NEW YORK, NY–(Feb 12, 2016) – Vincent Vienne has been appointed as Managing Director of the Quin, New York's quintessential luxury lifestyle hotel, located at 57th Street and Sixth Avenue. Mr. Vienne brings more than 18 years of leadership experience at American and European luxury properties to the hotel, which has quickly established itself as a stylish and refined oasis in midtown. With specialized expertise in operations, revenue management, sales and communications, Mr. Vienne will seek to build on the Quin's ascendance, which has seen it earn awards in its inaugural two years including: The 2015 Conde Nast Traveler Reader's Choice Award as a Top 5 Hotel in New York, recognition from the Travel & Leisure "It List" and the 2016 US News & World Report "Best Hotels in the USA" list. The Quin is a member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World.™
Vincent Vienne worked for Pullman Hotels and Resorts in Brussels following his graduation from Hotelschool Ter Duinen, in Koksijde, Belgium. He rose quickly through the ranks within the Accor Hotels Group, moving to the United States to serve in roles for the Sofitel Luxury Hotels and Resorts brand. In a range of leadership positions at Sofitel New York City, Vienne helped lead the hotel to three consecutive "Best Luxury Hotel in New York City" awards from Trip Advisor, before taking a position as General Manager of Sofitel Philadelphia, where he led the hotel for 5 years. Most recently, Mr. Vienne returned to serve as General Manager of Sofitel New York City.
Steve Barick, Chief Operating Officer of Highgate, commented, "Vincent is an ideal fit for the Quin, and has the experience and passion required to build on the hotel's extraordinary initial success. His international background and New York savvy, combined with his track record of leadership success at acclaimed luxury properties, ensure that the Quin will continue to evolve into a true New York landmark."
Vincent Vienne added, "It's an honor to take the helm at the Quin hotel and to join the Highgate family. I look forward to expanding on the hotel's cutting-edge Quin Arts program, and continuing to provide a level of service that allows us to deliver the quintessential New York experience to our guests."
Mr. Vienne is fluent in English, French, Dutch, and conversational German. In addition to his degree from the Hotelschool Ter Duinen, he has completed training programs at Essec Business School in Paris and the Cornell University School of Hospitality.
