Marco Island, FL (February 24, 2017) – Hilton Marco Island Beach Resort & Spa announced today the appointment of Vincent Bucci, as its new Managing Director. With an award-winning track record and an extensive background in hotel and food & beverage operations, he will be responsible for ensuring the successful re-launch of the storied 30-year-old resort as it finalizes a $40 million-dollar transformation re-defining island style with modern elegantly designed accommodations, a redesigned pool, and a brand-new dining experience, The Deck at 560 Bar & Restaurant.
“Vincent’s reputation for outstanding leadership and effective management proceeds him, and we know he will bring a new level of luxury service to the Hilton Marco Island Beach Resort & Spa,” said Andrea Olshan, CEO of Olshan Properties.
Bucci offers the team at Hilton Marco Island Beach Resort & Spa more than 37 years of hotel industry experience in the country’s top markets. His roots began at the Adams Mark Hotel in Philadelphia as the food & beverage controller. He was quickly escalated to prestigious managerial positions at The Mayflower Hotel in Washington, D.C. and Morton’s of Chicago in Columbus, Ohio and New York City. Serving in both area and property general manager positions, he held task force positions, developed training programs, and successfully led the transition of multiple hotels including Hyatt Regency Atlanta Perimeter, Hyatt Palm Springs and Doubletree Suites Nashville.
Prior to accepting his role with Hilton Marco Island Beach Resort & Spa, Bucci served as General Manager of the Hyatt Regency Westlake Plaza, where he led operations for the resort-like hotel.
Bucci holds an accounting degree from Peirce College in Philadelphia, and currently resides in Naples, FL with his wife Susan. He is a member of the National Restaurant Association, Certified Food and Beverage Executive – AHLA and he enjoys golf, sports and boating.
“I’m truly appreciative of the opportunity to oversee this beloved property,” said Vincent Bucci, Managing Director of Hilton Marco Island Beach Resort & Spa. “From the warm-hearted staff to the re-defined modern facility, the resort truly epitomizes paradise on the Gulf.”
Hilton Marco Island Beach Resort & Spa looks forward to introducing its guests to the leadership of Vincent Bucci. For more information, please visit www.hiltonmarcoisland.com.
