Singapore

has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Banyan Tree Hotels and Resorts. Butt will be responsible to propel the company’s portfolio forward. He has previously served as the Area General Manager for the Group’s flagship resort, Banyan Tree Phuket over ten years ago, followed by his appointment as the first Vice President of Operations from 2000 – 2002. Prior to his appointment as the CEO, he was the Vice President for Asset Management of Host Hotels & Resorts in the United States.