Michael Murphy Joins Six Senses Qing Cheng Mountain as GM

Michael Murphy has been appointed as general manager of Six Senses Qing Cheng Mountain in China.

Scheduled to open in early 2015, the property is located at the picturesque gateway to the majestic Qing Cheng Mountain and has been created to complement the UNESCO World Heritage & Natural Cultural site nearby to Dujiangyan.

Michael’s career has seen him working in the Asia region for over 20 years and in China since 2005. His most recent roles include pre-opening general manager of Howard Johnson Hi-Tech Plaza Chengdu and chief operating officer of Landison Tourism Group.

Starting his career as a management trainee at Hilton Hong Kong more than two decades ago, he continuously progressed in food and beverage and general management positions in five-star properties in Japan, Vietnam, Indonesia, Hong Kong, Malaysia,  Thailand and Bahamas.

On making the announcement of Michael’s appointment, Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas President Bernhard Bohnenberger said, “Michael's knowledge in business and culture is highly valuable and will put us ahead of the game in the region. His proactive management style will ensure that his team exemplifies the Six Senses mission to help people reconnect with themselves and the world around them, as we move toward celebrating the successful opening of our first Six Senses resort in China.”