Minor Hotels has announced the appointment of Torsten Richter as the new Area General Manager for Malaysia and Indonesia and General Manager, Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas.
In addition to day-to-day management of Anantara Desaru Coast, Richter’s responsibilities include oversight of the Avani Sepang Goldcoast Resort, Anantara Uluwatu Bali Resort and the soon-to-open Anantara Ubud Bali Resort.
Richter’s career spanning three decades in the hospitality industry. Proficiency in managing both resorts and city hotels, he has held leadership positions in several major destinations worldwide, including Thailand, Indonesia, the Maldives, Germany, the United States of America and the UK.
Most recently, Richter served as the multi-property General Manager at The Ritz-Carlton Hotel and Hotel Am Steinplatz Autograph Collection in Berlin, Germany, where he oversaw operations and ensured the highest standards of luxury and service. His experience includes time with Minor Hotels’ resorts in the Maldives as Cluster General Manager of Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort, Anantara Veli Maldives Resort and Naladhu Private Island Maldives.
“We are thrilled to welcome Torsten back to the Minor Hotels family,” said Puneet Dhawan, Head of Asia at Minor Hotels. “His extensive experience, leadership and dedication to excellence make him the perfect fit to lead our properties in Malaysia and Indonesia. We are confident that under his guidance, our resorts will continue to flourish and deliver unparalleled experiences to our guests.”
Richter expressed his excitement about his new role, saying, “I am honoured to rejoin Minor Hotels and look forward to working with the talented teams in Malaysia and Indonesia. Together, we will strive to enhance our resorts’ reputation as premier destinations, offering our guests unforgettable memories and exceptional service.”
A German national, Richter holds certifications in Food & Beverage Management, Revenue Management, and Sales & Marketing from Cornell University.
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