Carlson Hotels Worldwide - Asia Pacific today announced the appointment of Grant Gaskin to the position of managing director, Radisson Plaza Xing Guo Hotel Shanghai.

The hotel is located in the heart of the historic French Concession, on the junction of Jiangsu, Xingguo and Huashan Road, just 15 minutes from the domestic Hongqiao Airport. The elegant 190-room hotel is set amid 70 hectares of beautiful gardens dotted with villas and is close to major restaurants, shopping and entertainment facilities. The Radisson Plaza Xing Guo Hotel Shanghai offers four levels of Executive Guest Floors featuring 40 stylishly-appointed suites and includes a Plaza Club Lounge, Plaza Club Reception and a Plaza Club Library

Paul Kirwin, president and managing director, Carlson Hotels Worldwide - Asia Pacific, said: “The Radisson Plaza Xing Guo Hotel Shanghai is one of the premium hotels within the Carlson Hotels Worldwide portfolio. The Radisson brand enjoys a very strong presence in China and we are continuing to add new hotels in prime locations across China.” 

As managing director of the hotel, Grant Gaskin will be responsible for overseeing all operational, sales and marketing activities.

“This key appointment recognises Grant Gaskin’s 25 years of experience in hotel management across the Asia Pacific region. We are proud to welcome him to the team and are confident that his expertise and dedication will continue to make this premium hotel a valuable addition to the Carlson Hotels Worldwide stable,” said Paul Kirwin.

Grant Gaskin said: “I am delighted to be joining Carlson Hotels Worldwide - Asia Pacific to manage the Radisson Plaza Xing Guo Hotel. Shanghai is one of the most exciting cities in the world, so I am looking forward to building the Radisson’s position as one of the outstanding hotels in Shanghai and the destination of choice for discerning business and leisure travellers from across China and around the world.”

Grant has more than 25 years experience in the hotel industry covering all facets of hotel operations, including key roles with Southern Pacific Hotel Corporation and Pan Pacific in hotels and resorts in Thailand, Bangladesh, Malaysia, Fiji and Australia.