Europe. With vast international hotel management experience gained from working at many of the world's top hotels, including the Grosvenor House Hotel in London, and the Excelsior Gallia Hotel in Milan, Giorgio has so far gained 35 years of industry experience.
Mr Borgonovo has been a senior Macdonald Hotel employee for the last seven years. In his time with the Group, he has held both General Manager and Director roles including the position of Group Quality Director, which entailed evaluating and improving all 65 of the Group's hotels.
Welcoming Giorgio Borgonovo to his new role at The Macdonald Bath Spa, Deputy Chief Executive, David Guile said, "Giorgio's appointment as Managing Director of The Macdonald Bath Spa is well deserved and comes at an exciting time for the hotel as it prepares to launch its new facilities.
"Giorgio's high standards and eye for detail will ensure that the Macdonald Bath Spa takes its rightful place amongst the finest hotels in Europe, and, as one of the Group's flagship hotel, it provides a benchmark for service excellence within the Group."
Looking forward to the re-launch of The Macdonald Bath Spa, new Managing Director, Giorgio Borgonovo said, "Taking over at The Macdonald Bath Spa Hotel is a fantastic opportunity and great privilege. It's a landmark hotel, recognised the world over. I look forward to building on the hotel's successes to date and confirming its status as one of the premium hotels in Britain."
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