MANDARIN ORIENTAL APPOINTS ALEX SCHELLENBERGER ASSENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, BRAND

Hong Kong, 18 March 2024 – Mandarin Oriental has announced the appointment of AlexSchellenberger as Senior Vice President, Brand to support the strategic vision of Mandarin
Oriental to elevate its brand presence and to increase its desirability as a luxury hospitality
brand. With over two decades in global luxury brand building, storytelling and brandexperience roles, Alex brings invaluable insights and expertise to this newly created global roleand will be joining the Group Leadership Team.
Alex's illustrious career has been defined by his contributions to iconic global brands. He beganat Procter & Gamble’s Prestige Division, where he elevated the Hugo Boss fragrance line.
Subsequently, he held senior executive positions leading transformative marketing andcommunication initiatives to redefine and reposition beauty and luxury goods brands, at Cotyand Swarovski. Most recently, Alex held the position of Global Chief Marketing Officer forAccor based in Paris.
Laurent Kleitman, Group Chief Executive of Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group, expressed hisenthusiasm about Alex's appointment, "Alex is a talented and transformational brand builder.
His global experience will be instrumental in realising our ambitious plans to put the brand andthe guest at the heart of the organisation and deliver enriching and innovative experiences,-more-

Page 2stunning communications and innovative partnerships. Alex has an outstanding track record
elevating luxury brands and I am delighted to have him join our team and steward Mandarin
Oriental as we accelerate and elevate our presence in the most sought-after destinations aroundthe world."
Alex commented, “I am proud to be joining this iconic brand that has captured the imaginationand the loyalty of so many fans around the world. Mandarin Oriental is renowned for delighting
its guests with legendary service, steeped in oriental heritage and we are uniquely placed todrive these exceptional experiences to new heights, further securing our position as a global
leader in luxury hospitality.”
Alex, a German national will be based at the Group’s Head Office in Hong Kong.
About Mandarin Oriental Hotel GroupMandarin Oriental is the award-winning owner and operator of some of the world’s mostluxurious hotels, resorts and residences. Recognised for creating exceptional properties, each
destination reflects the Group’s oriental heritage, local culture and unique design. The Group’s
mission is to completely delight and inspire guests through delivering passionate service.
Having grown from its Asian roots over 60 years ago into a global brand, the Group now
operates 38 hotels, 11 residences and 23 exclusive homes in 25 countries and territories withmany more projects under development. Mandarin Oriental continues to drive its reputation as
an innovative leader in luxury hospitality, delivering sustainable growth over the long term.
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