Oetker Collection Appoints Imelda Shllaku as GM of Hotel La Palma in Capri, Italy

Dark/Light Mode (13/02/23)  Oetker Collection has appointed Imelda Shllaku as General Manager of its first Italian Masterpiece Hotel, the Hotel La Palma in Capri, which will open its doors in 2023.

With a career in the luxury hospitality industry spanning almost three decades, the Italian national has previous opening experience, having undertook her first Hotel Manager role with Sina The Gray in Milan, before stints in Dublin and Krabi Island in Thailand with Ritz-Carlton.

Imelda Shllaku

Imelda then spent seven years with Bvlgari Hotel & Resorts, overseeing properties in London and Milan in various positions, before working as Director of Rooms at the Armani Hotel, Dubai and One & Only in Maldives.

A year as a performance consultant overseeing 15 major luxury hotels followed, before undertaking her first General Manager role at Baglioni Hotel London.

Most recently, Imelda served as Global Director of Rooms & Guest Experiences for Kerzner International.

“I am elated to embark on my role as General Manager of Hotel La Palma,” Imelda said. “I believe my vast experience, both in-house and as a performance and operational specialist, will enable me to lead the teams of this beautiful property to deliver an impeccable guest experience. We very much look forward to opening the doors of this special place, welcoming both our local community and guests from all corners of the world.”

Imelda will commence her role with Hotel La Palma on 6 March 2023.

Hotel La Palma, Capri’s first hotel which was originally built in 1822, is being transformed and reimagined by Oetker Collection and its owners,  Reuben Brothers.

Conceived as an elegant Mediterranean retreat on the fabled Italian island, the room count of the hotel is being decreased from 80 to 50, including 18 suites, each complete with its own private balcony or terrace, interiors by award-winning design maestro, Francis Sultana who is collaborating with acclaimed Italian craftsmen and artisans.

Located mere steps from the famous Piazzetta, Hotel La Palma will comprise a rooftop restaurant and bar under the culinary direction of Italian Chef Gennaro Esposito. In addition to the property’s first ever pool and spa, in nearby Marina Piccola, Hotel La Palma will have its own private beach club, Da Gioia by La Palma, which is a buzzing day-into-night destination.

“As we celebrate the forthcoming official opening of Hotel La Palma, Capri, we are delighted that the teams will be guided by Imelda as General Manager and are excited to have her join the Oetker Collection family,” said Timo Gruenert, CEO Oetker Collection. “In Imelda, we have found a seasoned luxury hospitality professional and a true brand ambassador who embodies our values.”

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