Saturday, March 9, 2024
On International Women’s Day, Four Seasons Hotel Montreal honors the remarkable women whose hard work and expertise greatly enhance the hotel’s standing as a premier destination for luxury and hospitality. This occasion underscores the hotel’s dedication to the Golden Rule: treat others as you would like to be treated, a guiding principle vividly embodied by its exceptional female employees.
Vijaya Kowlessur, Manager of Spa Guerlain, shares her inspiring 18-year wellness industry odyssey, from her beginnings as a spa receptionist to her leadership role today. Vijaya’s zeal for wellness and female empowerment, together with her team, has been pivotal to the Spa’s triumph. “Wellness has always been my beacon. It fills me with pride to lead a team of women equally committed to self-care and empowerment,” Vijaya states.
Cristina Garcia, the Director of Catering and Convention Services, demonstrates her hospitality prowess by recounting the successful management of a 2,000-guest Christmas party during a snowstorm. Cristina’s knack for delivering a flawless event underscores her outstanding leadership and hospitality talent, earning her the 2021 Leader of the Year award at Four Seasons Hotel Montreal.
Yasmine Bouhassoun, an enthusiastic Junior Sous Chef with a focus on pastry, infuses her creations with emotion, drawing from over a decade of culinary experience. Yasmine’s journey, filled with hurdles and discoveries, underscores her commitment to pastry arts.
Turkan Azimova, the Accounting Manager, with 12 years of experience, ensures the hotel’s financial operations complement its hospitality allure. Turkan’s interest in luxury hotel operations ignited a career blending hospitality with financial oversight.
Delphine Renaud, Director of Housekeeping, enriches guest experiences with her extensive background, from Montreal to Punta Cana and Mauritius. Despite her professional successes, her daughter is her ultimate joy and pride.
The entire team at Four Seasons Hotel Montreal takes immense pride in working alongside these passionate women, who excel in their fields and inspire future hospitality leaders. Their resilience, skill, and enthusiasm represent the luxury and care that Four Seasons is known for.
Highlighting these women only begins to uncover the rich talent pool within the hotel. Every woman on the team plays a crucial and unique role in the hotel’s collective achievements. While this message spotlights a few, the truth is each woman’s dedication, skill, and spirit are foundational to this distinguished urban haven. In recognition of the myriad untold stories, Four Seasons Hotel Montreal launches an Instagram series to celebrate the achievements and insights of its remarkable female team members. This initiative aims to showcase individual contributions and their significant impact on the hotel’s culture and success.
This International Women’s Day, Four Seasons Hotel Montreal applauds the extraordinary contributions of these women and all women integral to its success, committed to supporting and empowering them in an environment where they can excel and break through barriers.
To the women of Four Seasons Hotel Montreal: thank you for your dedication, confidence, and lasting impact on hospitality. Happy International Women’s Day!
Monday, April 29, 2024
Monday, April 29, 2024
