Global Investment Strategy Marks New Phase for the Group
London, Jan. 27, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Global hospitality company Hakkasan Group today officially announced an exclusive partnership with internationally acclaimed top DJ and record artist Calvin-Harris (Calvin Harris), marking the beginning of a new phase in the group’s ambitious global investment strategy: while continuing to deliver world-class experiences for guests, the group will also drive rapid growth.
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As part of this collaboration, Harris will lend his exceptional talents as a DJ, songwriter, and music producer to a variety of Hakkasan Group brands. He has agreed to perform exclusively at Hakkasan Group venues in Las Vegas over the next three years, and will collaborate with the group to create unique guest experiences. Beyond the residency, Harris will serve as the music consultant for the renowned Hakkasan brand, providing input and guidance on its global audio experience as the brand expands from restaurants and nightclubs into the hotel sector. He will work closely with Hakkasan Group’s senior team to develop new event concepts and deliver outstanding creativity, ensuring unparalleled experiences for guests and fans alike.
This partnership is part of Hakkasan Group’s commitment to its "brand-first" philosophy, which centers on delivering consistent world-class experiences, pushing the boundaries of hospitality, and consistently elevating the standard of service. Focusing on brand and talent development lies at the heart of Hakkasan Group’s business strategy.
Hakkasan Group is undergoing rapid expansion, growing its revenue from $100 million to $500 million in less than two years. This success is driven by the group’s ambitious expansion plans across the U.S., Middle East, and Asia, including the opening of a series of new venues, such as the renovation of PURE nightclub at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, which will reopen as “Omnia.” These exciting initiatives will continue in 2015, with 15 new venues set to open throughout the year.
Recent investments by Hakkasan Group also include the formation of a new hotel management company, MGM Hakkasan Hospitality, in partnership with MGM Resorts International. As part of this venture, Hakkasan will build a 200-room boutique hotel on Dubai’s Palm Jumeirah. Slated to open in 2017, the hotel will be truly world-class, combining luxury accommodation, fine dining, and nightlife like never before.
Neil Moffitt, CEO of Hakkasan Group, commented: “Calvin Harris’s dedication, passion, and creativity align perfectly with how we operate at Hakkasan Group, making this partnership a natural fit. I’ve been involved in the electronic music scene for many years, so personally, I’m thrilled to be working with one of the world’s top DJs. From a business perspective, today’s announcement reflects our group’s commitment to delivering unmatched guest experiences — something that’s incredibly important to us.”-Calvin Harris said: “Hakkasan Group’s legacy stretches back to the golden era of dance music in the 1990s, so I’m excited to play a role in this new chapter of its history. The group owns some of the best dance music venues in the world, and as it expands into other markets and sectors, it’s really exciting for me, as an artist, to be part of it. We’ve already got some great ideas, and we’re ready to get to work.”Neil MoffittThe addition of Calvin Harris further strengthens Hakkasan Group’s internationally renowned roster of entertainment and hospitality professionals, which includes Executive Chef Tong Chee Hwee, who has overseen Hakkasan kitchens since their inception and helped earn Michelin stars for several of the group’s restaurants, as well as International Executive Chef Ho Chee Boon, a seasoned Michelin-starred chef with 24 years of experience.-Harris’s dedication, passion, and creativity align perfectly with the way Hakkasan Group operates, making our collaboration truly ideal. I’ve been involved in the electronic music scene for many years, so personally, I’m very excited to be working with top international DJs. From a business perspective, today’s announcement reflects our group’s commitment to delivering unparalleled experiences for our guests, which is incredibly important.”
Calvin-Harris said: “The DNA of Hakkasan Group dates back to the golden era of dance music in the 1990s, so I’m thrilled to play a part in this new chapter of the Group’s history. The Group owns some of the world’s best dance music venues, and as an artist, it’s really exciting to have the opportunity to be part of its expansion into other markets and sectors. We already have some great ideas and are ready to roll up our sleeves and get to work.”
Calvin-Harris’s addition further strengthens Hakkasan Group’s internationally renowned roster of entertainment and hospitality professionals, which includes Executive Chef Tong Chee Hwee, who has overseen Hakkasan kitchens since their inception and helped earn Michelin stars for several of the Group’s restaurants, as well as International Executive Chef Ho Chee Boon, a renowned Michelin-starred chef with 24 years of experience.