Emmanuel Uzoma Ele Joins Swiss International Hotels as West Africa Director

Swiss International Hotels and Resorts has recently appointed Emmanuel Uzoma Ele as their new Director for West Africa. Mr. Ele will oversee business development, hotel management, and licensing services across Nigeria, Cameroon, and Ghana.

In addition to his new role, Emmanuel Uzoma Ele currently holds the position of Managing Director at Six Regions Hotels Nigeria, a company with a strong track record in business development and operations. He brings over three decades of hospitality industry experience from across West Africa.

Mr. Ele’s academic qualifications include an MBA from Imo State University, Owerri, a Senior Certificate Program from Harvard University, and postgraduate degrees in hotel and catering management and public relations. As part of his new responsibilities, he will identify and pursue new business opportunities and partnerships, maintain key client relationships, and work with other regional directors and teams to meet company-wide objectives.

Swiss International’s President and CEO, Mr. Henri W.R. Kennedie, expressed his confidence in Mr. Ele’s abilities. Kennedie stated that Ele’s entrepreneurial expertise and knowledge will drive business growth and excellence in the West Africa. He also said that Ele’s appointment further demonstrates Swiss International’s commitment to providing exceptional hospitality services in the region.

Emmanuel Ele highlighted the benefit of partnering with international hotel brands in today’s competitive digital landscape, noting that hotel owners in Nigeria are keen to associate their properties with strong international brands that have robust database systems and automatic social media connections.

Swiss International operates and licenses hotels under multiple brands including Royal Swiss, Swiss International Hotels & Resorts, Swiss Spirit Hotels & Suites, and Yes Inn.