“We are excited to have Karin Raguin join our team. With her vast experience in pioneering innovative talent strategies and her dedication to fostering an inclusive and supportive work culture, she embodies the values that define us. Karin’s contributions will be pivotal in helping us strengthen our commitment to nurturing our people and driving sustainable growth. Our dedicated team of over 19,000 employees around the globe is the cornerstone of our success, and we recognize that their continued development is crucial for our future achievements. There is no better person to champion this mission than Karin, and we are eager to see the remarkable influence she will have on our organization,” says Barbara Muckermann, Group Chief Executive Officer.
As Chief Human Resources Officer, Karin will be responsible for all aspects of HR management, including talent acquisition, performance enhancement, compensation strategies, succession planning, compliance, training and development, and social responsibility. Her leadership will ensure Kempinski remains a top choice for the world’s leading talent in the hospitality industry.
“I am excited to become part of Kempinski, a brand synonymous with excellence and craftsmanship. People are the foundation of our industry, and I am eager to help cultivate a workplace culture that empowers individuals, encourages creativity, and reinforces the values that make Kempinski truly outstanding. Together, we will continue to attract, develop, and inspire the finest talent in luxury hospitality, while shaping the future of the industry,” says Karin Raguin, Chief Human Resources Officer.
Karin brings over two decades of experience in Human Resources within the luxury goods and fashion sectors. Prior to joining Kempinski, she served as Senior Vice President of Human Resources at LVMH in China, based in Shanghai since 2022. During her tenure, Karin led a dynamic team of over 35 HR leaders, driving initiatives that enhanced LVMH's human resources capabilities. She was also a member of the LVMH Global Tech Board, a key group dedicated to utilizing technology to transform HR practices.
Before her time in China, Karin held significant roles at LVMH, including Vice President of Talent Management and Corporate Social Responsibility in North America, based in New York City, and Global Head of Career Management at the LVMH headquarters in Paris. She also held the position of VP of Global Talent for Christian Dior Couture.
Karin earned a Master’s degree in Human Resources from ISC Paris and is a member of ISC Paris’s International Strategic Committee.
Karin’s appointment follows the recent arrival of Gordon Drake as Chief Financial Officer and Rasha Lababidi as Chief Product Officer, marking a new chapter for Kempinski Hotels.
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