Meliá Hotels & Resorts Appoints Pablo Cogolludo and Ernesto Hernandez as General Managers for Two Properties in the Americas

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. April 21, 2016

PALMA DE MALLORCA, SP. April 21, 2016 - Meliá Hotels International is pleased to announce the appointment of Pablo Cogolludo as General Manager of Meliá Nassau Beach All Inclusive in the Bahamas and Ernesto Hernandez as General Manager of Meliá Panamá Canal in Panama. These versatile and skilled hospitality leaders will oversee two of the Meliá brand's properties in the Americas.

Pablo Cogolludo - General Manager, Meliá Nassau Beach All Inclusive
Formerly the Hotel Manager of Meliá Nassau Beach All Inclusive, Cogolludo's introduction as General Manager of the hotel is timed to the property's recent renovation. Cogolludo's promotion honors his extensive tenure with the Meliá family where he has held a variety of positions in Meliá Hotels International properties.

Pablo Cogolludo brings more than 20 years of experience within the hospitality industry to Meliá Nassau Beach All Inclusive. After graduating from the Hotel School in Barcelona, Pablo began his career with Ritz Carlton where he enhanced his knowledge and passion for food & beverage and obtained leadership roles in cities such as Barcelona, Washington D.C. and New Orleans. Pablo joined Meliá Hotels International in 2006, taking on the responsibility of Director of Food and Beverage at Gran Meliá Cancun, providing him with an opportunity to support the hotel's revitalization following the devastation of Hurricane Wilma. Two years later, Pablo embraced a new leadership role as Director of Food & Beverage for Meliá Hotels International. In 2014, he became Hotel Manager for Meliá Nassau Beach All Inclusive, where he played an influential role in the completion of the first phase of the property's multimillion dollar renovation.

“Pablo has been an integral part of the Meliá family for an extensive period of time and we are proud to appoint him to General Manager,” said Alvaro Tejeda, Regional VP of The Americas for Meliá Hotels International. “We are thrilled to recognize his commitment and loyalty to Meliá Hotels International, and look forward to the passion and expertise he brings to Meliá Nassau Beach All Inclusive.”

Ernesto Hernandez - General Manager, Meliá Panama Canal Formerly the Operations Manager of Meliá Puerto Vallarta, Ernesto Hernandez now brings his knowledge and dedication to Meliá Panamá Canal as General Manager. Hernandez has extensive hospitality management experience; his most recent position was the Operations Manager of Meliá Puerto Vallarta and before that he was the Director of Food & Beverage at Meliá Cozumel All Inclusive Golf & Beach Resort. Previous positions include the General Manager of Villas del Palmar & Villa del Mar in Puerto Vallarta, Executive Assistant Manager of Barceló La Jolla de Mismaloya and Resident Manager of Barceló Karmina Palace.

“Ernesto has proven to be a valuable asset to Meliá Hotels International and we are excited for his next venture at our Meliá Panama Canal property,” said Tejeda. “Hernandez will bring motivation, guidance and passion to the hotel and its guests.”

For more information about Meliá Nassau Beach Hotel and Meliá Panama Canal, please visit www.melia.com. Follow Meliá Hotels and Resorts on Facebook at www.facebook.com/MeliaHotels and on Twitter @MeliaHtlResorts.

About Meliá Hotels & Resorts

Meliá Hotels & Resorts brand is the Group's city and resort hotels brand that combine a mixture of stunning yet functional facilities within preferred business and leisure destinations, such as Meliá Kuala Lumpur - Malaysia, Meliá Jardim Europa - Sao Paolo, Meliá Caribe Tropical - Dominican Republic, Meliá Barcelona - Spain, Melià Vendome - Paris, Melià Whitehouse - London and Meliá Zanzibar - Tanzania. The brand is designed to offer the five senses a fresh and innovative experience through igniting the Spanish tradition of excellence in hospitality. All hotels pay close attention to sensory design coupled with fresh and welcoming decorations, balancing aesthetics and design functionality. Meliá hotels feature a VIP experience called “THE LEVEL” that offers a private lounge with open bar, exclusive room accommodations, special in room amenities and the finest service. www.melia-hotels.com

About Meliá Hotels International

Founded in 1956 in Palma de Mallorca (Spain), Meliá Hotels International is one of the largest hotel companies worldwide and a leader in the Spanish market, with more than 350 hotels and 90,000 rooms in 40 countries and four continents under the brands: Gran Meliá Hotels & Resorts, Meliá Hotels & Resorts, ME by Meliá, Paradisus Resorts, Innside by Meliá, Sol Hotels and TRYP by Wyndham. Its product and service portfolio is complemented by Club Meliá, the only vacation club operated by a Spanish company. The strategic focus on international growth has allowed Meliá Hotels International to be the first Spanish hotel company with presence in key markets such as China, the Arabian Gulf and the US, while maintaining leadership in traditional markets such as Europe, Latin America and the Caribbean. Its high degree of globalization, a diversified business model, the consistent growth plan supported by strategic alliances with major investors and its commitment to responsible tourism are the major strengths of Meliá Hotels International. The company leads the Spanish market in number of hotels and resorts and greatest corporate reputation (Merco Ranking), remaining among the most attractive companies to work for worldwide. For more information about Meliá Hotels International, visit www.melia.com.

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