Dorchester Collection is delighted to announce the appointment of Philippe Leboeuf as Chief Executive Officer, effective June 2025.

An award-winning and seasoned hotelier, Philippe brings in-depth experience across regional roles in the luxury hospitality sector on multiple continents. His strategic vision, leadership, and expertise in operations and organisational culture, along with his proven track record with new openings, will continue to position Dorchester Collection at the forefront of luxury hospitality.

Philippe has previously served as Director General of Concorde Hotels, owned by Taittinger, where he oversaw 19 owned and 70 affiliated hotels. He was also a Board Director of Leading Hotels of the World, and has held numerous other senior leadership positions, including:

• Regional Vice President of Operations, Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group
• Vice President Operations, Rosewood Hotels
• General Manager, Claridge’s

In his most recent role as Managing Director of Raffles London, he successfully led the hotel’s grand opening.

Christopher Cowdray, President of Dorchester Collection, commented on the appointment:

“Keeping the Dorchester Collection renowned culture and values alive was key in the selection of Philippe as CEO. Driven by purpose and excellence, he is highly respected globally by many stakeholders including owners, the travel trade, the media and partners, and especially employees and guests.”

Philippe Leboeuf stated:

“As Dorchester Collection hotels write the history of their destinations and have a special alchemy that brings them together, I’m greatly looking forward to taking the company legacy and storied heritage to the next stage.”

Philippe is a graduate of Cornell University and HEC Management School in Paris. He is fluent in English, French, Italian, and Spanish, and has been honored with the title of Knight of the Legion of Honour by the French government.