Hotel Co 51 has promoted experienced hospitality professional Wayne Androliakos to chief executive after two years at the firm, which is one of Dutch real estate group Vastint's hotel arms.
Androliakos took up his new position at the beginning of the month, succeeding Tobias Linder who remains part of the Vastint Group as the head of asset management for Vastint Holding.
He has more than 25 years of hospitality expertise and first joined Hotel Co 51 as UK regional director of operations in summer 2022.
The company said Androliakos had "demonstrated his commitment to driving guest satisfaction" by boosting feedback ratings across the 17 Marriott-branded properties in the UK.
Prior to joining Hotel Co 51, he led the global operations for Generator and Freehand Hotels, and spent 14 years with Cycas Hospitality, playing a key role in its European expansion.
Linder said in a statement: "Hospitality is all about human connections, and Wayne’s ability to create happy teams that deliver exceptional service shines through his leadership approach.
"I’m delighted that Wayne has agreed to take on his new role and consolidate Hotel Co 51’s position as one of Europe’s most successful hotel operators."