In a strategic move to fuel its expansion in the Asia Pacific and Middle East regions, La Vie Hotels & Resorts has elevated industry veteran Alan Christie to the position of Senior Director – Growth & Business Development, Asia, Middle East, and Africa (AMEA). This promotion aligns with the escalating demand for independent full-service hotel management solutions.
In his newly established role, Alan will directly report to Chris Batterham, Chief Development Officer at La Vie Hotels and Resorts. His primary responsibility will be to amplify the portfolio of La Vie Hotels & Resorts throughout Asia, the Middle East, and Africa, while raising awareness about the successful business model that has thrived in America and Europe. La Vie has been a key advocate for this model in the region since 2014.
Prior to this appointment, Alan served as La Vie’s Area General Manager in Sri Lanka, overseeing the strategic performance of the Radisson portfolio after the group’s groundbreaking 30-property deal with Radisson Group in 2023.
With over two decades of experience in senior asset management across real estate, financial services, and hospitality, Alan has previously worked with reputable groups such as JLL, Hospitality Advisory Partners, and CBRE before joining La Vie Hotels & Resorts.
