Langham Hospitality Group has announced Bob van den Oord as its next Chief Executive Officer, succeeding Brett Butcher, who is stepping down from the position.
Butcher, an Australian national, took up the CEO position in 2021, seven years after he departed the organisation from the same role.
He will retain responsibilities within Great Eagle as well as CEO of Langham Hospitality Investment Ltd.
Van den Oord, a senior leader at Langham for the last 20 years, has previously served as COO and Senior Vice President – Sales and Marketing. He is currently Regional Vice President – Europe, Middle East and North America.
He will officially commence the CEO role from September 1, 2023.
“I am delighted and humbled to have been appointed to lead Langham Hospitality Group into a new era of success,” said van den Oord.
“We have an attractive brand portfolio of iconic hotels, with strong appeal to guests and partners. Supported by our talented colleagues around the world, we will continue to deliver enhanced guest experiences, drive business performance with exceptional results as we serve our guests every day.”
Great Eagle Holdings Chairman and Managing Director, Dr. KS Lo, described van den Oord as “a dynamic business leader with a diverse background and excellent track record of delivery in the hospitality business”.
“He possesses exceptional strategic capabilities, is highly operational effective, and over the years has built great relationships with all our stakeholders and owners,” Lo said.
“We look forward to Bob driving the development of Langham Hospitality Group’s portfolio as one of the world’s eminent hospitality groups, delivering long term growth and value for all our brands and partners.”
Lo also thanked Butcher for his “visionary” leadership.
“The changes he has initiated to the company’s global strategy, and organisational structure leaves the group better positioned for success in a post-pandemic world,” Lo said.