Garry Chan (far left) at an event yesterday at The St Regis Langkawi
By V. Sivaji
Langkawi-based PL Soon Huat Realty Sdn Bhd is delighted to announce the appointment of two new key members to the management team – Garry Chan, the general manager/owner representative and Ms Yap Mei Kuan as the Head of Sales & Marketing on board their team.
Chan comes with more than 35 years of service and experience in the hospitality industry.
He is a management professional with hands-on experience in the hospitality industry, particularly having worked with top leading luxury properties across the region.
His expertise is in steering innovative strategies that generate revenue, build dynamic teams and brings expertise in planning, marketing, cost analysis, budgeting, expense control, staffing, training, and quality management.
“My main responsibilities include the balancing of guests’ needs with the realities of a demanding, fast-paced environment and being able to adapt to any role that needs immediate attention.
“Being flexible, diplomatic and optimistic, receptive to finding solutions, sharing information, and working “shoulder-to-shoulder” with colleagues to overcome challenges and complete tasks to stringent deadlines,” said Chan to Penang Hyperlocal.
He is a graduate of the International Hotel and Tourism Training Institute from Neuchâtel in Switzerland.
He was last attached with the Hotel Telegraph Singapore, a member of SLH in Singapore as their general manager. He also had hotel stints in Koh Samui, Phuket, Bangkok, Vietnam, Shanghai, Taiwan and Langkawi too.
His appointment took effect from August 15, 2024.
Ms Yap Mei Kuan
As for Yap, she too comes with many years of experience in the area of sales and marketing.
In her new role, Yap will be tasked with elevating the sales for the company and strengthening the identity of their products.
She oversees sales and marketing Cenang Plaza Beach Hotel, Langkawi Pool Villa@Lavanya, Cenang Mall and Liquid Valley.
“I also intend to expand our marketing activities and pave the way with innovative sales strategies and marketing directions,” she said.
Hailing from Petaling Jaya, Selangor, she had moved to Langkawi and now splits her time between Langkawi and a small portion in Kuala Lumpur.
“I moved to Langkawi because my husband absolutely adores this stunning island. My immediate plans are to make more money for my new Boss”, she exclaimed.
Prior to joining PL Soon Huat, Yap has served as a hotelier in several hotels in the Sales & Marketing division.
“I took a leap and became a business owner in the fascinating world of fashion jewelry, following my passion. Unfortunately, the COVID-19 situation forced me to discontinue the business. I am also a licensed estate planner, adding another dimension to my journey”she added.
Among the hotels she had served are The Andaman Langkawi, Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur, Hilton Kuala Lumpur, Berjaya Times Square Hotel & Suites Kuala Lumpur, Huvafen Fushi, Maldives, Hotel Access Network, Kuala Lumpur, Palace of the Golden Horses, and Sunway Lagoon Resort Hotel, Selangor to name a few.
Her appointment took effect from August 12, 2024.
Penang Hyperlocal wishes both Chan and Ms Yap all the very best in their new endeavours.
