John Douglas has been appointed as Area General Manager, Pacific Islands at Marriott International, Inc.
Marriott International today announced the appointment of John Douglas as Area General Manager, Pacific Islands.
Based in Fiji, Douglas will lead Marriott International’s operations across its Pacific Islands portfolio, overseeing flagship resort destinations including Sheraton Fiji Golf & Beach Resort, Sheraton Denarau Villas, Sheraton Resort & Spa, Tokoriki Island, Fiji, and The Westin Fiji Golf Resort & Spa upon reopening. He will also provide strategic oversight across Marriott International’s broader portfolio in Fiji, Samoa and New Caledonia.
Douglas brings more than 26 years of experience with Marriott International, having held senior leadership roles spanning finance and hotel operations across Australia, the Caribbean, Europe and the United States. He began his Marriott career in 1999 at Brisbane Marriott Hotel and has since worked across a range of hospitality segments, including wellness centres, golf resorts, casinos and Marriott Vacation Club properties. Most recently, he served as Senior Area Director of Finance Operations for Australia, New Zealand and Pacific (ANZP), supporting Marriott International’s regional portfolio across ANZP.
Douglas said he is honoured to take on the role and excited by the opportunities ahead for the region.