Shakir HussainPlaya Largo Resort & Spa, Marriott International’s newest Autograph property to break ground, is proud to announce the appointment of Shakir Hussain as general manager for the resort. Having held various executive positions, Shakir Hussain brings more than a decade of substantial leadership experience to Playa Largo Resort & Spa. He assumes his new role by way of the Cheeca Lodge & Spa in Islamorada, Florida, where he served as director of food and beverage. Prior to that, Hussain served as vice president and general manager at Excelsior Hospitality where he established profit and service-focused operations and increased financial results. He also held general manager positions at Esplendor Resort, Blackstone Renaissance and Sheraton Miami, amongst others. In his new position, Hussain will oversee all aspects of hotel operations, as well as the maximization of guest satisfaction, financial performance, and staff development at Playa Largo Resort & Spa upon its opening in summer 2015. Throughout his career, Hussain’s results-driven work ethic has achieved significant results in managing, renovating and opening upscale resorts for multiple luxury brands. Hussain received his degree in Hotel & Restaurant Management from Cornell University School of Hotel Administration in Ithaca, NY.