Alma Resort has appointed Hoang Nguyen Minh Anh, a hospitality professional with almost two decades of wellness experience at some of Vietnam's leading resort spas, as spa manager.
Fontainebleau Miami Beach's leadership team continues to grow with the announcement that respected hospitality leader Shane Upson has been appointed Director of Spa and Wellness for Lapis, the Spa at Fontainebleau Miami Beach. Mr. Upson, who is only the second appointed Director of Spa in the history of Fontainebleau, will lead the resort's spa and wellness programming into the future with a pulse on the hottest wellness trends while continuing to have a strong connection to the spa's existing values and traditions.
QUO is expanding into healthcare and wellness. To lead this initiative, QUO CEO David Keen has appointed Ruben Toral as the new Director of Healthcare. Ruben is an industry veteran with over 25 years of experience building businesses, brands and physician networks in Asia, Latin America and the Middle East. He is best known as a thought leader in medical tourism and for his seminal work as Marketing Director of Bumrungrad International Hospital from 2001-2007. David took this pivotal step to capitalise on tremendous growth opportunities in healthcare and expanded synergies within QUO's hospitality and tourism branding campaigns. "Healthcare and wellness are future-forward, growth industries, and QUO wants to be the branding agency of choice for hospitals, clinics and hospitality companies in Asia and the Middle East." Knowing from experience that branding is essential to building enterprise value, institutional reputations and consumer trust, Ruben agrees. "Healthcare is a trust-driven industry, and if you build trust you create value."
Vakkaru Maldives is pleased to announce the appointment of Janice Vigo as the new Director of Spa, responsible for overseeing daily spa operations, including staff training, treatments and retail, fitness facilities, including yoga, meditation and wellness programmes.
As Director of Sales and Marketing, Collens is responsible for exceeding guestroom and catering sales, revenue, and marketing goals. Collens brings two decades of experience from flagship, luxury hotels throughout New York City. Collens held leadership positions at the famed Waldorf Astoria and Towers as well as The St. Regis New York. Previously, she was the Asset Manager for Ty Warner, owner of Four Seasons Hotel New York. These iconic hotels further validate her invaluable industry experience and deep insight into the luxury marketplace.
With the resorts new 9,000 square foot Grand View Spa ready to debut in May 2023, Mosher brings more than 30 years of industry experience to her new role as Spa Director. Having travelled extensively around the world studying wellness, massage and bodywork therapy, Mosher is a licensed massage and RYT yoga instructor, and is affiliated with the NCBTMB, giving her national accreditation to teach massage continuing education classes. She also specializes in family herbalism and aromatherapy counsel. Prior to joining Snow King Resort's Grand View Spa, she was a massage and bodywork therapist and yoga instructor at Keystone Lodge & Spa in Colorado. She's held similar positions throughout Colorado Springs and was the Massage Program Director and full time instructor for the College of Wilmington, in North Carolina.
The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas is pleased to announce the appointment of Sharon Saint Amand as the property's new Director of Spa & Retail. With a hospitality industry career that spans more than 20 years, Saint Amand's seasoned leadership and expertise will allow the property to further its position as one of the Caribbean's top wellness resorts. Her unique skillset will bolster the launch of new and unique guest offerings that speak to top trends sought out by today's luxury traveler.
Six Senses Zighy Bay has appointed Sofija Misljenovic as director of wellbeing, overseeing the holistic wellness offerings at the eco-friendly resort in Oman's Musandam peninsula.
The Westin Dallas Stonebriar Gold Resort & Spa announces Roxanne Khairzada as the new Spa Director for the resort's on-site Well & Being Spa.
Pioneering and transformative wellness destination Chiva-Som in Hua Hin, Thailand, is pleased to announce the appointment of Patience Sangwa as resident Naturopath, bringing a wealth of experience and industry knowledge to the resort's team of health and wellness experts.
Guida is rejoining East West Hospitality after previously serving as the Fitness Desk Supervisor at the Athletic Club at The Westin for more than two years. A graduate of Colorado State University, Guida has also served as a Human Resources Executive Team Leader for Target and an Office Manager for Coldwell Banker. An avid adventurer, Guida recently returned from spending a year in Spain.
Razee rejoined The Westin Riverfront team last summer as the Assistant Director of Club & Spa. Passionate about fitness and spa management, Razee started her hospitality career with East West Hospitality more than 20 years ago. While with East West Hospitality, she held numerous leadership positions at The Westin Riverfront, the Vail Athletic Club and the Well & Being Spa in the Lionshead Marriott. She served on East West's Corporate Mountains of Wellness Committee, coordinated employee snowshoe and mountain bike teams and served as a Westin Service Culture Champion, facilitating service training standards for all new hires.
With over ten years of spa and wellness experience, Maes joins Breve Spa at Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport, which was recognized as one of the top 100 Spas of America in 2020 by American Spa Magazine, from Mirbeau Inn & Spa Rhinebeck. There, she held the position of Director of Spa and oversaw the spa and wellness area including the spa facility, services, and fitness from 2019 - 2022.
Elsewhere in the hotel, Yuliya Dyugay has been promoted to spa manager, previously assistant spa manager and spa supervisor with the hotel. Now in the top role, she will oversee all planning, development and programme implementation in the hotel's wellness department.
A mystic destination combining luxurious spa experiences with the authentic healing traditions of Java, Jumeirah Bali has welcomed an experienced wellness therapist from Australia, Paula Choi. In her role as the resort's in-house wellness consultant, Paula has curated a comprehensive programme of land- and water-based activities specifically designed to complement Uluwatu's newest wellness destination, including private and group yoga, tai chi, aquatic and acupuncture sessions, complimentary weekly wellness talks, and private wellness consultations.
As the Cluster Spa Director of Waldorf Astoria Cancun, Sanchez is responsible for all day-to-day operations and ensuring the spa is a welcoming and high-performance environment for guests.
Arch Amenities Group, a full-service global provider of wellness, amenity and meeting services for commercial and residential properties, hotels and private clubs, today announced the appointment of Blake Feeney, a luxury spa industry veteran, as vice president of development, spa.
Grand Hyatt Vail, Vail's premier ski-in/ski-out resort, is pleased to announce the appointment of Miki Hirakawa as spa director. A seasoned spa executive, Hirakawa brings proven expertise, caring leadership and enthusiasm to Grand Hyatt Vail. Joining Grand Hyatt Vail with over 18 years of spa experience within the global Hyatt Hotels team, Hirakawa is no stranger to the hospitality industry. Hirakawa started her Hyatt career at the Hyatt Regency Waikiki as a licensed aesthetician and later moved to the Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort & Spa for corporate management training. In 2013, Hirakawa transitioned to Hyatt Key West where she spent her time as the spa and concierge manager and was later promoted to assistant spa director for Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach.
The Imperial New Delhi is pleased to announce the appointment of Athini Kashe. Reckoned in the industry for managing tailor-made wellness experiences, she has a rich history in luxury hospitality and is known for spearheading some of the best spas across India. She also enjoys the reputation for forming high performance oriented spa and beauty teams across many luxury hotels and is now the Head of Spa, Salon and Wellness at The Imperial New Delhi.
Hay Creek Hotels is delighted to announce Spa H, a full-service spa located within the forthcoming Hotel Hartness in Greenville, South Carolina, and the appointment of Tammi Johnson as spa manager. Situated within the 449-acre award-winning Hartness community, Hotel Hartness will offer an idyllic retreat in proximity to downtown Greenville. Managed by Hay Creek Hotels, the property, as well as Spa H, is set to open winter 2023.