MIAMI BEACH, Fla., Sept. 2, 2015 — Carillon Miami Beach, the world-class oceanfront all-suite luxury lifestyle hotel situated on Miami Beach, is pleased to announce the appointment of Ronel Corbin as its new Executive Vice President of Health, Wellness & Spa. A renowned wellness spa expert, Ronel will oversee the growth and strategy of the Spa at the Carillon – the largest luxury wellness spa in South Florida – including top of the line fitness studios and the integrated health and wellness center.
With more than 20 years in the spa industry both in the U.S. and internationally, Ronel brings extensive experience to the iconic Carillon. She is well-versed in every phase of spa development and operations, from concept creation and initial design, to development, implementation, management and training. Most prominent in her professional history, Ronel served as U.S. Senior Vice President for UK-based ESPA International, overseeing North America and South America, including development of the brand, as well as development, training, management, recruitment and operations of ESPA’s renowned spas.
“Ronel’s knowledge and passion for the ever-evolving health, wellness and spa industries will bring striking energy and innovation to the existing resort and spa offerings, and help to establish inventive treatments and programs unlike those at any other spa in South Florida,” said Lester Scott, Managing Director of the Carillon Miami Beach. “Ronel’s creativity and two decades of knowledge will continue to support the hotel’s positioning as the most all-encompassing, lifestyle hotel and spa – redefining the way we vacation.”
Ronel knew early – at age eight – that she wanted to dedicate her life to helping people heal and lead more optimal lives through spa and wellness. Now well-known and respected as a spa professional, she is also a noted Chinese Medicine Physician with a quarter-century of experience in the Holistic Health and Wellness field. She is Nationally Board Certified in both Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine, holds degrees in Natural Health Sciences and as a Doctor of Oriental Medicine. Ronel is licensed as an Acupuncture Physician as a Primary Care Provider with the Florida Department of Health.
Along with her expertise in Oriental Medicine, Ronel is also trained in many therapies and services related to spa, fitness, integrative health and wellness. Her passion about finding ways to help people heal is reflected in every aspect of her work and she strives to bring innovation to the world of wellness spas.
“I believe that spa and wellness are the foundation to a fulfilled, productive and happy life,” says Ronel. “I have an insatiable curiosity to help people to feel better, which motivates me to find a solution to each and everyone’s health concerns. When developing and managing the spa and health operations of the Carillon, I explore every aspect to ensure that they are authentic, purpose-driven healing spaces and deliver services with the goal of optimizing health and longevity and re-energizing the whole person.”
Carillon Miami Beach is a portfolio company of Z Capital Partners, L.L.C. Since acquiring the property, Z Capital has recruited some of the most talented leaders in the hospitality industry, including Managing Director Lester Scott, and Vice President and Executive Chef Fritz Zwahlen.
