Esteemed Industry Veteran Joins the Executive Team to Lead the 889-Room Hotel to New Heights
LOS ANGELES, CA (September 1, 2023) – InterContinental Los Angeles Downtown is pleased to announce the appointment of Sven Wiedenhaupt to the role of general manager, who began his tenure at the esteemed property in June. As a seasoned hospitality professional, Wiedenhaupt brings over 40 years of experience to the hotel, where he leads a culturally rich and highly-engaged team.
A luminary within the industry, Wiedenhaupt has an exceptional track record with the development and building of teams, employee engagement, financial performance, sales and revenue strategies, and food and beverage enhancement. Prior to his new appointment at InterContinental Los Angeles Downtown, Wiedenhaupt served as the general manager of the Indian Wells Golf Resort, Troon. His experience expands upon both international and domestic roles, holding leadership positions at a variety of esteemed hospitality groups including Four Seasons, Jumeirah Hotels & Resorts, The Estate Yountville, and Marcus Hotels & Resorts.
With the ability to wear many hats, Wiedenhaupt’s expansive career began as a kitchen porter responsible for washing pots and pans at the Leather Bottle in Mattingley, Hampshire, before becoming a fry cook at the local train station in the town of Hook, Hampshire. From there, Wiedenhaupt attended L’Ecole Hôtelière De Lausanne, in Switzerland, where after a few years and many adventures he ultimately landed his first role as director of food and beverage at Four Seasons Hotel in New York City. In this role, he led the five-star hotel’s culinary team in menu development, saving initiatives, and the refresh and opening of three outlets, working with Joel Robuchon in establishing the iconic LAtelier De Joel Robuchon.
“It is very rewarding and an honor to join the elite team at InterContinental Los Angeles Downtown,” said Wiedenhaupt. “Working with the visionary ownership group, Hanjin International Corporation, in conjunction with InterContinental Hotels, I’ve quickly realized the dynamic potential of this magnificently-designed property. With our tremendous team of hospitality professionals, the hotel will continue to be a bright beacon of quality and innovative hospitality in Downtown Los Angeles.”
InterContinental Los Angeles Downtown forever changed the L.A. skyline, soaring at 73 stories and offering world-class guest rooms, meeting spaces and dining, all with LEED-Gold certified sustainability and the Los Angeles’ indoor-outdoor lifestyle in mind. Culinary outlets include La Boucherie, a high-end steakhouse and seafood restaurant; Dekkadance, a farm-to-fork dining experience; and Spire 73 – the tallest open-air bar in the Western Hemisphere – located atop the 73rd floor, boasting breathtaking 360-degree views. The 889-room property is located at the nexus of downtown’s historic, entertainment, arts and sports districts, and just blocks from Staples Center and L.A. Live. The perfect destination for business or pleasure, Intercontinental Los Angeles Downtown serves as an icon of luxury in downtown Los Angeles.
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