The Gettys Group Appoints New Managing & Regional Director in Asia Pacific
March 30 2015 - 12:11PM
Business Wire
In response to a continuously changing global market, The Gettys
Group is pleased to announce a new strategic leadership structure
for their Hong Kong studio and Asia-Pacific/China practice. Gettys’
veteran Duk J. Kim will assume the role of Managing Director, and
Serene Lee will serve as Regional Director. Together, they will
spearhead Gettys’ regional initiatives for further growth and
continued excellence.
Kim has successfully led the design and management of numerous
hospitality and gaming projects throughout the world, while also
managing aspects of the firm’s global operations. Kim will continue
to serve Gettys’ clients while concentrating on a larger strategic
role for the Asia-Pacific, Greater Asia, China and Middle East
regions. Kim will work with the Regional and Studio Directors with
an emphasis on design excellence, enhanced project delivery, and a
firm commitment to growth within the regions.
Lee brings strong leadership along with a wealth of industry
experience in the hospitality sector to Gettys. She was
formerly the Regional Managing Director of DiLeonardo’s Greater
Asia Practice, and prior to that, held the position of Regional
Director of Interiors at HOK. At Gettys, she will manage the
day-to-day operations of the Hong Kong office, while mentoring the
team, and further enhancing design excellence and astute project
delivery to Gettys’ clients within the region.
“We are thrilled to have Ms. Lee join us at Gettys to help lead
our Hong Kong office and the markets it serves,” said Duk Kim,
Managing Director of Gettys’ office in Hong Kong. “There is a
tremendous amount of opportunity and I’m excited by the prospect
that our leadership and our talented designers have to offer in
providing uniquely memorable experiences to the clients we
service.”
About The Gettys Group
The Gettys Group is an award-winning global design firm with an
expert understanding of the hospitality industry. Our service
offerings include: interior design, procurement, branding and
consulting. The firm serves Clients in the Americas, Asia Pacific,
The Middle East, Europe and North Africa. The Gettys Group operates
at the intersection of design, implementation and strategic
thinking; breathing new life into environments and reinvigorating
brands. For more information visit: www.gettys.com
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