Susie Lim-Kannan joins Capella Singapore as Director of Marketing Communications

Capella Hotels and Resorts has appointed Susie Lim-Kannan as director of marketing communications for Capella Singapore, a new luxury hotel set to open March 2009 on Sentosa Island.

A marketing and public relations veteran, Lim-Kannan has specialized in the luxury hospitality and performing arts sectors for more than two decades. She will be responsible for overseeing all marketing communications and public relations efforts for Capella Singapore - the Asian flagship for Capella Hotels and Resorts.

“We’re creating something very special at Capella Singapore and talented staff are the heart of the project,” said Capella Singapore’s general manager, Michael Luible. “Susie is a highly regarded media relations professional with demonstrated track record of success. Her experience launching communication programs for new hotels – and maintaining momentum following opening – will be invaluable for us.”

Most recently, Lim-Kannan served as director of communications at Shangri-La’s Villingili Resort and Spa Maldives, where she was responsible for launching the pre-opening public relations program for the luxury resort development, including the oversight of secondary agencies in key European markets. Prior to this, Lim-Kannan served as director of marketing communications for The Fullerton Hotel Singapore. She has also managed public relations activities for Mandarin Oriental, Singapore.

In addition, Lim-Kannan has handled public relations efforts for The UWA Perth International Arts Festival, one of the oldest international multi-arts festivals in the Southern hemisphere and a premier cultural event in Western Australia.

A resident of Singapore, Susie’s passion for travel has brought her to diverse regions of the world, from Antarctica to India, and to Chile, Europe, Tahiti and the U.S..

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