Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia is pleased to announce the appointment of a new Spa Director for the renowned Joya Spa. With an impressive background in the spa industry, the newly appointed director will be responsible for overseeing the operational function and management of Joya Spa and the resort's retail outlets, with a focus on enhancing guest experiences.
As Spa Director, Carole Primat will be a crucial member of the team and will oversee operations at the resort's Sense Spa, including the development of distinctive programming that is both representative of St. Barts and incorporates new and cutting-edge techniques in wellness. With over 30 years of experience in the wellness space as a business owner and consultant, Carole Primat is a virtuoso in her field. After returning to school at Ecole Francais Morice where she studied cosmetics, coaching and the art of massage, she opened her own urban spa in Aix en Provence. Most recently, Carole served as the Director of Spa and Wellness Concepts at Millésime. Prior to this role, she served as a spa consultant for Kaoma Consulting, where she was tapped by hotel groups throughout the world to aid in the development of their wellness concepts.
Great Wolf Resorts, Inc. appointed triple-board certified physician and noted neurologist, Dr. Romie Mushtaq, as the company's first Chief Wellness Officer. Mushtaq, who is widely recognized by the name Dr. Romie, will help establish a wellness-focused foundation for Great Wolf that includes training materials, educational tools and specific programs to assist the company's 10,000 Pack Members achieve their wellness pursuits and a better sense of mindfulness.
Neeley joins the Conrad Orlando team with over 20 years of experience overseeing luxury spas, most recently as Spa Director of the Waldorf Astoria Orlando. Previous positions include roles at Mansion on Forsyth Park and Bella Vita Medical Spa, and Assistant Spa Director at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. Her passion for the spa industry encompasses a broad range of wellness pillars, including self-accountability, nutritional awareness, stress management, physical fitness and environment sensitivity. Seeing people changed from their spa experiences is truly fulfilling and inspiring to Neeley's work, and this holistic view is what informs the diverse, whole-body spa programming at Conrad Spa Orlando.
With 20 years of experience in the spa industry, Vidal joins the Four Seasons Resort Lanai team from his previous position at Four Seasons Resort Maui, where he served as Assistant Spa Director. Vidal has traveled the world perfecting his craft, working with Four Seasons properties across the globe including Costa Rica, Taormina, Prague, Maui and now the stunning island of Lanai. Vidal will be overseeing daily spa operations, including staff training, treatments and retail, fitness facilities as well as the Resort's Yoga and Wellness program.
Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve is pleased to welcome Viorica Coman, as Director of Spa Botánico. Coman brings over 20 years of experience working in luxury spas to the role, where she will oversee operations, the development of new offerings and partnerships and training for the award-winning, five-acre sanctuary.
Lees aspires to elevate Raffles Spa into the premier wellness destination in Dubai by infusing the offering with immersive experiences.
Minor Hotels, a Bangkok-based hotel owner, operator and investor, is delighted to announce the appointment of Sandie Johannessen as Group Director of Spa and Wellness - Asia, effective October 2023.
With over 20 years of experience in the luxury and wellness industry, Ana Flores has opened, restructured, and enhanced numerous hotel spas in South America, Europe, and Mexico.
Patrick Huey has taken on the role of director of global wellbeing operations at Hyatt Hotels Corporation, bringing with him over two decades of experience in the spa and wellness as well as the hospitality sectors. His extensive background spans across various regions including the US, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Southeast Asia. Most recently, Huey served as the general manager at We Care Spa in California, a prestigious 28-suite wellness resort and spa nestled in the Coachella Valley. His career has seen him hold leadership positions in renowned organizations like Montage International, Minor Hotel Group (operator of Anantara, Avani, and Tivoli hotel brands), Equinox, Four Seasons, Viceroy Hotel Group, and Sandals Resorts. Additionally, Huey was elected as the ISPA board chair in 2020, leveraging his position to actively advocate for spa industry support during the pandemic.
Auberge Resorts Collection has named Vivianne Garcia-Tunon as the company's new role of global vice president of wellbeing, affirming its commitment to offering impactful wellness experiences to guests and building the world's most innovative spas and wellbeing destinations. Garcia-Tunon brings to Auberge a career characterized by more than 25 years of experience creating forward-thinking, holistic health solutions in the hospitality industry. As global vice president of wellbeing, she will develop and deepen the experience across Auberge Resorts Collection's portfolio, keeping sacred the properties' individual personalities and distinctive approaches to wellness while connecting the brand's overall philosophy to offer opportunities to decompress, reflect and reconnect to health. With 20 spas currently in the brand's portfolio and nine in the pipeline, Garcia-Tunon arrives at a key moment to lead the developments and oversee all pre-opening elements including conception, design and operations.
Fairmont Austin is delighted to announce the appointment of Jackie Flory as Spa Director of Fairmont Spa Austin. Flory brings over a decade of industry experience to her role at the acclaimed downtown spa, which was named a 2023 Forbes Four-Star Award winner. Most recently, she served as Director of Wellness at Bluejack National, a private residential resort club that is home to Golfweek's No.1 residential course in Texas.
Nazley Mohamed, in the role of spa director, is a seasoned professional with over 20 years of expertise in the dynamic wellness industry. Her professional trajectory features notable tenures with world-renowned brands such as Mandarin Oriental, Anantara, and renowned properties including The Chedi Muscat and Emirates Palace Abu Dhabi.
Kona Kai San Diego, a world-class Noble House Hotels & Resorts property defined and inspired by its place on San Diego's Shelter Island, today introduced Kenia Zavala as the director of spa at SpaTerre. A passionate leader, Zavala specializes in growth and operational strategy while simultaneously ensuring ongoing treatment innovation and an outstanding guest experience.
Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa is pleased to introduce Benjamin Donat as Spa Director of Eau Spa, consistently rated by Forbes as one of the country's top five-star spas. With over a decade of success, Benjamin Donat will bring a refreshed wave of wellness programming to Eau Spa and continue to enhance the already top-tier service, treatments and experiences.
Chateau Elan Winery & Resort announces the appointment of Terra Orndorff as the new director of wellness for its recently renovated luxury spa. With extensive experience in the spa industry, Orndorff brings a new level of expertise to the resort's award-winning spa, overseeing and implementing a comprehensive wellness program that promotes the physical and mental well-being of guests. She will also lead a team of wellness professionals, providing guidance, support, and training to ensure exceptional service delivery.
Effective 31 August 2023, Nathalie will report to Guy Heywood, Senior Vice President, Operations, Raffles & Orient Express. Based in Paris, Nathalie will oversee the spa strategy and wellness initiatives for both brands while upholding global well-being standards. Nathalie joins Raffles & Orient Express from her most recent role as Spa Director at Ritz Paris. Her career began with Chef Gordon Ramsay at his London restaurant, Aubergine. Nathalie went on to work with numerous luxury hospitality brands, including Relais et Châteaux, Four Seasons, Spa Thémaé, and Hotel George V Palace Four Seasons in Paris, where she spent seven years overseeing the hotel's spa.
Hotel Effie, the boutique luxury hotel managed by Highgate at Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, has announced the appointment of Osa Mallo as its new Spa Director. Mallo will oversee Spa Lilliana, the hotel's serene wellness utopia featuring 10 spacious and well-appointed treatment rooms, the only coed relaxation lounge in the region, private men's and women's locker rooms and relaxation areas, a hair and nail salon, and a retail boutique.
Jumeirah Group has created a new vice president position, looking after wellbeing, group and corporate.
HVS, a globally recognized hospitality consulting firm, is pleased to announce that Peter Anderson is joining HVS as a Managing Director and our Wellness Practice Leader within the Americas region. HVS is the largest consulting firm dedicated exclusively to the hospitality industry's life cycle, with about 40 offices in the United States. Peter brings a unique blend of property development, feasibility analysis, and innovative wellness practices to this role. He can offer HVS hospitality clients wellness solutions that are designed to engage and delight customers, while ensuring they are fiscally sound investments. He has conducted engagements where wellness components have enhanced property value as much as 40%.