Personal Details
Name: Kevin Zhang
Current Position: Founder and Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Company: Argyle Hotels Group
Location: Based in Beijing, China
Educational Background
- Master of Commerce: University of New South Wales (UNSW),
specialization in Marketing (1996 - 1998)
Professional Background
Kevin Zhang is the Founder and CEO of Argyle Hotels Group, a multinational hospitality management company that was founded in 2002 in Perth, Australia. The company operates over 141 locations (as of 2019) across the Asia-Pacific region, including China and Australia. Argyle Hotel Group's headquarters are located in Sydney, Australia.
Achievements and Company Growth
- Argyle Hotel Group: Ranked 59th globally in the hotel industry by Hotels Magazine in 2018.
- Strategic Expansion in China: Entered the Chinese market in 2005 and quickly recognized the opportunity in regional second- and third-tier cities, establishing an advantage by providing international-standard hotel management services.
- Prominent Awards:
- 2013 Westpac Special Recognition Award presented to Zhang by Mrs. Gail Kelly, a highly respected Australian CEO.
- 2013 USW Export Award
- Hotel Five Star Golden Diamond Award
- Featured consistently in the World Top 325 Hotel Group Rankings from 2012 to 2014, being ranked 108th in 2014.
Services and Brands
Argyle Hotels Group provides comprehensive hotel management services, including consignment management, franchising operations, consulting, and hotel management education and training. The company manages six distinct brands:
1. Argyle Grand Hotel
2. Argyle Resort
3. Argyle Hotel
4. Ausotel
5. Argyle Boutique Hotel
6. Metro Hotel
Their hotels range from 3-star to 5-star ratings, catering to a diverse clientele.
Operational Approach and Philosophy
Argyle Hotels Group emphasizes:
- High Operational Standards: Utilizing extensive international experience to ensure high quality in hotel management, design, engineering, purchasing, and professional training.
- Customer and Owner Satisfaction: Focusing on the specific needs of hotel owners and adapting services to maximize property value and customer satisfaction.
- Commitment to Integrity: Ensuring all contractual commitments are strictly adhered to and delivering superior service quality.
Recent Developments
- In January 2019, GreenTree Hospitality Group Ltd. acquired a majority stake in Argyle Hotel Group, solidifying its presence in the Asia-Pacific region. Despite the acquisition, Kevin Zhang remains a major shareholder and continues to play a critical role in the company.
Contact Information
- Email: kevin.zhang@argylehotels.com
- Phone: +86 10-82894506 (Beijing Office), +61 2-92611662 (Sydney Office)
Kevin Zhang’s leadership continues to drive Argyle Hotels Group forward, with a mission to be the most reliable brand for Chinese hotel owners and the preferred hotel management group for both owners and customers.
