Rudy Rodas joins Pan Pacific Xiamen as General Manager

Rudy Rodas has been appointed as General Manager of the Pan Pacific Xiamen, an upper upscale hotel scheduled to open in the heart of Xiamen’s financial district on 1 August 2009.

Rudy Rodas has almost 30 years of international hotel experience, having held senior management positions with Accor, Marriott and Sheraton hotels in various countries including Australia, Beijing, Singapore, Thailand and USA.

Johnson Xi, who holds the title as Resident Manager will be assisting Rudy closely in the daily operations of the hotel as well as formulating and executing the hotel’s sales and marketing strategies to maximize revenue. Johnson has held various senior positions in Holiday Inn, Crowne Plaza, Sheraton and Sofitel throughout China.

In his position, he will be supported by Chris Li, who is appointed as Marketing Communications Manager. Prior to joining Pan Pacific Xiamen, Chris was previously with Sofitel and Shangri-La and she will be focusing on marketing and public relations efforts to drive brand exposure to both local and international markets.

“Pan Pacific Xiamen’s opening marks a significant milestone for the group as we continue to expand the breadth and depth of the Pan Pacific experience to more guests. Continually recognizing our people as our most valuable assets, we value the contributions of these key executives to the hotel; their continued leadership will ensure an enriched experience for our guests,” said Mr A. Patrick Imbardelli, President and CEO, Pan Pacific Hotels Group.

Some of the hotel enhancements include a refreshed lobby, advanced gym facilities and room features such as flat-screen televisions with dual language controls, i-Pod docking stations and the signature Pacific Club for discerning travellers.

Pan Pacific Xiamen will also feature the brand’s award-winning Cantonese restaurant, Hai Tien Lo serving up fine Chinese cuisine.

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