Hayden Edgtton Edgtton has honed his hospitality, creative and business acumen from more than 20 years in the industry, beginning with his first job in 1994, at Holiday Inn Hotels & Resorts in New Zealand, and continuing in Vietnam, Australia and the Middle East. In 2004, he opened and operated his own Japanese restaurant and lifestyle magazine in Australia. His meticulous attention to detail, respect for local cultures and people, and management skills led him to Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts in 2010 as Executive Assistant Manager of the pre-opening team at Mövenpick Hotel Jumeirah Lakes Towers in Dubai. Edgtton was promoted to General Manager in 2012 and oversaw its successful opening. Under his leadership the property was awarded top spot in the New Hotel Construction and Design category at the Arabian Property Awards 2014-15. It was also honoured as a Green Globe-certified sustainable business. The 262-room property opened on 6 February 2016, delivering the first five-star hospitality experience on pristine Na Jomtien Beach. It is a statement in elite beachfront accommodation, gourmet cuisine and superb destination choices such as yachting and island exploration.