Nikki Beach Hospitality Group has appointed Yang (Michael) Fan as the new general manager at Nikki Beach Resort & Spa Koh Samui.
Michael brings over 15 years of international experience in luxury hospitality, having held leadership roles at Anantara, Rosewood, Banyan Tree, and Angsana across Thailand, Hong Kong, Cambodia, and China. His expertise spans hotel operations, guest satisfaction, team development, and financial performance.
Prior to his new role, Michael was Hotel Manager at Anantara Siam Bangkok, where he contributed to the property earning a Forbes Four-Star rating and a One Michelin Key in 2025. He also served as Director of Rooms and Residence at Rosewood Hong Kong during the time it was named the No. 2 Best Hotel in the World and No. 1 in Asia. Earlier, he worked at Rosewood Phnom Penh, where he helped raise service standards and enhance the guest experience.
Rémi Delpech, chief operating officer of Hotels & Resorts for Nikki Beach Hospitality Group, said, “We’re thrilled to welcome Michael to the Nikki Beach family. His deep understanding of the luxury hospitality space, along with his impressive track record of operational excellence, will be instrumental in shaping the future of our resort.”
Originally from Urumqi in China’s Xinjiang Autonomous Region, Michael is known for his cross-cultural leadership style and ability to lead high-performing teams. He now oversees operations at Nikki Beach Resort & Spa Koh Samui, as the brand looks to the next phase of growth at its flagship beachfront property.