UAE: Hospitality and leisure advisory agency RLA World has appointed Henning Matthiesen as non-executive director as of 15 April 2026.
Matthiesen brings 20 years of expertise in managing luxurious properties in Prague and Germany to RLA World.
Whereas serving as managing director of Brenners Park-Resort & Spa in Baden-Baden, he oversaw the property’s renovation which included “structural modernisation, complete room and infrastructure renewal” in addition to the combination of sustainability requirements. The heritage resort remained operational all through the works.
“I’m enthusiastic about this partnership with RLA World as a result of the agency has constructed precisely the form of advisory follow the luxurious hospitality sector wants – and a fame that displays it,” mentioned Matthiesen. “I’m proud to be a part of that, and look ahead to contributing to the work forward.”
Roger Allen, group CEO of RLA World, added: “What Henning brings to RLA World is one thing genuinely uncommon: the attitude of a profession hotelier who has led landmark properties via openings, main renovations and full-scale repositioning, from the within out. For our resort and resort consulting work, this lived operational understanding is invaluable. Our purchasers want advisors who’ve stood of their footwear, and Henning has executed so on the highest degree.”
RLA World has undertaken over 100 initiatives to date, unfold between six continents.
Highlights:
- RLA World has appointed Henning Matthiesen as non-executive director, efficient 15 April 2026, to strengthen its international resort and resort consulting follow.
- Matthiesen brings over 20 years of expertise managing luxurious accommodations throughout Europe, together with main refurbishment and operational upgrades at Brenners Park-Resort & Spa.
- RLA World expects the appointment to reinforce its advisory capabilities throughout luxurious resort and resort developments, leveraging Matthiesen’s experience in operational continuity throughout refurbishments.
- RLA has accomplished greater than 100 hospitality and leisure initiatives throughout six continents, supporting resort improvement, refurbishment, and funding methods worldwide.
