Cem Oktem is a seasoned hotel and hospitality professional with extensive experience spanning over two decades in the industry. Beginning as a Bar Waiter at Hilton Istanbul Bosphorus in 1999, Cem progressed through various roles, including Shift Lead at Princess International Hotels & Resorts, Lead Bartender/Wine Sommelier at Celebrity Cruises, and Hotel & Hospitality Specialist at Hyatt Hotels Corporation. Since 2007, Cem has been with Gansevoort Hotel Group, demonstrating a strong commitment to excellence in hospitality. Academically, Cem holds a Bachelor's degree in Tourism and Hotel Management from Bilkent University and has foundational training from Bell Cambridge.
Gansevoort Hotel Group
Gansevoort Meatpacking is an iconic hotel that has called New York City’s Meatpacking District home for more than 15 years. The 186-room hotel features a full service ground-floor restaurant, year-round rooftop bar and restaurant, a 45-foot heated outdoor pool, and indoor and outdoor space where guests can enjoy unobstructed, 360-degree views of the Manhattan skyline. Located on Ninth Ave and 13th Street, Gansevoort is an anchor in Manhattan’s vibrant Meatpacking DIstrict, which has transformed from an industrial district into a hub for fashion, design, culinary excellence and the arts. The property is just steps away from the Hudson River, the High Line, premium shopping and dining, the Whitney Museum of American Art, Chelsea Market and more. The property is completing a full renovation touching all floors, accommodations and public spaces in 2020.