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Supansa Bourke

Supansa Bourke

Bangkok,Bangkok

Summary

Luxury Hospitality Commercial Leader experienced in driving commercial performance and optimizing revenue through integrated sales and marketing strategies. Delivered market-leading RevPAR and RGI performance by strengthening brand visibility and fostering strategic partnerships. Built high-performing commercial teams across diverse functions, with a focus on catering to international luxury travelers in Asian gateway markets.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Commercial Strategy

Mandarin Oriental
Bangkok
01.2023 - Current

Led hotel’s overall commercial strategy, aligning sales, marketing, revenue, PR, partnerships, and operations to maximize performance.

Key Achievements
  • Delivered highest hotel revenue performance and RGI during 2023–2024.
  • Secured “The White Lotus Season Three” production partnership, positioning the hotel as the only Bangkok property featured in the series and generating over USD 2M in PR value.
  • Led the successful rollout of the hotel’s new global brand visual identity.
  • Directed communications and positioning strategy for major openings, including Anne-Sophie Pic at Le Normandie, resulting in 2 Michelin stars within three months.
  • Led strategic activations and partnerships for hotel’s 150th Anniversary campaign, collaborating globally with Sporty & Rich to generate significant media coverage.
  • Drove cross-functional commercial alignment between Sales, Marketing, Revenue, PR, and Operations teams.

Director of Sales and Partnership Marketing

Mandarin Oriental
Bangkok
08.2019 - 12.2022

Introduced strategic credit card partnerships that generated over THB 10M in revenue and increased marketing reach.

Key Achievements
  • Developed domestic luxury market initiatives during COVID recovery generating over THB 20M through customer-facing activations at Siam Paragon.
  • Oversaw luxury leisure, group, catering, reservations, and partnerships initiatives across rooms, F&B, and spa to enhance guest experience and revenue.
  • Managed and restructured commercial team of 24 associates to improve operational effectiveness and alignment with strategic goals.
  • Achieved Group RGI of 309 in 2022.
  • Held dual responsibilities as acting commercial strategy leader during transition period in 2021.

Director of Sales and Marketing

Renaissance Bangkok Hotel Ratchaprasong
Bangkok
11.2018 - 08.2019
Key Achievements
  • Rebuilt and restructured commercial team, introducing incentive-driven performance culture to enhance accountability and drive results.
  • Elevated RevPAR market ranking from #3 to #2, contributing to overall revenue growth.
  • Improved ADR by 34% year-over-year.
  • Led annual Global Day of Discovery campaign, achieving highest social engagement since hotel opening, increasing brand visibility.

Assistant Director of Sales and Marketing

The St. Regis Bangkok- Hotel and Residences
Bangkok
12.2017 - 10.2018
Key Achievements
  • Selected as one of only two Asia Pacific luxury sales leaders recognized in Marriott President’s Circle.
  • Finalist, Hotelier Awards Asia 2017 – Sales & Marketing Category.
  • Increased group pace by 18% and wholesale ADR by 20%.
  • Coordinated wedding showcase achieving over 50% ROI through targeted marketing strategies.
  • Spearheaded commercial integration during Marriott-Starwood transition to ensure seamless brand alignment.

Director of Sales

The St. Regis Bangkok- Hotel and Residences
Bangkok
06.2014 - 11.2017

Led corporate, wholesale, and group sales for 228-room luxury hotel, overseeing team rebuilding and market repositioning to enhance competitive positioning.

Key Achievements
  • Increased lead generation by 50% through strategic prospecting and partner campaigns.
  • Achieved #1 RPI ranking for six out of nine months in 2017.
  • Expanded wholesale market mix from 8% to 20%, driving improved ADR and revenue performance.
  • Shifted account portfolio toward premium-rated business, increasing ADR by 6% and revenue by 10%.
  • Expanded Japanese market contribution by securing JTB brochure placement.
  • Secured exclusive partnership with Valerie Wilson Travel, enhancing suite access program and increasing market reach.

Assistant Director of Sales

Conrad Hotel Bangkok
Bangkok
10.2013 - 05.2014
  • Increase corporate production by 20% with Bain & company, Microsoft.
  • Managed top 10 accounts across IT, food & beverage, consulting, and major industries to enhance client relationships.
  • Assisted DOSM in developing strategic plans to drive sales growth.

Assistant Director of Sales

Le Meridien Bangkok
Bangkok
09.2012 - 10.2013
  • Managed key accounts across IT, Food & Beverage, Consulting, and Major Industries to drive revenue growth.
  • Championed RFP process to streamline responses and enhance competitiveness.
  • Supported DOSM and corporate sales team in achieving sales targets.

Senior Sales Manager

Le Meridien Bangkok
Bangkok
01.2011 - 09.2012
  • Coordinated team efforts to support Director of Sales and Marketing goals.
  • Managed Top 10 accounts across IT, Food & Beverage, Consulting, and Major Industries to drive revenue growth.
  • Led sales strategies to enhance market presence in hospitality sector.
  • Developed relationships with corporate clients to drive business growth.
  • Trained and mentored junior sales team members on effective techniques.

Sales Manager

Le Meridien Bangkok
Bangkok
01.2010 - 01.2011
  • Assisted Director of Sales and corporate sales team with administrative tasks to streamline operations.
  • Managed Top 10 accounts across IT, Food & Beverage, Consulting, and Major Industries to drive revenue growth.
  • Developed and implemented sales strategies for luxury hospitality services.
  • Trained and mentored sales team on effective client engagement techniques.
  • Collaborated with marketing to create promotional materials and campaigns.

Sales Executive

Sheraton Grande Sukhumvit Hotel
Bangkok
01.2004 - 01.2007
  • Researched potential customers and sales leads to identify growth opportunities.
  • Managed small and medium-sized accounts to enhance overall sales performance.
  • Developed strong customer relationships to enhance guest satisfaction.
  • Conducted market research to identify potential clients and opportunities.
  • Collaborated with team members to create tailored sales presentations.

Sales Coordinator

Sheraton Grande Sukhumvit Bangkok
Bangkok
01.2004
  • Coordinated with Sales Manager to finalize and hand over client files.
  • Issued letters of agreement to formalize contracts between clients and hotels.
  • Coordinated sales activities for events and promotions at a luxury hotel.
  • Managed client inquiries and provided information about services and facilities.
  • Assisted in preparing sales reports and analyzing market trends.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree - Business Administration, Major English, Minor Hotel Industrial

Assumption University
Thailand

Skills

CORE STRENGTHS
  • Revenue strategy
  • Revenue Management & Distribution
  • Sales and marketing
  • Business Development Strategy
  • Market expansion
  • Value Proposition Development
  • Targeted Campaign Management
  • Budget & P&L Management
  • PR & Partnership Strategy
  • Cross-Functional Leadership
  • Team Leadership & Organizational Development
  • Crisis management

References

Mr. Geoffrey Webb, Vice President Global Sales, Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group, gwebb@mohg.com

Accomplishments

  • Team leadership
  • Client Relations Management
  • Brand/product positioning planning
  • Revenue Management
  • Market Research & Analysis
  • Budget Management
  • P&L management

Awards

  • Top Individual Revenue Goal Winner Tai Pan Club 2023
  • Commercial Leader Winner 2023
  • Hotel Team Winner 2023
  • Outstanding Leadership Award 05/2017
  • President’s Circle Award 04/2018
  • Starwood Sales Incentive 2013

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 10/24/80
  • Nationality: Thai
  • Marital Status: Married

Timeline

Director of Commercial Strategy

Mandarin Oriental
01.2023 - Current

Director of Sales and Partnership Marketing

Mandarin Oriental
08.2019 - 12.2022

Director of Sales and Marketing

Renaissance Bangkok Hotel Ratchaprasong
11.2018 - 08.2019

Assistant Director of Sales and Marketing

The St. Regis Bangkok- Hotel and Residences
12.2017 - 10.2018

Director of Sales

The St. Regis Bangkok- Hotel and Residences
06.2014 - 11.2017

Assistant Director of Sales

Conrad Hotel Bangkok
10.2013 - 05.2014

Assistant Director of Sales

Le Meridien Bangkok
09.2012 - 10.2013

Senior Sales Manager

Le Meridien Bangkok
01.2011 - 09.2012

Sales Manager

Le Meridien Bangkok
01.2010 - 01.2011

Sales Executive

Sheraton Grande Sukhumvit Hotel
01.2004 - 01.2007

Sales Coordinator

Sheraton Grande Sukhumvit Bangkok
01.2004

Bachelor’s Degree - Business Administration, Major English, Minor Hotel Industrial

Assumption University
Supansa Bourke