BANGKOK—HVS has promoted Christian Pucher to vice president of HVS Bangkok, Thailand, according to Daniel J. Voellm, HVS Managing Partner Asia Pacific.
Pucher established the HVS office in Bangkok two years ago and has since advised clients in Thailand, Myanmar, Cambodia, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia and the Philippines.
Under the direction of Voellm, his team performs market studies, development feasibility studies, operator selection and management agreement negotiations, as well as hotel property appraisals and strategic advisory services for both proposed and existing properties in the region.
Pucher has a wealth of experience in hotel and resort development in Thailand and across Asia. Previously, he worked with a leading international luxury resort operator. He brings a unique understanding of the hospitality market throughout the continent and the specific needs of hotel owners, operators, developers and investors in the region, according to the company.
“The thriving tourism industry in Thailand and across South East Asia brings both opportunities as well as unique dynamics for hotel investors. Christian, with nine years of experience in the South East Asian region, has been a great addition to our team in Asia Pacific and is already a trusted advisor to many of our clients,” said Voellm.