Robert's appointment follows his two-and-a-half-year tenure at sister property Niccolo Suzhou, where he was an integral part of the team managing all aspects of the hotel's operations. In his new role, Robert will be responsible for enhancing the overall operational and financial performance of Niccolo Chengdu, which opened in 2015 and is the first hotel of the luxury Niccolo Hotels brand under Wharf Hotels' portfolio.
Wharf Hotels' President, Thomas Salg, said: "We are delighted that Robert will manage Niccolo Chengdu through its next phase of growth. With his results-driven nature and leadership skills, I am confident he will continue to drive sustainable growth and maintain the hotel’s leading market position.”
Commenting on his appointment, Robert Cousins, General Manager of Niccolo Chengdu said: “I am excited to join Niccolo Chengdu, which has become a much-loved hotel in the city for its contemporary spaces and sophisticated guest experiences. I look forward to working alongside the team to continue elevating the hotel's stellar reputation in Chengdu and beyond.”
With over 25 years’ experience in luxury hotels in North America and Asia, Robert has served in some of the most iconic luxury hotels, including the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, Fairmont Kea Lani, Fairmont Peace Hotel Shanghai, Raffles Hainan, and Waldorf Astoria Xiamen.
Robert began his hospitality career in Rooms and expanded his experience in food and beverage, while working in Canada and the United States. He is a passionate hotelier and highly motivated leader who focuses on building a positive and dynamic work environment that drives success through support, recognition and engaging all team members.
A Canadian, Robert enjoys travelling with his family and is interested in history, culture and gastronomic experiences. He also loves live music performances and playing golf.
About Niccolo Chengdu
NEW ENCOUNTERS. TIMELESS PLEASURES.
Niccolo is a collection of five contemporary chic hotels inspired by luxury fashion, all with desirable, highly prized addresses. Underpinning the brand is the desire to make life effortlessly luxurious for guests. Located at Chengdu’s celebrated International Finance Square within the Chun Xi Road business district, Niccolo Chengdu occupies desirable and fashionable addresses and offers seasoned travelers a choice of 238 spacious luxurious guestrooms and suites with fashion-inspired interiors by leading designers. The Niccolo culinary journey combines culture and gastronomy in a range of exceptional dining experiences with its signature cuisines. Niccolo is Chengdu’s epicentre for business events and celebrations by offering unprecedented choice of flexible spaces and highly attentive event service to create memorable experience for guests. Niccolo Chengdu is a member of the Global Hotel Alliance (GHA), the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands, bringing together 35 brands with over 500 hotels in 85 countries.
Further details on Niccolo Chengdu are available at niccolohotels.com.
About Niccolo Hotels
Niccolo Hotels is a collection of five contemporary chic hotels inspired by luxury fashion. Underpinning the brand is the desire to make life effortlessly luxurious for guests with engaging experiences, art and design, and sophisticated spaces. The brand’s first property opened in Chengdu in 2015 and it is now present in Hong Kong SAR, Changsha, Chongqing and Suzhou. Niccolo Hotels is part of Wharf Hotels’ portfolio and a member of Global Hotel Alliance, the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands. For more information, please visit niccolohotels.com, Instagram or LinkedIn.
About GHA DISCOVERY
Launched in 2010, GHA DISCOVERY is the world’s largest loyalty programme for independent hotel brands, featuring more than 800 hotels, resorts, and palaces across 40 brands. Members enjoy VIP recognition, thoughtful benefits and generous rewards at home or away. GHA DISCOVERY members earn and spend DISCOVERY Dollars (D$), an exclusive rewards currency. They also enjoy member-only Experiences curated by each hotel, plus they have access to properties close to home, without a stay, through member-only Local Offers.
For more information about GHA DISCOVERY or to join, visit www.ghadiscovery.com or download the GHA DISCOVERY mobile app. Travellers can also connect with GHA DISCOVERY on Instagram and Facebook.
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