Langham Appoints Markus Aklin as Vice President of Development - Asia Pacific

(26 May 2022, 11:36 +07)  Langham Hospitality has appointed Markus Aklin as Vice President of Development - Asia Pacific.

Markus Aklin

A Swiss national, Markus led Onyx Hospitality Group's development in Asia Pacific for over 10 years. As Vice President of Development, he successfully executed Onyx's market entry strategies into eight destinations.

Markus commenced his career in the region managing operations and pre-opening projects in 2003.

He has relocated to Hong Kong from Bangkok and will report directly to Langham Hospitality's Chief Executive Officer, Brett Butcher.

Markus is a graduate of the Swiss Hotel Management School Lucerne in Switzerland and has an EMBA from Sasin School of Management in Bangkok, Thailand / Kellogg School of Management Northwestern University Chicago, USA.

He is fluent in Thai, German, English and French.

“South East Asia and the Pacific are important regional markets where we can enhance our footprint and build deeper relationships with owners and investors who will benefit from a global owner-operator like Langham,” said Brett Butcher. “Markus is a highly respected development professional in Asia Pacific with an exceptional track record. He will be an invaluable asset to grow our brands with developers and owners in the region.”

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