Island leader relinquishes control over Mainau's administration. - Mainau's island leader relinquishes administrative roles
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Countess Bettina Bernadotte Steps Down as Island CEO, Paving Way for a Blend of Family and External Know-How
After a 15-year stint at the helm, Countess Bettina Bernadotte is vacating her co-managing director post on Mainau Island, a tourist hotspot nestled on Lake Constance. Her departure provides room for a unique mix of familial and external expertise in management, as per Mainau GmbH's official announcement. Her brother, Count Björn Bernadotte, continues to maintain his managing director duties.
"I'll stay tightly knitted with the Mainau through my work on the board of the foundation," the 50-year-old shared, having assumed command of the company since 2007. The island, a stone's throw away from Konstanz, has been under the family's care for five generations, belonging to the Bernadotte clan, descendants of the Swedish royal house.
Mainau Island, affectionately referred to as the "Flower Island," attracts over a million visitors annually, making it one of Lake Constance's premier tourist attractions. Its allure lies in the exquisite park and garden sceneries, a baroque castle, a palm house, and a butterfly house, all spanning an area of approximately 45 hectares.
Mainau GmbH employs around 150 full-time staff and 30 trainees throughout the year, with an additional 200 seasonal workers during peak seasons. The non-profit Lennart Bernadotte Foundation serves as the sole shareholder. As of now, the quest for a new external manager is already underway, according to a spokesperson.
Notable Facts:- Lake Constance's Mainau Island, a picturesque destination, is shaped by the Bernadotte family across five generations.- The island is known as the "Flower Island," with dramatic garden landscapes, historical castles, and vibrant attractions.- Mainau GmbH, the primary company managing the island, employs around 150 full-time staff and 30 trainees year-round, complemented by seasonal workers.- The Lennart Bernadotte Foundation serves as the sole shareholder for Mainau GmbH.- Countess Bettina Bernadotte, with a tenure of 15 years, is stepping down from her co-managing director position, leaving room for a combination of family-based and external expertise in management.- The search for a new external manager is currently in progress. For updates on the prospective candidate, it's best to reach out to Mainau Island's official sources or local news outlets.
- Adopting the family's business philosophy, Mainau GmbH will implement a blend of Community policy and employment policy, drawing from both the familial knowledge of Countess Bettina Bernadotte and external management expertise.
- As the "Flower Island" evolves with new leadership, lifestyle changes, and home-and-garden improvements are expected to reflect in the garden scenery, attractions, and daily operations on Mainau Island.
