Stelliers

07/05/2026

We are truly honoured to welcome William Mackay back to the
Stelliers Greater China 2026 judging panel!

From starting as a kitchen intern at The Connaught in London
to becoming President of Operations, Asia Pacific at Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts, William’s journey spans over 30 years across the United States, Canada, Europe, and Asia, shaping a truly global perspective on hospitality excellence.

The depth of cross-cultural and cross-regional experience he's gained throughout his career allows William him to see the
industry from a higher vantage point and to recognise not just achievement, but true potential in the next generation of leaders.
As Stelliers continues to celebrate talents shaping the
future of hospitality, we look forward to the global insight and depth he brings to the judging process.

Learn more about William: https://stelliers.com/news/meet-william-mackay-stelliers-greater-china-judge

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Applications are NOW OPEN for Stelliers Greater China 2026.

Apply today at: https://stelliers.com/stelliers-china-2026-applications

06/05/2026

We’re thrilled to welcome FINN Partners as our official PR Partner for Stelliers 2026!

With their bold creativity, strategic expertise, and global reach, FINN will help shine a spotlight on our finalists and winners, sharing their inspiring stories with the world. 🌏

Learn more about FINN Partners here: https://stelliers.com/news/finn-partners-pr-partner

We are delighted to welcome FINN Partners as the official PR Partner for Stelliers 2026 for both Asia and Greater China.

30/04/2026

Stelliers’ Executive Assistant Manager Sophie Yan recently
spent time in Chengdu and Chongqing, reconnecting with hotelier friends, meeting new industry peers, and sharing news of our three new award categories for 2026!

From candid conversations about market realities to the
excitement around recognising more roles in hospitality, the trip was a strong reminder of the depth and energy of Southwest China’s hotel community.

Thank you to everyone who made the time to connect in
person. We look forward to seeing even more nominations from the region this year!

Read the full article: https://stelliers.com/news/stelliers-in-chengdu-chongqing

Ready to submit a nomination for Stelliers Greater China
2026? Visit the applications portal:
https://stelliers.com/stelliers-china-2026-applications

Recent travels took Sophie Yan, Stelliers’ Executive Assistant Manager, to Chengdu and Chongqing, where the trip combined reconnecting with long-time industry friends and meeting many new members of the Southwest China hospitality community.

29/04/2026

Stelliers Co-Founder Stephane de Montgros spent the week in Beijing at a time when the capital felt full of energy.

From strong early-year business to the return of international leisure demand, conversations with hoteliers pointed to something we haven’t taken for granted in recent years – reasons to be cautiously optimistic.

Continue reading: https://stelliers.com/news/stelliers-in-beijing

Thank you to everyone who made time to share perspectives in Beijing.

Ready to submit a nomination for Stelliers Greater China 2026?

Visit the applications portal: https://stelliers.com/stelliers-china-2026-applications

28/04/2026

Most hotel rooms are built around consistency. Once installed, the setup rarely changes, and the bed is expected to perform night after night for a wide range of guests.

From an operational standpoint, that approach makes sense. In practice, though, preferences around support and sleeping positions vary more than a standard setup can accommodate.

MJAI introduces a more flexible bed setup. Built to work with existing bed frames, the system combines adjustable functionality and AI-powered sleep tracking with a supportive mattress and ergonomic design, allowing comfort to be adapted per guest without altering the entire guest room.

As a Silver Partner for Stelliers 2026, MJAI offers hoteliers a more adaptable way of delivering quality sleep within an otherwise fixed room configuration.

Learn more about MJAI: https://stelliers.com/asia-news-press/mjai-joins-stelliers-asia-2026

Across hospitality, the guest room has remained largely consistent in its structure, even as expectations around comfort and personalisation continue to evolve.

23/04/2026

A strong Q1, a growing pipeline of luxury openings, and a market that continues to build momentum.🌴

Thank you to everyone who shared their time and perspective with Simon Hansson Yu and Stephane de Montgros during their visit to Sanya. It’s exciting to see how the city continues moving forward and we can’t wait to witness the area’s continued growth.

Read the full article: https://stelliers.com/news/stelliers-on-tour-momentum-in-sanya

A strong start to the year has set the tone in Sanya. During a recent visit, Stephane de Montgros and Simon Hansson Yu spent time with hotelier friends across the destination, where the message was consistent: a strong start to 2026, with performance in Q1 setting a positive tone for the year ahead

22/04/2026

Welcoming a global media powerhouse to Stelliers ✨

We’re excited to welcome PR Newswire APAC as an official Media Partner for Stelliers Asia 2026, presented by Nordaq.

With 70 years of expertise, PR Newswire will help amplify the voices, achievements, and stories of hospitality’s brightest talents across Asia and beyond.

Learn more: https://stelliers.com/asia-news-press/welcomin-pr-newswire-media-partner

16/04/2026

A strong application isn’t about perfect language. It’s about showing who you are, what you did, and why it mattered.” — Kevin Tan, Vice President of American Express Global Business Travel & General Manager of CITS – American Express Global Business Travel.

As a returning judge for his 6th year, Kevin Tan brings both experience and perspective to the Stelliers Greater China panel. In this year’s message, he shares a few simple but important reminders for applicants.

At its heart, Stelliers has always been about recognising the people behind hospitality – their dedication, their growth, and their stories.

We look forward to discovering yours.

Apply now via the Stelliers Greater China 2026 Application Portal: https://stelliers.com/stelliers-china-2026-applications

15/04/2026

“Great leadership is about asking the right questions, empowering people to make decisions, and allowing them to become the true heroes behind the scenes.”

– Hugo Montanari, Managing Director of Rosewood Hong Kong and Stelliers Greater China 2025 General Manager of the Year.

This year, Hugo has a message for the hospitality industry – an open invitation to step forward, be heard, and be recognised!

Apply today to be considered for Stelliers Greater China 2026 awards!
Deadline: June 12, 2026.

🔗 https://lnkd.in/gNFCMhhB

06/04/2026

In hospitality, some people follow the playbook. Others redefine it.

They build teams, shape culture, and elevate every guest experience, leaving a lasting mark on the industry.

Is that you, or someone you work with?

Applications for Stelliers Greater China 2026 are now officially OPEN until June 12th.

Apply today and for the chance to be recognised as one of the people shaping hospitality in the region.

🔗 https://stelliers.com/stelliers-china-2026-applications

01/04/2026

Last Friday night, Stelliers and Wellcare brought together a group of hospitality leaders at Le Comptoir de Pierre Gagnaire at the , Jian Ye Li for an evening of open conversation.

From the realities of operating in Greater China to how guest expectations continue to evolve, discussions moved easily across the tables, shaped by the perspectives of those in the room. Among the ideas introduced was a simple one: with the continued advancement of AI technology, what if sleep could become a more defining part of the guest experience?

A huge thank you to the team at Capella Shanghai for the warm hospitality, to Wellcare for the continued support, and to all who joined us: Albert Servalls, Ronan Henaff, Eddy Zhu, Francis Kuah, Jannis Bahr, Tarik Temucin, Sinan Yilmaz, Sidney Hardy, Dale Parkington,
Matthieu Bertho, Alan Jin, Olivier Dumonceaux, Heidi Tang.

Evenings like this are a reminder that it is the people behind hospitality, and the conversations they share, that continue to move the industry forward.

Continue reading: www.stelliers.com


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