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UK: Minor Hotels, a global hospitality brand with more than 640 properties across 67 countries, has named Marco Ercolano as general manager of The WestDill Mayfair Hotel of London, Colbert Collection.
Ercolano brings nearly two decades of experience across London’s luxury hotels into his position. As general manager, he will oversee the hotel’s operations and pre-opening activities as Minor Hotels prepares to debut the Colbert Collection in London’s Mayfair district.
Prior to his role with Minor, he has worked senior roles at St. Ermin’s Hotel, Autograph Collection by Marriott; The Trafalgar St. James, Curio Collection by Hilton; Canopy by Hilton London City; The Ritz London; and Bulgari Hotel & Residences London.
“I am honoured to lead the opening of The WestDill Mayfair, a project that brings together London’s heritage, contemporary culture and the Colbert Collection’s soulful approach to hospitality,” Ercolano said. “This is an extraordinary opportunity to shape a standout property where guests and locals can connect through art, cuisine and a genuine sense of community.”
Ercolano also holds an advanced hotel revenue management certification from Cornell University and a bachelor’s degree in hospitality and tourism management from the University of West London.
Giles Selves, Minor Hotels’ senior vice president for luxury hotels in Europe and the Americas, added: “His extensive experience in London’s luxury sector, combined with his proven track record in pre-opening and operational excellence, makes him the ideal leader to introduce the Colbert Collection to the UK market.”
Highlights:
- Minor Hotels has appointed Marco Ercolano as general manager of The WestDill Mayfair Hotel of London, Colbert Collection, ahead of the hotel’s debut in London’s Mayfair district.
- Ercolano brings nearly 20 years of experience in London’s luxury hospitality sector, having held senior positions at The Ritz London, Bulgari Hotel & Residences London, St. Ermin’s Hotel and other major properties.
- He will oversee the hotel’s operations and pre-opening activities as Minor Hotels prepares to introduce the Colbert Collection to the UK market.
