Series 1 | Episode 5: Melissa Tang
Welcome to Leading a New Era, the podcast from IHG Hotels & Resorts that brings you inside the world’s most iconic luxury hotels, through the voices of the people who lead them.
In this episode, we’re at Six Senses Qing Cheng Mountain in China, a wellness-focused, sustainability-driven retreat at the gateway to a UNESCO World Heritage site, with General Manager Melissa Tang.
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Meet the guest
Melissa Tang
General Manager – Kimpton Grand
Roatan Resort & Spa, Honduras
Originally from Uruguay, Diego Padula has spent the past two decades building an international career that spans Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East. His diverse background includes time with leading global brands, and a defining chapter in Oman where he transitioned from F&B leadership into full-spectrum hotel management.
As GM of Kimpton Grand Roatán, Honduras' first international five-star hotel, Diego brings purpose, pride and personal creativity to every guest experience. A strong believer in the power of culture and community, he’s known for his flair for design, passion for food and wine, and commitment to developing the next generation of hospitality leaders.
More from Series 1
Ep 1: Younes Atallah – Regent Santa Monica Beach
A visionary leader with two decades in luxury hospitality, Younes is leading a flagship Regent, with a focus on people-first leadership and refined, locally inspired experiences.
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Ep 2: Merry Antoja – Kimpton Los Monteros, Marbella
Merry blends creative strategy with inclusive leadership, bringing warmth and high performance to every hotel she touches: From Europe to Asia, and now Marbella’s first Kimpton.
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Ep 3: Mohamed Mahmoud – InterContinental Residences Dubai Business Bay
With 25 years of experience at IHG, Mohamed is a seasoned leader known for operational excellence, commercial focus and a people-first approach that drives performance and pride.
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Ep 4: Diego Padula – Kimpton Grand Roatan Resort & Spa, Honduras
Diego brings global flair and a love for culture, cuisine and design to Honduras’ first international five-star hotel, inspiring teams and guests with purpose and creativity.
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Ep 5: Melissa Tang – Six Senses Qingcheng Mountain, China
Melissa leads with empathy and intention, weaving wellness, sustainability and mindfulness into every detail of the Six Senses experience in the heart of Qingcheng Mountain.
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Ep 6: Nick Yarnell – Six Senses London
A luxury hospitality veteran with global roots, Nick brings calm confidence and emotional intelligence to London’s newest icon, creating meaningful, intuitive guest experiences.
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