Roberto Simone
Managing Founder / Non-executive Director
Roberto is a seasoned professional with more than 20 years of experience in hospitality and cruise industry across Africa, Europe, and Asia.
Over the course of his career, Roberto applied his extensive knowledge and expertise in a number of positions ranging from Project Developer to General Manager and Regional General Manager working with multinational corporations including Minor Hotel Group, Silversea Cruises, Marriott International and GCP Hospitality (Gaw Capital Group). Roberto also participated in several demanding hotel development projects in emerging countries, especially Africa; oversaw development and expansion of Tonino Lamborghini Hotels & Resorts in Greater China region, as well as assisted companies as an investment advisor.
Roberto holds MBA in global finance from the Durham University Business School, a number of certifications from the New York University Stern School of Business and Cornell University; and is a member of the Institute of Hospitality, Appraisal Institute and Chatham House.