ATLANTIC BEACH, Fla. (Feb. 15, 2016) – David Mariotti, a seasoned leader in luxury resort hospitality, has joined the talented team at One Ocean Resort & Spa – Northeast Florida’s chic beachfront boutique resort, located in Atlantic Beach – as the new General Manager. With more than twenty years of industry experience with some of Florida’s top five-diamond-resorts and private clubs, Mariotti will dedicate his talents to amplifying the 193-room, northeast Florida beach resort’s exceptional level of intuitive hospitality, authentic luxury service and revenue growth.
“One Ocean Resort & Spa is the example of best practices in service, management and design among the luxury division of Remington Hotels. I have a great interest in supporting this fantastic resort with only the best professionals in their respective areas of hospitality,” said Sileshi Mengiste, divisional vice president, Luxury Division Remington Hotels. “With Mr. Mariotti at the helm, we ensure continued growth and success for One Ocean. We are honored to have him lead One Ocean and our team of associates.”
Mariotti’s luxury resort management includes more than 12 years as general manager within the private club and hotel properties of Ponte Vedra Inn & Club and The Lodge & Club at Ponte Vedra Beach, Fla. His responsibilities within this position helped Mariotti to establish his now distinctive talents in every aspect of full team leadership, from operations and financing, to marketing and brand culture development. In addition, his passion for the hospitality industry has earned Mariotti the opportunity to serve on the board of multiple industry-related organizations, including his roles as past president and current board member for North Florida Hotel & Lodging Association and St. Johns County Visitors & Convention Bureau (VCB) also known as St. Augustine, Ponte Vedra & The Beaches. Prior to his extensive professional experience, Mariotti obtained a B.S. in business administration with a concentration in management from the University of Florida.