David CortijoBenchmark Hospitality International, a leading US-based hospitality management company, has named David Cortijo director of rooms for Marenas Resort, located in Sunny Isles Beach, Florida, north of Miami. Marenas Resort is part of Benchmark Hospitality’s collection of Personal Luxury Resorts & HotelsSM. Jim Franklin, general manager, made the announcement. Previously David Cortijo served as resort manager for Daily Management, Inc., responsible for two resorts and 1000 timeshare units in Weston, Florida. Prior to this he held positions in the Rooms division of major hotel brands, serving multiple properties in Puerto Rico and Florida, including a convention center. Mr. Cortijo also has experience opening major resort properties. David Cortijo graduated from the University of Puerto Rico with a focus in rooms division management. He holds a Florida Community Association Management license, and is completing his Certified Property Manager licensure. Mr. Cortijo has relocated to the Miami area.