European hotel group Beaumier appoints new chief executive

European hotel group Beaumier has appointed industry veteran Billy Skelli-Cohen as chief executive, effective from January 1.

 

The French hotelier specialises in high-end hospitality and international hotel development. He was most recently chief executive of Zien Group, the owner and operator of hospitality businesses including the Eden Hotels brand.

 

He also founded and led Lore Group, which was responsible for creating hotels such as Sea Containers London and repositioning properties including Pulitzer Amsterdam and Riggs Washington DC.

 

Skelli-Cohen’s appointment comes as Beaumier strengthens its position in Europe with the upcoming opening of its first property in Wengen, Switzerland.

 

Beaumier currently owns and operates 11 hotels in France, Spain and Switzerland.

 

Skelli-Cohen said: “Beaumier is an incredible collection of properties in exceptional European locations. I am truly honoured to join as chief executive and help lead a team of passionate and dedicated professionals.

 

“In 2021, Les Hôtels d’en Haut became Beaumier which has since developed into a best-in-class brand of hotels dedicated to their unique location and culture with a strong commitment to sustainability and nature preservation.

 

“The company is poised to continue its impressive growth in new and exciting destinations, and I am thrilled at the opportunity to lead the company in this exciting next chapter.”