Florian Sonigo
Entrepreneur
Lisbon,1
Summary
Results-oriented professional with a natural talent for leadership and collaboration. Driven and innovative, with strong strategic planning and business development abilities. Deep understanding of market analysis and financial forecasting. Proven track record of driving significant growth and fostering a culture of innovation and teamwork.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Languages
Work History
Co-founder and Managing Partner
Vosenco holdings
04.2021 - Current
- Lead the development of a hospitality travel digital application focusing on improving guest journey and community engagement
- Oversaw development of end to end travel tech distribution of high quality tourism product with AI capability (70% completed)
- Work on P&L business model based on connectivity hub, travel agent as a service and white label solution fo B2B market
- Conducted target market research to scope out industry competition and identify advantageous trends.
- Collaborated with legal, accounting and other professional teams to review and maintain compliance with regulations.
Co-Founder and Director of Portugal
Voltekko
07.2021 - 11.2024
- Company set up in Portugal and manage day to day data center development
- Identify and create a data center portfolio of viable greenfield asset and coordinate with local regulation and municipality requirement
- Establish strong connection with local electrical provider to assess and secure project electrical requirement from 10Mva to 30Mva
- Coordinate design and technical requirements with Voltekko design standards up to RIBA 3 for 10'000 m2 GCA project
- Liaise with financial team to develop Business plan and prepare dossier regarding European subsidies Portugal 2030
- Participate in the fund raising process with Rothschild & Co
- Developed marketing materials and campaigns to boost brand awareness and third party engagement.
Project Services Manager
Hyatt Hotels Corporation
10.2015 - 07.2019
- Design and technical coordination for the renovation of 4 hotels in France (Rooms and Public areas): Hyatt Regency Paris Etoile (995 rooms), Hotel Du Louvre (164 rooms), Hotel Martinez Cannes (409 rooms) and Hyatt Regency Palais de la Mediterranee in Nice (187 rooms) for a renovation value of approx
- 200 millions Euros
- Developed construction Phasing / schedules along with general contractor (Bouygues/Tetris) to meet hotel operations constraints
- Reviewed and monitored project budgets and accounting / Change order approval process
- Participated in the Hotel CAPEX requirement in junction with the approved property improvement plan (PIP)
- Developed the front and back of the house requirements and layout, including design brief
- Involved in third party contract negotiation, design and construction supervision as well as operator reporting.
Project Services Manager
Hyatt Hotels Corporation, Grand Hyatt Baha Mar Hotel & Casino
07.2013 - 07.2015
- Conducted design and technical review to comply with Hyatt brand standards for a 707 rooms, 3 restaurants and 100’000 square feet convention center project in line with the approved budget and scope of work
- Lead capital projects, including budget, schedules and quality control of overall construction work
- Managed FF&E/OS&E procurement and tender process to ensure functionality, design and cost objectives were implemented
Freelance Consultant
Na Tara Resort, Ko Chang
01.2013 - 06.2013
- Developed a capital expenditure plan for repositioning the hotel accurately
- Proceeded with technical and operational assessment in order to analyze potential asset enhancement and capital expenditure evaluation
- Analyzed operator performance and advise on potential profit and loss opportunities
Consultant
Montenegro Resort Company
05.2012 - 01.2013
- T Prepared the market analysis with Savills for a luxury eco resort project comprising of 57 keys hotel and 40 villas real estate mix for a project value of 130 Millions Euros investment in Montenegro t Coordinated with owner the financial analysis, project capital funding and financial modelling t Reviewed management contracts offers following owner’s objectives with short listed companies (Oberoi hotels, Six senses and Small luxury hotels)
Project Manager F&B
Rotana Hotels Corporation
01.2009 - 04.2012
- Arab Emirates) t Coordinated project design, operational planning, branding development & technical services for hotel F&B outlets (including interior design, MEP, architectural and kitchen design review) t Lead the kitchen contractor shop drawings review and onsite installation t Prepared feasibility studies along with profit and loss forecast and ROI evaluation for a variety of new projects
Project manager
Cabo San Cristobal, FF&E – Park Hyatt hotel
10.2007 - 10.2008
- T Developed strategic procurement and business planning for a Park Hyatt hotel within a mixed use hospitality development project t Lead the procurement company appointment through RFP bid and assisted in the contract negotiation t Managed and controlled FF&E department cash flow and accounting process
Corporate Management trainee
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts
08.2005 - 08.2007
Education
Executive Master of Business and Administration -
QUANTIC SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND TECHNOLOGY
Washington DC 06.2019 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Entrepreneurship
ECOLE HOTELIERE DE LAUSANNE
Switzerland 02.2000 - 06.2005
Skills
Problem-solving
Analytical thinking
Business development
Strategic visioning
Stakeholder relations
Decision-making
Timeline
Co-Founder and Director of Portugal
Voltekko
07.2021 - 11.2024
Co-founder and Managing Partner
Vosenco holdings
04.2021 - Current
Executive Master of Business and Administration -
QUANTIC SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND TECHNOLOGY
06.2019 - 12.2020
Project Services Manager
Hyatt Hotels Corporation
10.2015 - 07.2019
Project Services Manager
Hyatt Hotels Corporation, Grand Hyatt Baha Mar Hotel & Casino
07.2013 - 07.2015
Freelance Consultant
Na Tara Resort, Ko Chang
01.2013 - 06.2013
Consultant
Montenegro Resort Company
05.2012 - 01.2013
Project Manager F&B
Rotana Hotels Corporation
01.2009 - 04.2012
Project manager
Cabo San Cristobal, FF&E – Park Hyatt hotel
10.2007 - 10.2008
Corporate Management trainee
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts
08.2005 - 08.2007
Bachelor of Science - Entrepreneurship
ECOLE HOTELIERE DE LAUSANNE
02.2000 - 06.2005