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The former Little Palace has undergone a transformation to emerge as a 4-star hotel that combines the spirit of a guesthouse with that of a Parisian hotel. The refurbishment of the premises by EXTENDAM and the VICARTEM group, through its subsidiary Younight Hospitality, has elevated this new establishment, creating an environment conducive to imagination and relaxation.
Its name Solly refers to Salomon de Caus, a great traveler, engineer and architect, who has infused the entire establishment with a curious, creative and globally-minded spirit. The Solly restores the true meaning of hospitality, caring for the little things that make a big difference. The hotel is a true life facilitator, where time seems to stand still.
The Solly features 51 rooms spread across 4 categories (cozy, comfort, junior suite, suite) with orientations towards an interior courtyard or square. Some rooms have a furnished balcony and views of La Gaîté Lyrique and the rooftops of Paris.
DesCodeuses is the story of Souad Boutegrabet, a woman from underprivileged neighborhoods, passionate about computer science. Due to the need for quick job integration and family financial responsibilities, she did not pursue a career in the digital field.
In 2017, Souad decided to create DesCodeuses, aiming to empower women from Priority Urban Zones (QPV) to seize opportunities in the digital sector, which initially appears unwelcoming to women. In fact, women make up less than 30% of technical professions, and a completely overlooked issue exists: the absence of women from priority neighborhoods, both urban and rural. To address this social problem, DesCodeuses developed a tailored program specifically targeting women from these neighborhoods, considering peripheral obstacles to accessing technical training and jobs. Through DesCodeuses, companies commit to bringing more diversity to their technical teams, adding value to their business.
DesCodeuses work to ensure that social background and gender are not obstacles to women’s ambitions. An initiative that is close to our hearts at Les Grandes Idées.
Previously serving as Investment Manager, Cécile Leclerc has been promoted to the role of ESG Manager at EXTENDAM. In her new capacity, she will oversee the implementation of EXTENDAM’s ESG strategy at all levels, particularly within the investment processes.
Jean-Marc Palhon, Chairman of EXTENDAM, explains: “Cécile Leclerc will leverage her experience and expertise to uphold the ESG trajectory that EXTENDAM has set for its investment strategy and for the entire sector. EXTENDAM’s ESG strategy is built on five pillars, aiming at seven Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) as defined by the United Nations: to contribute to shaping the cities of tomorrow, to promote sustainable asset management, to support the transition of European hoteliers, to be at the heart of the transition of the French tourism industry, and to generate sustainable and shared value”.