Cain appoints Ina Plunien for EMEA Hospitality growth

Global real estate investment manager Cain has hired Ina Plunien to lead its hospitality investments in Europe.

Ina Plunien

This move aims to strengthen Cain's presence in the experiential, luxury hospitality, and living sectors across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA).

Plunien brings ten years of experience in luxury hospitality investments, having previously worked at Cedar Capital Partners and on over $3 billion (€2.8 billion) worth of hotel assets. Her expertise includes acquisitions, asset management, and advisory. She was also recognised with the Young Leader Award at IHIF EMEA in 2026.

This appointment is part of Cain's broader strategy to enhance its specialist capabilities in living & hospitality, customer experience, and brand-focused real estate. Other recent key hires include Neil Jacobs (former Six Senses CEO) as a consultant and Ana Brant (formerly of Wynn Resorts) as Global Head of Customer Experience.

In Europe, Cain owns Six Senses Courchevel 1850 and partners with brands such as Soho House and Rosewood.

Arvi Luoma, CIO at Cain, said: “Having established a strong position in North America and built global recognition through our brand investments, we see a clear opportunity taking shape across luxury and experiential hospitality in EMEA. Ina’s deep experience will be a valuable addition as we continue to strengthen our offering as a specialist investment manager in the region. We are delighted to welcome her to the team.”

Ina Plunien said: “Cain sets itself apart through its highly disciplined approach to hospitality investment, with a clear focus on long-term value creation, leading brands and a differentiated emphasis on customer experience. The opportunity in luxury hospitality across EMEA is exciting, and I look forward to carrying the team’s success into new markets as we grow our presence across the region.”