Marlene Poynder has been named general manager of Waldorf Astoria Sydney, which is scheduled to open in 2027.
She brings more than 30 years of luxury hospitality experience and most recently served as managing director of The Carlyle, A Rosewood Hotel.
Her previous roles include leadership positions at Waldorf Astoria Beijing, Waldorf Astoria Chicago, Conrad New York Downtown and Park Hyatt Sydney.
