LVMH Hotel Management Named New Leadership Team
Wilfried Morandini and Vincent Billiard have taken on expanded executive roles at the luxury hospitality brand.
Updated on Oct. 14, 2026 in Hotels
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LVMH Hotel Management has appointed Wilfried Morandini as Director of Operations and Vincent Billiard as Chief Operating Officer. Both executives will report to Olivier Lefebvre as the group continues to expand its international portfolio.
Why it matters
These leadership changes come as the hospitality group pursues significant growth, including upcoming project plans for new properties in Sardinia. The appointments aim to strengthen operational oversight for the brand's existing and future luxury houses.
LVMH Hotel Management currently operates a total of 6 properties across its portfolio. Wilfried Morandini brings 30 years of professional experience in prestige hospitality to his new role as Director of Operations.
The players
Wilfried Morandini
He is the new Director of Operations at LVMH Hotel Management who previously served as the general manager of Cheval Blanc Paris.
Vincent Billiard
He has been appointed as the new Chief Operating Officer of LVMH Hotel Management to oversee operational strategies.
Olivier Lefebvre
He serves as the executive to whom both Morandini and Billiard will report within the company hierarchy.
The details
Vincent Billiard will steer the operational strategy for the company, overseeing hotel general managers alongside teams focused on Quality, Revenue, Distribution, and Sales. Wilfried Morandini will maintain his current position as managing director of Cheval Blanc Paris while stepping into his new corporate responsibility.
Timeline
Wilfried Morandini joined Cheval Blanc in 2018.
Cheval Blanc Paris opened in September 2021.
Morandini became general manager of Cheval Blanc Paris in 2022.
Cheval Blanc Seychelles opened in late 2024.
The new leadership appointments were announced on October 12, 2026.
Travel Outlook
This leadership expansion follows the pattern set by the ongoing international growth of LVMH luxury hospitality properties as the brand scales its footprint beyond established locations. The move positions the company to manage increased complexity as it prepares for new projects in Sardinia.
Luxury travelers may observe consistent service standards across the brand as new leadership takes charge of global operations. Guests looking for future bookings in Sardinia should monitor the official brand site for updates regarding the opening dates of these upcoming properties.
The takeaway
As high-end hospitality groups expand globally, they often restructure management to ensure consistent quality across diverse locations. Travelers benefit from this by receiving a more standardized luxury experience regardless of which property they choose to visit.
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