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Patrick Recasens is a French citizen with Catalan roots from Perpignan, boasting an international background and a deep-seated passion for hospitality.
Son of a senior Air France manager who worked across various countries, Recasens grew up immersed in diverse cultures and spent holidays at his grandmother's hotel in southern France. Initially pursuing law to forge his own path away from the family business, he soon realized his innate love for tourism, people, and travel was ingrained in his DNA. This realization led him to pivot to hospitality management.
Recasens' career began in 1982 with humble roles as a receptionist, bartender, and waiter. Rapidly advancing, he assumed managerial roles and embarked on a global journey, managing hotels in Sicily, Taiwan (including the Grand Hotel Taipei and Grand Hotel Kaohsiung), and North Africa (on behalf of Abu Dhabi Found). His tenure with Accor further expanded his horizons, with leadership positions in Greece, Egypt (as Director of Accor Red Sea), Morocco, and Tunisia (as Country General Manager). In 2002, he took on the challenge of launching the new Pullman brand in Italy at Sardinia's Timi Ama.
His induction into the Seven Stars Pantheon during an unforgettable Gala Ceremony marked a pinnacle in Recasens' illustrious career as a General Manager. The unexpected honor deeply touched him, reaffirming the prestigious status of the Seven Stars awards in the hospitality industry.
Married to an Italian woman and deeply integrated into Italian culture, Recasens embodies a Mediterranean temperament and shares a passion for fashion, luxury, and the finer things in life. He infuses his personal touch into each hotel endeavor, including launching a jazz festival at Timi Ama in 2003, reflecting his love for soul and jazz music.
Recasens champions a leadership style grounded in teamwork and delegation. He believes in empowering his team, ensuring everyone feels ownership and responsibility within their roles. His mantra, "check and double check," underscores his commitment to meticulous oversight and excellence in hospitality management.
Recasens' career began in 1982 with humble roles as a receptionist, bartender, and waiter. Rapidly advancing, he assumed managerial roles and embarked on a global journey, managing hotels in Sicily, Taiwan (including the Grand Hotel Taipei and Grand Hotel Kaohsiung), and North Africa (on behalf of Abu Dhabi Found). His tenure with Accor further expanded his horizons, with leadership positions in Greece, Egypt (as Director of Accor Red Sea), Morocco, and Tunisia (as Country General Manager). In 2002, he took on the challenge of launching the new Pullman brand in Italy at Sardinia's Timi Ama.
His induction into the Seven Stars Pantheon during an unforgettable Gala Ceremony marked a pinnacle in Recasens' illustrious career as a General Manager. The unexpected honor deeply touched him, reaffirming the prestigious status of the Seven Stars awards in the hospitality industry.
Married to an Italian woman and deeply integrated into Italian culture, Recasens embodies a Mediterranean temperament and shares a passion for fashion, luxury, and the finer things in life. He infuses his personal touch into each hotel endeavor, including launching a jazz festival at Timi Ama in 2003, reflecting his love for soul and jazz music.
Recasens champions a leadership style grounded in teamwork and delegation. He believes in empowering his team, ensuring everyone feels ownership and responsibility within their roles. His mantra, "check and double check," underscores his commitment to meticulous oversight and excellence in hospitality management.