Written By: Colin Hinshelwood/CPA Media
Renowned as a trailblazer in the field of wellness-inspired resorts with its “all-spa inclusive” vacationing concept, Fusion Hotel Group announced the appointment of three new general managers at its hotels in Vietnam as the group continues to expand its presence across the country.
It’s an open secret in hospitality that ‘wellness’ is a burgeoning trend and Fusion wants to stay ahead of the curve.
Peter Meyer, CEO of Fusion Hotel Group and Lodgis, said the three new general managers are well equipped to deliver continued success in their new roles.
“Each of these new general managers brings a wealth of experience and vitality to their respective hotels across Vietnam,” he said. “Two of these appointees will take on the fresh challenge of a new hotel, an opportunity to further enhance Fusion’s reputation as one of the world’s leading wellness-driven brands.”
Marcus Wirsching
Maia Resort Quy Nhon
Eugene Hendricks
Alba Wellness Valley by Fusion
Ronald Espiridion
Fusion Suites Sai Gon
Marcus Wirsching takes the helm at Maia Resort Quy Nhon
Fusion Hotel Group announces the appointment of Marcus Wirsching as the new general manager of their flagship culinary-led property, Maia Resort Quy Nhon.
With over 30 years of experience in the luxury hospitality industry, including 10 years in Vietnam, Wirsching brings a wealth of experience from his long-standing career, which started in food & beverage in the UK and in his native Germany, followed by experiences in destinations throughout Europe, the Middle East and Asia.
Possessing extensive knowledge across the hospitality sector, Wirsching has held managerial roles in reputable luxury brands, highlighting expertise in both large global chains as well as independent creative brands around the world.
“It is an honor to join the team at Maia Resort Quy Nhon, a property renowned for its exceptional service and beautiful location, as well as Fusion Hotel Group,” Wirsching said. “I am excited and feel very passionate to work with our team to continue delivering unparalleled guest experiences and help elevate the resort’s reputation as Vietnam’s next top travel destination both locally and among international markets.”
Alba Wellness Valley by Fusion appoints Eugene Hendricks as General Manager
A seasoned professional who graduated in hospitality from the renowned Ecole les Roches in Switzerland, Eugene Hendricks has several years’ experience at leading hotels in Vietnam, as well as in the Maldives, Australia, Thailand, and his home base of Malaysia.
Hendricks takes the reins at Alba Wellness Valley by Fusion, a hot spring resort in the northern fringes of the imperial city of Hue. Alba was recently lauded by Travel + Leisure Magazine as third in the Top 10 Hotel Spas in Vietnam, and placed number five in the Top 10 Upcountry Hotels.
Ronald Espiridion appointed General Manager at Fusion Suites Sai Gon
Espiridion returns to Fusion where he was previously operations manager in 2019-20. Originally from the Philippines, Espiridion’s experience in hospitality stretches as far as Cairo and Qatar to Brunei, Zanzibar, and the Turks & Caicos Islands in the Caribbean. Espiridion joins the young and innovative team at Fusion Suites Sai Gon, a sleek, glass-fronted hotel standing nine storeys high in the city’s business district.
“I am grateful for the valuable experience I gained during my time at Fusion Group in 2019, and I am thrilled to be back with the company. Returning to Fusion Group feels like coming home to a place where passion, creativity, and a genuine drive to make a positive impact merge seamlessly,” he said. “Our team is incredibly proud to present a world where exceptional experiences are brought to life. By combining our inspired minds and innovative ideas, we have cultivated meaningful and impactful relationships with our guests while crafting unparalleled guest experiences.”
