Kolpin Hotels and the group’s new brand – Roberta’s Society, opening in Aarhus announce the appointment of Jamie Callaghan as the property’s first General Manager. Jamie brings over 15 years of experience in the […]
Kolpin Hotels and the group’s new brand – Roberta’s Society, opening in Aarhus announce the appointment of Jamie Callaghan as the property’s first General Manager. Jamie brings over 15 years of experience in the hospitality and tourism sectors to the project. In addition, he previously worked as the General Manager in the former property – the Book1 Design Hostel in Aarhus.
Born in the North of England, Jamie moved to Australia after finishing University and spent most of his time working in Australia and New Zealand before moving to Denmark in 2020 as part of the pre-opening team at Book1 Design Hostel. As part of the pre-opening team, Jamie contributed to delivering an outstanding product with remarkable results. He implemented a diverse range of procedures that enabled them to welcome over 125,000 guests in 2023 while maintaining exceptional customer satisfaction levels.
“Jamie, is a perfect fit for Kolpin Hotels’ development of Roberta’s Society. With his international experience within the “hybrid” hotel world, he’ll contribute to Kolpin Hotels development of a new brand within the budget segment.” says Karim Nielsen, CEO, Kølpin Hotels.
“Having previously worked as the General Manager of Book1, the former operator of this iconic property, I am excited to continue the legacy of this historic library as a vibrant hub for our local community. My journey with this remarkable venue is far from over. I’m ready to dive headfirst into this new project and build on the solid foundations laid by the previous tenants,” says Jamie Callaghan. “My love affair with Aarhus began during a short holiday in 2017 when the city was celebrated as the European City of Culture. Since moving here in 2020, I’ve developed a deep passion for our “City of Smiles.” It has become my mission to spotlight the latest local trends and showcase the unique charm of Aarhus to both domestic and international audiences.”
“With a bold focus on innovation and community engagement, I look forward to establishing Roberta’s Society as a must-visit destination for locals and visitors alike. I am incredibly grateful to Kolpin Hotels for trusting me to bring this exciting new brand concept to life in the Danish hospitality market,” says Jamie. “I can’t wait to roll up my sleeves and make Roberta’s Society a cherished part of our community, offering exceptional experiences at fantastic prices across our food and beverage, accommodation, and social spaces.”
Roberta’s Society is a high-end, low-key budget hybrid conceptand a meeting point for various target groups, where art, culture and activities will occur and create a place that you don’t just want to come to live. Roberta’s Society is created for travelers who want to stay in a lively, cozy and cool hotel with a strongly developed community. This new brand is aimed at guests between 18 and 50 years of age, and we want to accommodate both business and holiday guests or students who can stay there for a longer period.
Kolpin Hotels builds on its success with the award-winning Hotel Sanders – as well as the new Sanders Residence, which represents the company’s luxury hotels. Helenekilde Badehotel has always been about ‘low-key luxury’ – a historic and personal ‘house’ overlooking the Kattegat, surrounded by simple but tasteful settings.
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