Leonardo Hotels Central Europe appoints Anke Maas as their new Chief Human Resources Officer.
In a significant move for the future direction of Leonardo Hotels Central Europe, Anke Maas has been appointed as the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) on 6th August 2025. This esteemed position will see Maas overseeing all HR strategies within the group, with a focus on talent development, employee retention, and organisational growth.
Maas, who has been with Leonardo Hotels since 2012, has a rich history of leading HR initiatives. She introduced the “LeoDo” employee social activities program in 2014, aiming to foster a strong sense of community among the workforce. In 2015, she launched the employee app Beekeeper, enhancing internal communications and promoting a more connected work environment.
Under her leadership, the Leonardo Academy, a comprehensive training program, was established in 2015. This platform has been instrumental in talent retention and development within the company.
Prior to joining Leonardo Hotels, Maas spent several years in HR roles in the public sector, healthcare, and industry. Her extensive experience in these fields has undoubtedly contributed to her success at Leonardo Hotels.
Leonardo Hotels Central Europe, which is part of the Fattal Hotel Group, is currently focusing on organisational development and digitisation. The group, which opened its first hotel in 2006, has been one of the fastest-growing hotel chains in Europe. With over 300 hotels and 53,000 rooms across 21 countries, it is listed on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange (TASE).
Maas's role as CHRO is a step towards further developing Leonardo Hotels as a forward-thinking employer. Her focus on employee retention, organisational development, and digitisation is expected to drive positive change within the company.
[1] Source: Company Press Release [2] Source: Fattal Hotel Group Annual Report 2024
- In her role as the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) at Leonardo Hotels Central Europe, Anke Maas will leverage her extensive experience in various sectors to drive positive changes in finance, leadership, business, and careers within the company.
- As Leonardo Hotels Central Europe focuses on organisational development and digitisation, the appointment of Anke Maas as CHRO is a strategic move to bolster its position as a forward-thinking employer, with a focus on finance, business growth, and career advancement opportunities.
