IHG has appointed Marcello Ventise as its new cluster general manager at Kimpton Blythswood Square and Voco Grand Central in Glasgow.
A Glaswegian with over three decades experience in the hospitality industry Ventise has held key leadership roles in hotels and resorts across the UK since beginning his career at the prestigious Grand Hotel in Brighton.
After only eight months in his current post at Voco Grand Central, the newly expanded remit will see Ventise take overall responsibility for the management of both city centre properties while working alongside the onsite teams to maintain the hotels positions as “go to destinations for leisure and business”.
He said: “My career in hospitality has taken me to destinations across the globe. I’ve worked and stayed in some of the most beautiful properties in the world but nothing comes close to the charm, character and style of these properties. Made even more special by the fact they both reside in my own city.
“While the properties both have their own story and individual offering, they also share so many similarities that I can’t wait to make more of. I’m fortunate to have such a wonderful, established team who will play a key role in delivering and upholding the highest standards of hospitality.”