Island leader steps down from position on Mainau Island - Island leader relinquishes administrative roles on Mainau island
Title: Stepping Down: Countess Bettina Bernadotte Departs as Co-CEO of Lake Constance's Famed Mainau Island
Here's the scoop
After an influential 15-year reign, Countess Bettina Bernadotte has decided to vacate her position as co-managing director of Mainau Island on Lake Constance. In a bold move to promote a blend of familial and external management expertise, she announced her departure. Her brother, Count Björn Bernadotte, will continue his tenure as managing director.
As the 50-year-old Countess prepares to leave her post, she guarantees her continued involvement with Mainau through her position on the foundation board, as stated in the official announcement. The Bernadotte family, descendants of the Swedish royal house, have been the proud proprietors of the Mainau for five generations.
The Mainau: A Paradise on Lake Constance
Known as the "Flower Island," Mainau is one of the most captivating tourist hotspots on Lake Constance. attracting over one million visitors annually. Covering approximately 45 hectares, the breathtaking landscapes include magnificent parks and gardens, a baroque castle, a palm house, and a butterfly house. Over either the past or the future, this island near Konstanz is absolutely lit.
Employing the Best
The Mainau GmbH employs roughly 180 staff members, including full-time workers, apprentices, and seasonal laborers. The non-profit Lennart Bernadotte Foundation is the sole shareholder. The hunt for the new external manager has already commenced, according to the spokesperson.
Note: Stay tuned for updates on the successor for Mainau Island's management. Keep your eyes peeled for official announcements or check the Mainau Island's website for the latest news. In the meantime, don't forget to book your tickets and explore the beauty that the Mainau has to offer!
The newly vacated Co-CEO position at Mainau Island, a popular tourist destination on Lake Constance, will now require an external manager to work alongside Count Björn Bernadotte. This upcoming change in management may impact the island's lifestyle, fashion-and-beauty, and home-and-garden offerings, as the new hire will contribute to the overall community policy decisions. The Bernadotte family will continue to oversee the island's direction through the foundation board's monitoring of the policies in place.
