New General Manager at Four Seasons Paris

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Thibaut Drege has returned as General Manager of the Four Seasons Hotel George V in Paris after two years leading the Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace Budapest.

“My career has taken me worldwide, nurturing my appetite for discovering new cultures and countries. Yet, Paris holds a special place in my heart – it’s the city of my roots and where I grew up. It is a capital imbued with timeless allure, yet ever forward-looking. I am thrilled to be returning to this extraordinary city that has shaped so much of my personal and professional identity,” comments Thibaut Drege.

Thibaut Drege graduated from the École Hôtelière de Lausanne and has almost 20 years of experience in luxury hospitality, both in France and around the world. He started working for Four Seasons in 2018 as the Hotel Manager at the George V Palace.

Within this Parisian palace, Thibaut Drege earned the respect and admiration of a 600-strong team. Guided by his passion and unwavering dedication to this global icon of hospitality, he infused the Hotel with dynamic energy, devoting nearly five years to crafting unique guest experiences.

“I have fond memories of the first time I stepped into the marble hotel lobby and of the five unforgettable years I spent in this storied and iconic setting. My time at the Hotel gave me a deep understanding of Four Seasons philosophy and its exacting standards of service while working alongside a remarkable team of individuals – each driven by passion, expertise, and a shared commitment to creating personalised and ever more memorable experiences for guests.”

After playing a crucial role in the hotel's success during several challenges, including the global health crisis, Thibaut Drege relocated to Budapest in 2022 to become the General Manager of the Four Seasons Gresham Palace. Set in an iconic European location and an architectural gem along the banks of the Danube, he brought renewed energy to the property and guided it toward excellence. Eventually, he returned to Paris to lead the hotel that holds a special place in his heart.

As General Manager, Thibaut Drege aims to strengthen the principles that have established the hotel's international reputation while incorporating his vision, experience, and energy into every initiative. He is also dedicated to promoting a culture of kindness and empathy in his management approach to the team.

“At this pivotal moment for the Hotel, with numerous projects on the horizon, I am honoured that Four Seasons and the owners have entrusted me with these responsibilities. Together, we will continue to nurture the unique, yet constantly evolving, character of this iconic Hotel. From enhancing our offerings through improvement initiatives to upholding a service culture that is envied worldwide, I am committed to leveraging the foundations of our success and firmly anchoring this nearly century-old flagship of the luxury hotel industry in the modern era. Building on the unmatched expertise of our talented team – true artisans of our success, whose dedication and sincerity are unparalleled – we will continue to uphold the legacy and reputation of the palace, striving to exceed the standards of excellence that make the George V one of the finest hotels in the world.”