LONDON (July 1, 2024) – Mohari Hospitality announced the appointment of Fabio Longo as Chief Investment Officer (CIO) to oversee the firm’s diverse investment portfolio and execution of strategic growth initiatives. Longo will spearhead the firm’s continued rapid expansion into luxury hospitality destinations defined by iconic locations, cultural heritage, and exceptional experiences.

“We are excited to welcome Fabio as CIO to help Mohari expand our portfolio of luxury hospitality assets,” said J. Allen Smith, Chief Executive Officer of Mohari. “His vast experience and strong track record of value creation and investment management will be critical as he guides our investment strategies, manages our diverse portfolio, and identifies new growth opportunities for Mohari. Fabio’s role will be instrumental in ensuring we continue to execute on our strategy and deliver exceptional value to our stakeholders while navigating the evolving market landscape.”

“Mohari is one of the most visionary and agile investors in the luxury hospitality sector,” said Longo. “I’m thrilled to be joining the team at such a pivotal time, as the company expands its presence in the evolving luxury hospitality and lifestyle sector. I look forward to contributing to Mohari’s next chapter by identifying and executing opportunities that will shape the future of experiential luxury hospitality.”

Longo previously served as a Portfolio Manager at Bain Capital in Europe and successfully led the firm’s Special Situations and Real Estate teams. Prior to Bain Capital, Longo was a Principal in the European Principal Finance Fund at Apollo, where he played a pivotal role in identifying and executing high-impact investment opportunities. Longo began his distinguished career in the Investment Banking group at Goldman Sachs.

He holds a Master of Engineering (M. Eng.) degree from the University of Cambridge and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Longo is based in London.