(Sydney, 17th December 2021) – The Langham Hotels and Resorts is proud to announce the appointment of Jayson Heron-Smith to Director of Sales & Marketing, The Langham, Sydney and Director of Sales Australia, Global Sales Office at Langham Hospitality Group.

The announcement comes just as The Langham, Sydney picks up the title for the second time of Australia's No. 1 Boutique Hotel at the Hotel Management Awards. *

Heron-Smith brings over twenty-five years of experience and a wealth of knowledge to his new role; from starting out in F&B to working as an event manager and then through the ranks of sales and marketing to his current position that he takes on today. 

He started with The Langham Hospitality Group across the pond in Auckland in November 2019 as Director of Sales and Marketing at The Langham's sister property, Cordis. A challenging and rewarding role, Heron-Smith successfully led his team through the tribulations of a global pandemic; all whilst the development and preparations of launching a new 17-storey, 250-room tower; The Pinnacle Tower, took place.

Before working for The Langham Hotels and Resorts, Heron-Smith worked for companies including Hyatt, Crown Melbourne, Hilton and The Star Sydney.

Excited to yet again be returning to his homeland Australia, Heron-Smith is looking forward to a fresh start for the whole team from January 2022:

“I'm thrilled to be back in Australia, especially at this pivotal moment in both the Tourism Industry and LHG globally. I feel privileged to have landed this fantastic dual role and to be working with such an experienced and hard-working team here at The Langham, Sydney. In this new role I'm looking forward to reconnecting with clients, continuing to elevate The Langham brands in the Pacific market and driving revenue to our portfolio of luxury global hotels.”

Heron-Smith loves everything about hospitality including building teams, client relationships, marketing and all that goes in-between. His new role will be an exciting one with the new openings of The Langham Hospitality Group in the SEA/ Pacific region, including the recent opening of The Langham, Jakarta, the launch of The Pinnacle Tower in Auckland and the opening next year of The Langham, Gold Coast.

Along with his husband and three dachshunds, he looks forward to a new chapter in Sydney. A self-confessed foodie, trying out the new restaurants that have popped up since he last lived in the city will be top of his to-do list, and as an enthusiastic supporter of the arts and cinema, he'll be attending many of the well-awaited events coming up next year.   

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About The Langham, Sydney

Newly awarded the title of Australia's Best Boutique Hotel at the HM Awards 2021. Nestled in the historic rocks district on famous Kent Street, The Langham, Sydney boasts privacy and seclusion in the heart of the bustling city.  A five-minute stroll through The Rocks to The CBD and Circular Quay with convenient access to Sydney's most iconic experiences including The Sydney Opera House, Harbour Bridge, and Darling Harbour.

Comprising of 96 lavish rooms and suites, it embodies modern luxury and timeless elegance including impeccable design, quality finishes and attention to detail. With a focus on opening windows, Juliette balconies and expansive terraces, our beautiful rooms offer Western Harbour views or a Sydney city skyline outlook.

The Day Spa by Chuan is at the forefront of Australian spa experiences, with a pool featuring a star-dappled ceiling for swimming under the stars, day or night. Afternoon Tea with Wedgwood is served in the elegant Harbour Room. Breakfast and lunch and dinner is served in Kitchens on Kent, an interactive dining restaurant where fine dining meets luxury buffet. When the sun sets over Sydney, guests can relax in the cocktail lounge, Observatory Bar; exuding a seductive ambiance and serving gastronomical cocktails with an extensive wine and spirit list.

About The Langham Hotels & Resorts

Combining modern sophistication and timeless glamour, The Langham Hotels & Resorts is globally recognised for its exceptional intuitive service, contemporary art collections, award-winning culinary expertise and signature pink accents. Drawing on the brand's distinctive British heritage from the opening of the flagship hotel in London in 1865, The Langham continues the legacy by delivering exceptional experiences with a touch of playfulness in London, New York, Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, Sydney, Melbourne, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Hefei, Haikou, Ningbo, Haining and Xiamen. Learn about the brand by visiting LanghamHotels.com, and follow The Langham Hotels and Resorts on Instagram (@langhamhotels) and Facebook (@thelanghamhotels) and Twitter (@thelanghamhotel).