Mandarin Oriental International announces Laurent Kleitman as next CEO

– CHINA, Hong Kong –  Mandarin Oriental International Limited (LON: MDO) today announced the appointment of Laurent Kleitman as Group Chief Executive effective from 1st September 2023, to succeed James Riley who will step down.

“With Laurent’s leadership, we will continue to grow our global portfolio of luxury hotels, resorts and residences. Building on Mandarin Oriental’s renowned legendary service, he will further evolve our brand for our guests – delivering 21st century luxury hospitality and lifestyle experiences steeped in a rich and proud Asian heritage. I am delighted to welcome Laurent to Mandarin Oriental.” said Board Chairman, Ben Keswick.

About Laurent Kleitman

Laurent Kleitman was most recently the President and Chief Executive of Parfums Christian Dior, the largest luxury fashion beauty business of LVMH. He was responsible for the business globally, managing the luxury brand’s perfume, make-up, and skincare categories.

Prior to joining LVMH in 2019, Laurent Kleitman was President of the Consumer Beauty division of Coty, an NYSE-listed leading beauty company with a portfolio of well-known brands across fragrance, color cosmetics, and skin and body care. Prior to that, he spent 25 years at Unilever and held global and regional leadership roles covering the UK, Europe, and Asia, across its personal care, home care, and food businesses.

His has centered on building iconic brands. He has led the creation and evolution of new and historic brands as well as growth strategies focused on customer-centric innovation and experience. He has also built digital platforms for brands, and expanded brands into new markets and new product lines.

About Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group is the award-winning owner and operator of some of the world’s most luxurious hotels, resorts, and residences. Having grown from its Asian roots into a global brand, the Group now operates 36 hotels and nine residences in 24 countries and territories, with each property reflecting the Group’s oriental heritage, local culture, and unique design. Mandarin Oriental has a strong pipeline of hotels and residences under development and is a member of the Jardine Matheson Group.

For more information: https://www.mandarinoriental.com/

- DisclaimerNews, data, and statements included in this release are intended exclusively for general information purposes. Talent4Boards does not guarantee that news is accurate or about the correct person and accepts neither liability for the consequences of the reader’s reliance, nor responsibility for the accuracy of the information. Nothing in this release should be considered for decisions about referred securities. Products and brand names may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.