Kathrin Bauer
About Kathrin Bauer
Kathrin Bauer serves as the Global Director of Sales at COMO Hotels and Resorts, a position she has held since 2019. She has extensive experience in the hospitality industry, having previously worked in various sales roles at notable hotel groups including Banyan Tree Hotels & Resorts and Jumeirah Group.
Work at COMO Hotels and Resorts
Kathrin Bauer has served as the Global Director of Sales at COMO Hotels and Resorts since 2019. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the sales strategy and initiatives for the global portfolio of luxury hotels and resorts. Her leadership contributes to the brand's growth and market presence in the competitive hospitality sector.
Education and Expertise
Kathrin Bauer holds a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Business Administration with a focus on tourism from The Open University London. She also earned a Master's degree in Tourism and Hotel Management from Baden-Wuerttemberg Cooperative State University (DHBW) between 2003 and 2006. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her career in the hospitality industry.
Background in Sales Management
Before joining COMO Hotels and Resorts, Kathrin Bauer held various sales management positions. She worked as a Senior Sales Manager for Leisure at Jumeirah Group from 2012 to 2015 in Dubai, UAE. Following that, she served as Assistant Director of Sales at Banyan Tree Hotels & Resorts from 2016 to 2019 in the Nürnberg Area, Germany. Her experience spans multiple regions and hotel brands.
Previous Experience at FTI Group
Kathrin Bauer began her career as a Senior Editor at FTI Group, where she worked from 2008 to 2012 in Munich. This role involved content creation and editorial responsibilities, contributing to her understanding of the travel and tourism industry. Her early experience laid the groundwork for her transition into sales and management roles in hospitality.
Short-Term Role at Rixos The Palm Dubai
In 2012, Kathrin Bauer briefly worked as a Sales Manager for Leisure focusing on Europe and South America at Rixos The Palm Dubai. This position lasted for four months and provided her with additional experience in the luxury hotel market in Dubai.