Our Story
In a world of increasing polarity, Xandia offers the promise of belonging, calling us to acknowledge our interdependence with community and planet.
We are co-creating Xandia; a collection of communities that offers space for those who wish to connect, create and grow together.
Communities where we feel welcome, even if we are strangers, regardless of our diversity. Places that regenerate our minds, bodies and spirits, while we share a deeper sense of purpose.
Leadership Team
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Val Kempadoo
CO-FOUNDER & CEO
Serial entrepreneur and awarded developer of Belle Mont Farm and sustainable community, Kittitian Hill.
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Sheila McCann
CO-FOUNDER & CWO
Key figure in the global spa industry for over 35+ years; Shangri-La Hotels & Resorts, Chiva-Som and Lanserhof.
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Florent Gateau
CO-FOUNDER & CHO
Seasoned advisor and director of luxury hotels and resorts; The Setai, ONE Bal Harbour, Mukul Resort and Viceroy.
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Dan Rowe
CO-FOUNDER & CMO
Award winning advisor on brand, advertising and marketing; Kittitian Hill, IHG, Jumeirah and IKEA.
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Markus Laahanen
DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT
Changemaker and operator of luxury hotels, resorts and spas; GHM, Six Senses and Umay Resort.
Board
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David Shaw
CHAIR
Successful leader of turnarounds and growth businesses in the UK and internationally: Energis, Cable & Wireless Americas, Chemistry Group.
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Advisory Board
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Sue Harmsworth (MBE)
WELLNESS
Five decades shaping the global spa, wellness and beauty industries. Founder of the global brand ESPA.
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Livia Tirone
SUSTAINABILITY
Spear headed sustainable construction in Portugal and Europe for more than 20 years. Founder of Rebundance.
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David Stewart
AGEING
Founder of AGEIST. Champion of the modern 50+ lifestyle and a speaker at TEDx, MONOCLE and Global Wellness Summit.
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Prof. Ian Philp MD (CBE)
LONGEVITY
Founder of Age Care Technologies. WHO advisor. Former National Clinical Director for Older People in England.
Our Partners
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Architect
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Joint Venture Partner
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Developer
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Accountants
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Hospitality Consultants
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IP & Trademark Lawyers
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Corporate Lawyers
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Planners
“We will fight for the ideals and sacred things of this land, alone or with many… And we shall leave this land not less but more beautiful than we found it.”
Ephebic Oath, Classical Athens