MANAGEMENT TEAM
Our managing team and mentors
Our management team possess a wealth of collective knowledge and experience and is committed to fostering growth, innovation and excellence. Additionally, they provide mentoring services to shape the future leaders of the hotel industry.
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Richard Leuenberger
Managing Director, in the position at the Palace since 2016
Countries he has worked in: USA, France, Hong Kong, Monaco.
Hobbys: "Hiking, being with my children"
Motto: "Leading with passion, living by values, inspiring excellence. I believe we shape the luxury hospitality landscape by our relentless effort, genuine passion, leading with our values and striving for excellence. "
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Gian Müller
Vizedirektor / Executive Assistant Manager, in the position at the Palace since 2021
Countries he has worked in: Thailand, China, Hong Kong, France.
Hobbys: "Trail Running"
Motto: "I embrace the power of positive thinking as the key to overcoming both professional and personal challenges. The phrase 'Everything will be fine' captures the strength I find in optimism."
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Regula Peter
Director of Human Resources, in the position at the Palace since 2014
Countries she has worked in: Switzerland, Italy, Czech Republic, Thailand.
Hobbys: "Everything the Engadin offers in terms of outdoor opportunities as well as reading, painting and most importantly my dogs"
Motto: "Never stop being curious and willing to learn. It is my belief that every system has the potential to develop. My motto therefore underscores a commitment to embracing change and continuous learning processes."
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Sergio Fagioli
Director of Rooms, in the position at the Palace since 2017
Countries he has worked in: Italy, UK, Russia, Jordan.
Hobbys: "Travel/discovery, hiking, swimming"
Motto: "Keep it simple, when you get too complex you forget the obvious."
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Thomas Citterio
Director of Sales & Marketing, in the position at the Palace since 2018
Countries he has worked in: Italy, Seychelles, Mauritius, Mexico, UK, Japan, Singapore.
Hobbys: "Cooking, traveling and exploring other cultures. Camping, skiing, cycling and football (now more as a spectator but always ready for a match)"
Motto: "Life is a school and there is no such thing as failure. Either you win or you learn."
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Daniel Häfeli
Director of Finance, in the position at the Palace since 2021
Countries he has worked in: Switzerland.
Hobbys: "Rediscovered reading, enjoy music, experience top-class sport on site and explore the Engadin on a mountain bike"
Motto: "The measure of intelligence is the ability to change."
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Jeremy Degras
Executive Chef, in the position at the Palace since 2023
Countries he has worked in: France, Monaco, UAE.
Hobbys: "Photography, drawing, history in all forms"
Motto: "Progress, not perfection."