Bernhard Duerrmeier

White Elephant Palm Beach, a boutique hotel with 32 luxury units including 19 spacious suites - opening September 23, 2020 - has announced the appointment of Bernhard Duerrmeier as General Manager. Mr. Duerrmeier brings extensive experience in luxury hotel management, development and hospitality services to his new position. White Elephant Palm Beach is the redevelopment of an historic hotel that dates back to the 1920's and is undergoing a transformation by Boston-based New England Development into one of the most luxurious properties in Palm Beach.

Mr. Duerrmeier's global hospitality career spans almost two decades. Prior to accepting the position with White Elephant Palm Beach, he was with Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts for 15 years in various leadership roles, including most recently serving as the Hotel Manager for its Montreal, Canada outpost. In this role, he was responsible for maximizing hotel profitability, resident relations, overseeing restaurant opening initiatives, as well as mentorship and talent development. He also held positions with the Mandarin Oriental Group and Hotel L'Hermitage in the UK.