Leadership
Victor Clavell – Chief Executive Officer
Victor brings over 30 years of premium hotel management experience to his new role at Urban Resort Concepts (URC). His successful career includes 28 years with Marriott International's luxury brands across Europe and Asia-Pacific, where he held leadership positions overseeing The Ritz-Carlton, Bulgari Hotels & Resorts, and EDITION brands. Victor also served as Chief Operating Officer at AMAALA, an ultra-luxury development in Saudi Arabia, and Senior Vice President of Operations at Rosewood Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Caribbean.
Nicholas Liang – Vice President of Operations
With over 22 years of luxury hospitality experience across Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, Nicholas Liang is a seasoned hotelier renowned for his dedication to service excellence and operational leadership. His background includes pivotal roles at Mandarin Oriental, The Ritz-Carlton, Rosewood and, most recently, as GM with Four Seasons, where he successfully led large teams achieving tremendous quality and financial milestones. A graduate of Les Roches Hotel Management School, Nicholas will oversee URC’s operations, ensuring the seamless delivery of transformative guest journeys.
Michael Faulkner – Vice President of Brand and Commercial
Michael Faulkner brings extensive experience in luxury hospitality, having held senior commercial leadership roles with renowned brands such as Swire Hotels, Park Hyatt, and Crown Resorts. With a strong background in sales, brand positioning, and distribution, he has successfully driven revenue growth and established award-winning properties across Asia, Australia, and the UK. A seasoned brand strategist, Michael, will heighten URC’s global awareness through impactful partnerships to ensure that its distinctive identity and market presence continue to thrive.
Andreas Zimmermann – Vice President of Development
Hailing from a strong background in luxury hospitality project management, Andreas Zimmermann brings unparalleled expertise in securing new business opportunities to URC. Formerly Corporate Director of Development for Rosewood Hotel Group, Andreas has led the development of luxury hospitality projects across Asia Pacific, overseeing feasibility studies, financial management, and contract negotiations. With a solid foundation in international hospitality management from EHL Lausanne and a career progression that included roles at EY and Four Seasons, Andreas will champion URC’s expansion strategy, leveraging his financial acumen and industry relationships to identify and develop groundbreaking properties.