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Leadership changes at Le Germain Hotels in Toronto and Montreal
Germain Hotels has announced changes to leadership at its Le Germain properties in Toronto and Montreal.
Left to right: Jean Philip Dupré, Nicolas Lazarou, and Paul de la Durantaye
Le Germain Hotel Toronto Mercer welcomes Jean-Philip Dupré as its general manager, marking his return to Germain Hotels. Dupré previously worked with Germain Hotels from 2015 to 2022 at Alt Hotel Winnipeg, Alt Hotel Ottawa, and Escad Quartier DIX30, serving as general manager for the latter two properties.
Nicolas Lazarou takes the reins as general manager of Le Germain Hotel Toronto Maple Leaf Square. Lazarou began his journey with Germain Hotels in 2012 during the opening of Alt Hotel Toronto Airport, and for over a decade, he led Le Germain Hotel Toronto Mercer.
Paul de La Durantaye has been appointed general manager of Le Germain Hotel Montreal. He has been part of the Germain Hotels family for over 15 years, including 14 years as general manager of Le Germain Hotel Toronto Maple Leaf Square. In his new role, La Durantaye also takes on the responsibilities of regional director for the Greater Montreal area, in addition to overseeing hotels in Ontario.
