Rosewood Hotels & Resorts have appointed Alex Pichel as the new Managing Director of the ultra-luxury Al Faisaliah Hotel and Hotel Al Khozama in Riyadh. The new appointment has been made following Erich Steinbock’s decision to retire after a career of exceptional success in the hospitality industry, both in the Middle East and globally.
Already a member of the senior management, Alex Pichel has held the position of General Manager of Al Faisaliah Hotel for the last two years. He brings a wealth of knowledge to Rosewood Hotels & Resorts, with more than 25 years of hospitality experience around the globe including Germany, Great Britain, France, Russia, Azerbaijan, UAE and Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Commenting on the new appointment, Radha Arora President of Rosewood Hotels & Resorts said: “Rosewood has been very fortunate to be the beneficiary of Erich’s strong leadership, expertise, loyalty, wisdom, quick wit and candor for the past five years.
“We are delighted to announce Alex Pichel’s appointment and have every confidence that his contribution will maintain our leadership position in the Kingdom.”
In his new role, Alex Pichel will oversee the day-to-day operations and activities of both hotels, and implement the company’s growth strategy.