In his new role at RLA Global, Ignacio de las Cuevas will drive sustainable growth across worldwide operations. With over 20 years of experience in luxury hospitality and destination development, he brings specialized expertise in digital transformation and circular economy applications to the hospitality sector.
Prior to joining RLA Global, Mr. de las Cuevas served as Principal at Andart Global in Dubai, providing strategic counsel to governments and high-profile clients. As Director of Eurecat's Centre of Excellence in Tourism Innovation, he led groundbreaking projects that bridged technological innovation with practical industry solutions. His career includes impactful work at Swisscontact, where he headed the Hotel Training Initiative, boosting employment opportunities for over 3,000 people across Myanmar.
"We are thrilled to welcome Ignacio to the RLA Global family," said Roger Allen, CEO, RLA Global. "His proven track record and forward-thinking approach aligns perfectly with our vision of delivering unmatched value to our clients."
Marco Nijhof, Chairman of RLA Global, added: "Ignacio's brilliant strategic mind and exceptional diplomatic finesse make him an outstanding addition to our team. His ability to navigate complex multicultural environments and build meaningful relationships is invaluable."
Mr. de las Cuevas holds a PhD from the Graduate Institute of International and Development Studies (IHEID) in Geneva and serves as faculty for UN Tourism and Lucerne University's pioneering Bachelor's programme in International Sustainable Tourism.
"The future of hospitality hinges on striking the perfect balance between sustainability, technology, and sound governance. I'm looking forward to bringing my expertise to RLA Global, driving its expansion while championing responsible and sustainable growth for the company," said Ignacio de las Cuevas.
Learn more about Ignacio here.
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