Phuket, Thailand, November 10, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Utopia Corporation, one of Phuket's leading property developers, has appointed three senior executives to further drive the company's continued success and achieve future goals. Nalina Suranakarin has been appointed Chief Brand Officer of Utopia Corporation and its subsidiaries. Ivo Tzvetkov will assume the role of Chief Operating Officer of Utopia Hospitality Group (UHG), a subsidiary of UCORP, while Praisie Huang has been appointed Chief Growth Officer of UHG. The trio will jointly lead Utopia Hospitality Group (UHG), a new hotel brand under the UCORP umbrella. The flagship brand will be officially launched soon and aims to elevate the Southeast Asian hotel industry to a new level of exclusivity and appeal for travelers.

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Strengthening the leadership team with the right people is crucial for the growth of Utopia Corporation, as it will soon launch the Utopia Hospitality Group (UHG) as its flagship hospitality brand. UHG aims to offer discerning travelers in the upscale segment – ​​from premium mid-range to ultra-luxury – entirely new experiences. Promising affordable vacations that meet international standards, UHG plans to open numerous new hotels in 2022, as well as modernize and revamp existing properties.

The highlight of UHG's master plan is the construction of two spectacular landmarks in prime locations in the north and south of Phuket. "Bay of Icons" is set to become a new magnet for investors and discerning travelers from around the world. Located on Ao Po Bay on Phuket's north coast, it will offer state-of-the-art facilities and exclusive services for a luxurious lifestyle. "Utopia Dream" (its unofficial name), an entertainment complex with a wide range of world-class leisure activities, is being built on Nai Harn Beach on Phuket's south coast. Three newly appointed UHG executives are leading this ambitious project.

As Chief Brand Officer (CBO) of UCORP, Nalina “Note” Suranakarin brings ten years of experience in brand management within the luxury segment. Her lifelong passion and extensive knowledge of gourmet cuisine, exceptional service, and creative concepts, gathered on her travels around the world, are defining characteristics of her role. Nalina will play a pivotal part in leading and overseeing the brand strategy and marketing activities of UCORP, UHG, and their subsidiaries. Furthermore, she will cultivate a network of partnerships across all UHG resorts and hotels, aiming to create the strongest brand for UCORP through future collaborations with other global brands.

UHG's Chief Operating Officer (COO), Ivo Tzvetkov, brings three decades of experience in the hotel industry. His work in Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, particularly with Marriott International, makes him ideally suited to lead UHG's hotels and other business units. Following his appointment, he is responsible for implementing hygiene and safety measures across all UHG resorts and hotels to provide travelers with safe, high-quality accommodations during the Covid-19 pandemic and to comply with Thai government guidelines.

Praisie Huang, a sales expert from Singapore, has been appointed Chief Growth Officer of UHG. With 15 years of experience at global hotel chains such as Dusit, Marriott, and Accor, Huang has achieved numerous record sales. Her high level of professionalism will be a key factor in UHG's success, as she is responsible for sales, e-commerce, and global distribution, thus driving the company's continued growth.

UCORP CEO Hachi Yin said: “We are delighted to welcome Nalina, Ivo, and Praisie to the UCORP team. They are a perfect fit for us, as we seek the best in their respective fields. We look for leaders with proven track records who are creative and think outside the box. We are confident that these experts will take our companies to the next level and contribute to a stable future for UCORP as a leading real estate development company and for UHG as a real estate and hotel management company through our new brands.”

Utopia Corporation has currently developed ten projects comprising 2,000 residential units across 120,000 square meters. The total value of these projects is eight billion baht. Each project adheres to the ambitious motto "Dare to Dream" and caters to the modern lifestyle of the new generation, shaped by technology and social media. Simultaneously, new markets within the industry are being explored. Utopia's extensive portfolio reflects the company's strong financial position and its commitment to developing new markets in the real estate sector.