Success Story: Recruiting Top Talent for Leading Hospitality & Tourism Brand

The Challenge

Times are exciting for Xiao Nan Guo Group - China’s leading Hospitality and Tourism brand! Founded over 25 years ago, they have experienced explosive growth. From humble beginnings in the restaurant industry, they have expanded into the hotel and spa sector. In East China, they became the dominant player, seeing an impressive 30% growth over the past three years. With plans underway for an Initial Public Offering (IPO) for its Chinese restaurant chain business in Hong Kong in 2011, they knew they needed a strong and professional mid to senior level management team ready to take on the future. However, as a local brand, they encountered some difficulties in attracting talent from top multinational companies.

The Hudson Solution

As a premier provider of both recruitment and talent management solutions, Hudson consulted with our client to better understand their business goals, the existing structure, culture and personalities. Based on the results from our exploratory meetings, we finalised the competency profile and attraction factors.

Next, we repositioned Xiao Nan Guo’s employer brand proposition. Focusing on the established longevity of the business and ongoing success in the marketplace, we presented our client’s further expansion within Greater China. We promoted the opportunity for dynamic individuals to experience significant career growth during this exciting phase in the company’s history.

During the selection process, Hudson carefully screened all candidates, ensuring that they would match our client’s requirements. We invested considerable time in explaining the company’s business objectives to each candidate and vetting them against expectations and cultural fit.

The Results

Over the past 8 months, we have successfully helped Xiao Nan Guo make ten critical hires across all key functions. With attention to seeking the desired competencies and motivation, we have not only attracted top talent but also ensured the senior management team can work diligently and cohesively to achieve the company’s business objectives.

Xiao Nan Guo Group is now one of the top contributors to the Hudson revenues in Shanghai. Through a Preferred Supply Agreement, we are building a long-term relationship for sustainable success!

Point of Contact

Please email lily.bi@hudson.com.