Leslie Chiyoma Appointed GM of Grand Park Otaru in Hokkaido, Japan

The 296-room Grand Park Otaru in Hokkaido, Japan, has appointed Leslie Chiyoma as General Manager.

Leslie joins the hotel with more than 20 years of hospitality industry experience, having worked with luxury hotel chains and select service hotels in Japan, Asia Pacific, the Middle East, and Africa.

Born in Saitama, Leslie started his career as a sales manager for an international hospitality company, working his way through the ranks to leadership positions that required him to oversee the development of a new resort and operate a new hotel in Niseko, Hokkaido.

Leslie also worked as a hotel performance consultant for nearly a decade, providing analysis and guidance that improved revenue for 38 hotels around the world.

“I am excited to take the helm of Grand Park Otaru, a key landmark in the city, especially in this season of change for the hospitality industry,” said Leslie. “Together with the team, we look forward to welcoming guests and share our passion and dedication with them when they visit us.”

Leslie holds a bachelor’s degree in law from the Waseda University in Tokyo.

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