Fabian Zellinger Promoted to Chief Growth & Innovation Officer of Ruby Group

Posted in Business, News on 7 April, 2025

As the Ruby Group continues its international expansion, the promotion of Fabian Zellinger to Chief Growth & Innovation Officer marks a step in strengthening its focus on further growth, enhancing cross-functional collaboration, and supporting long-term international scale.

The Ruby Group, under the leadership of founder and CEO Michael Struck, is breaking new ground with its Lean Luxury philosophy. With a lean organisational structure and a focus on the essentials, the Group delivers a contemporary, high-quality hotel experience at affordable prices in prime city locations – redefining how modern hospitality is built and scaled. As the company enters a new phase of expansion, following its recent strategic partnership with IHG Hotels & Resorts, it is preparing for accelerated growth.

Fabian Zellinger, who has been with the Ruby Group for over six years and is a long-standing member of the executive board, has been promoted to Chief Growth & Innovation Officer (CGIO). In this role, he takes over leadership of all growth-related and technical departments, including the responsibilities previously held by Isabell Fuss, who is leaving the company to pursue new professional opportunities. Fabian Zellinger will continue to oversee his existing areas of Corporate Development, Systems, New Ventures and Workspaces. This move supports Ruby Group’s continued growth trajectory across Europe and lays the foundation for expansion into new global markets, including the United States.

Ruby Louise, Frankfurt, Germany. Photo credits: © The Ruby Group

Isabell Fuss has been with the Ruby Group for more than eleven years.  As Group Vice President and a member of the executive board, she played a central role in building key business areas and significantly shaping the Group’s growth and success over the past decade.

Michael Struck, CEO and Founder of the Ruby Group, commented: “This is a vital step in strengthening our leadership and structure for Ruby’s next growth phase. With Fabian Zellinger taking on his new role, we are well positioned to continue our expansion across Europe and into new international markets. I would also like to extend my heartfelt thanks to Isabell Fuss for her outstanding contribution and unwavering dedication. She helped shape the foundation of our success, and we wish her all the very best for her next chapter.”

About The Ruby Group
The Ruby Group under the leadership of founder and CEO Michael Struck is breaking new ground with its Lean Luxury philosophy. With a lean organisational structure and concentration on the essentials, Ruby succeeds in creating a contemporary, affordable form of luxury for modern, cost and style-conscious customers. Founded in 2013, the group operates 20 Ruby hotels across Europe, with an additional 13 hotels currently under construction or in the planning phase. Ruby also offers Ruby Workspaces – perfectly equipped workplaces and a creative atmosphere with access to an inspiring office community. Financially strong shareholders support Ruby’s expansion: ECE Group; the Austrian Soravia Group; Franger Investment, a German family office; Ocean Link, a private equity fund; the investor Michael Hehn; and Michael Struck jointly hold the company shares.