Arnaud returns to Anantara Chiang Mai, where he was Food & Beverage Manager in 2015 and will oversee both northern Thailand Anantara properties. Arnaud joined Minor Hotels as an intern in 2010, rising through the ranks to hold several senior operations roles across the group's properties across Thailand, including Koh Phangan, Chiang Mai, Bangkok, Hua Hin, Koh Samui and Chiang Rai. In 2022, he moved to Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp & Resort as Resort Manager and became General Manager a year later.
During his tenure at Anantara Golden Triangle, Arnaud spearheaded projects to further elevate the resort experience, including the introduction of Canopy, A Tree Top Dining Experience; the launch of the Samsarn restaurant honouring Thai, Lao, and Burmese culinary heritage; and the newly-launched Mekong Explorer Tents. His elevation of the Anantara Golden Triangle guest experience earned him recognition as General Manager of the Year - Asia in 2024 at the Minor Awards of Excellence.
A French national, Arnaud holds a bachelor's degree from the Institut Vatel Bordeaux Hospitality Management School.