Minor Hotels has appointed Karim von Alvensleben as general manager of Avani+ Lanexang Vientiane, ahead of the hotel’s opening in 2Q2026.
Von Alvensleben brings experience in hotel pre-openings and operations, having held senior leadership roles with Mandarin Oriental, Ritz-Carlton, Wynn, Regent, One&Only and Six Senses.
In his new role, he will oversee the pre-opening and launch of the 197-room Avani+ Lanexang Vientiane, with responsibility for operations, team development and brand positioning in the Lao capital.
