Virgin Hotels Collection, the parent company encompassing the luxury lifestyle brand, Virgin Hotels, and the exclusive retreats of Virgin Limited Edition, has announced the appointments of Johanna Kent as Chief People Officer and Leo Rotshteyn as Global Head of Revenue Management and Distribution. These strategic appointments underscore Virgin Hotels Collection’s commitment to attracting top talent and fostering innovation within the hospitality industry.
Johanna Kent joins the executive team of Virgin Hotels Collection with over 27 years’ experience, where she has cultivated exceptional employee experiences for some of the world’s most recognised brands.
Her career has been marked by achievements in talent acquisition, leadership development, and fostering inclusive workplace cultures. Most recently at Virgin Orbit, she led the People & Culture team, driving a 40% growth in headcount and successfully navigated complex challenges including a SPAC transaction.
At Mattel, Kent spearheaded global initiatives such as a large-scale reorganization, the acquisition and integration of a $175 million company, and provided front line HR support for over 1800 professional employees. Her proven ability to align HR strategies with business objectives and foster positive workplace cultures will be invaluable to Virgin Hotels Collection’s continued success.
Leo Rotshteyn joins Virgin Hotels Collection as Global Head of Revenue Management and Distribution, bringing over 30 years of experience driving multi-million dollar profit growth in the hospitality industry.
His expertise spans revenue optimization, distribution strategies, marketing, sales, and e-commerce. Joining from Preferred Hotels & Resorts, he managed a complex portfolio of 50+ hotels, exceeding annual revenue goals for 10 out of 13 years. Rotshteyn is known for his analytical approach, attention to detail, and ability to identify and implement complex strategies that maximize revenue potential and expand market share for hotels. His proven record of success and deep understanding of the industry will be invaluable as Virgin Hotels Collection continues to expand its global footprint.
“We are thrilled to welcome Johanna and Leo to the Virgin Hotels Collection family,” says James Bermingham, CEO of Virgin Hotels Collection. “Two dynamic leaders whose passion and commitment to creating memorable experiences perfectly align with our brand ethos. Their energy and fresh ideas will be instrumental in shaping the next chapter of Virgin Hotels Collection’s evolution as we continue to redefine luxury hospitality.”
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