Victor Clavell appointed as chief operating officer of Aman Group

He will oversee global operations of the luxury hospitality and lifestyle group

Victor Clavell has been named as chief operating officer of luxury hospitality and lifestyle brand Aman Group.

Known for its collection of ultra-luxury hotels, resorts and branded residences, the group has properties around the globe – including an upcoming luxury hotel and –private residence collection in Dubai as well as the anticipated Janu Dubai.

As the new COO, Clavell is based at Aman’s Swiss corporate office and reports directly to chairman and CEO, Vlad Doronin. He will oversee global operations to ensure the highest standards of guest experience, consistency, and financial performance across all brands.

Clavell brings more than three decades of senior operational, brand and development experience to the role, from positions across the Americas, Europe, the Middle East and Asia-Pacific. He has held roles in luxury hospitality brands including The Ritz-Carlton, Bulgari Hotels & Resorts, EDITION, W Hotels, Rosewood and Urban Resort Concepts. 

Clavell joins from Urban Resort Concepts in Hong Kong, where he was chief executive officer, leading the repositioning and global expansion of The PuLi Group across hospitality, residences and retail. Prior to this, he was senior vice president and managing director, EMEAC at Rosewood Hotel Group.

“Aman has set the benchmark for luxury hospitality for more than three decades and I am delighted to join the company as it continues to evolve,” said Clavell. “As Aman Group grows across new brands and business verticals, my focus will be on ensuring operational excellence while supporting the thoughtful, strategic development that builds on the brand’s remarkable legacy. I look forward to working closely with the team to strengthen the foundations of the group as we enter this next phase.”

Chairman and CEO of Aman Group, Vlad Doronin added, “Victor’s global expertise, operational discipline and deep understanding of luxury hospitality make him an exceptional addition to Aman Group’s leadership team. His proven ability to elevate brand performance, lead complex multimarket portfolios, and deliver transformative results will be invaluable as we continue to evolve Aman globally.”