Gordon Drake has been appointed Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at Kempinski Hotels in Geneva, Switzerland
Gordon Drake has been appointed as the new Chief Financial Officer for Kempinski Hotels. In his role, Gordon will oversee the company's financial operations, analysis and risk assessment. Gordon will also play a vital role in the company's strategic initiatives moving forward and ensure the effective utilisation of financial resources to enhance profitability and drive growth.
A noted leader in the real estate and hospitality industry, Gordon joins Kempinski with over 30 years of global experience in corporate capital markets, asset management, risk management as well as the development and implementation of operational and financial strategy.
Gordon most recently held the position of Chief Executive Officer for The Doyle Collection, leading the company out of COVID, overseeing a revamped structure in sales & marketing, driving improved operational standards and loyalty programme participation and investing in the company's people and culture.
Prior to The Doyle Collection, Gordon held various C-Suite and Board positions, including at Kingdom Hotel Investments, Six Senses Hotels, Resorts & Spas, Westmont Hospitality, Movenpick Hotels & Resorts and The Savoy Hotel.
A British National, Gordon holds a Bachelor of Science from the University of Bristol and is an Associate Chartered Accountant and Associate Member of Corporate Treasurers.
Gordon succeeds Stuart Dickie, Kempinski's previous Chief Financial Officer. Stuart will remain with Kempinski as an Advisor and will continue to represent Kempinski on various external boards.
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