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Simon Barnett-Image Credit 4 Seasons
Hotels Simon Barnett has been selected as the brand-new General Manager of 4 Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur. He moves from the 4 Seasons Hotel in Bangkok and brings with him over 30 years of worldwide experience in the hospitality sector.
Barnett’s career consists of 15 years with Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts. He started his career in the front workplace of a luxury hotel in Brisbane, Australia, where he acquired valuable experience throughout various departments, consisting of the concierge and bookings. Barnett discovered his specific niche in sales, where he progressively advanced, operating in luxury properties in Australia’s Gold Coast, London, and New york city, handling groups throughout diverse cultural environments.
In 2011, Barnett signed up with Four Seasons Hotel Sydney as Director of Catering and Conference Providers before transferring to Director of Marketing. His shift to Hotel Supervisor in Sydney was followed by a stint at Four Seasons Hotel Singapore, where he held double functions as Hotel Supervisor and Director of Marketing.
Barnett’s first project as a General Manager was at 4 Seasons Hotel Jakarta, where he contributed significantly to the home’s post-pandemic development. His recent tenure in Bangkok saw the effective launch of a brand-new restaurant, a hotel-wide sustainability program, and a daily cultural experiences calendar.
At 4 Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur, Barnett prepares to amplify the hotel’s offerings, highlighting the city’s multicultural vibrancy. He aims to improve the regional art, history, and customs through destination-led experiences. A growth of the health care is also on the cards, consisting of a line-up of checking out specialists and everyday activities centered on mindfulness, healthy food, and durability science.
Barnett’s visit includes high expectations as he organizes among Kuala Lumpur’s the majority of stylish and welcoming retreats. He is eagerly anticipating making every guest feel special at Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur, assessing his lesson over his career: “To make each and every single visitor feel special.”