Carlos Flores has been promoted Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at Sonesta International Hotels Corporation
Bill Sheehan, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Sonesta International Hotels Corporation today announced the appointment of Carlos Flores as the company's President and CEO, effective January 20, 2015. In his new role, Carlos will oversee the day-to-day operation of Sonesta, direct the senior leadership team and liaise with property owners. Carlos joined the company as Executive Vice President in February 2012 and has since led the company's effort to convert new hotels to Sonesta, increasing the Sonesta U.S. hotel presence in 2012 from three hotels to 25 hotels. A top priority for Carlos will be continuing to refine Sonesta's expression of genuine hospitality as the brand pursues sustained growth and a larger global footprint. Carlos brings over 20 years of experience in senior management to lead Sonesta, where he has overseen sales, marketing, communications and revenue management for the last three years. Prior to joining Sonesta, Carlos was Vice President and Chief Information Officer for Reit Management & Research LLC. Previously he held senior management positions in the hospitality, technology, media and retail industries.
