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Chema Basterrechea

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Global President and Chief Operations Officer (COO) at Radisson Hotel Group
📍 Brussels Region, Belgium

Chema Basterrechea is the Global President and COO of Radisson Hotel Group, overseeing operations for over 1500 hotels. With 30 years of experience, he specializes in new business development, M&A, and corporate turnarounds. He holds degrees from London Business School, IESE Business School, and the University of Wisconsin.

He is passionate about delivering a customer-centric philosophy and driving organizational improvements across the companys portfolio. Chema is fluent in English, Spanish, and Italian, reflecting his extensive international experience leading teams in Europe and beyond. His interests include corporate strategy and market development.

Unique fact: He has spearheaded numerous M&A processes in various countries, driving integration strategies that enhance operational synergies and unlock long-term growth.

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Experience
31 Years
Current Role
Global President and Chief Operations Officer (COO)
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Brussels Region, Belgium
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Global Expansion
He is focused on strategic growth in key markets like India, Italy, and Saudi Arabia, with a goal to significantly expand Radisson's portfolio by 2030.
Operational Efficiency
As COO, he champions digital transformation and centralized platforms to streamline communication, manage brand standards, and enhance staff motivation across all hotels.
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Career

Work history

12-2022
Global President and Chief Operations Officer (COO)
Radisson Hotel Group
9-2021 - 12-2022
President EMEA
Radisson Hotel Group
7-2017 - 9-2021
Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer (COO)
Radisson Hotel Group
3-2017 - 7-2017
Chief Operations Officer
NH Hotel Group
2-2007 - 6-2017
CEO NH Hotels Italia
NH Hotel Group
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Education
2015 - 2015
Senior Executive Programme
London Business School
2002 - 2003
Advanced Program of Management Development)
IESE Business School
1992 - 1993
MA Business Finance
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
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