20 Nov 2025

Board Adviser – German Hotel Group (Private Capital & Consumer)

A chain of business hotels in Germany was seeking a strategic adviser to support the executive team.

McLean were tasked with sourcing an established and proven hotel & hospitality expert. The suitable candidate would ideally have been involved not only in brand creation initiatives within the sector, but also strategic transformation exercises, within a group organisation or multi brand portfolio. International expertise outside of Germany was a prerequisite, as was direct exposure to the local market.

McLean sourced a market leading expert, with both UK and German hotels leadership and transformation experience. The successful candidate initially started on a six-month consulting assignment, before formally accepting a long-term permanent position advising the owners of the asset.

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Edward King

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Specialises in:

  • Executive Search
  • Private Equity

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