MIAMI BEACH, Fla., June 16, 2015 — The Carillon Hotel & Spa, a world-class beachfront boutique hotel and luxury spa in Miami Beach, today announced that luxury hotelier Lester L. Scott has joined as Managing Director. In his capacity, Mr. Scott will oversee the prestigious resort, including hotel, spa, and food and beverage operations, and will also serve as the liaison for the property’s homeowners associations.
Mr. Scott has more than 26 years of hospitality experience with over 18 years as a senior-level executive working within the luxury hotel market, including The Ritz-Carlton, Capella Hotel Group and Wyndham Luxury Collection. Most recently, Mr. Scott served as General Manager / Director of Hotel Operations in China for the Capella Hotel Group, a luxury hotel management company founded by Mr. Horst Schulze former President / CEO of the Ritz Carlton hotel Company.
“We are thrilled to have someone of Lester’s caliber join our team and oversee The Carillon Hotel & Spa as we continue to elevate and expand upon this exceptional property,” said James Zenni, Chairman of The Carillon Hotel & Spa’s Board of Directors and President and Chief Executive Officer of Z Capital Partners. “Lester brings to The Carillon Hotel & Spa an unparalleled background in the luxury resort industry, having been trained by the world’s most accomplished hoteliers. I am confident that we will be able to capitalize on his extensive industry knowledge as well as in-depth experience in launching and rebranding luxury hotels to enhance this premier oceanfront resort for the benefit of all guests and homeowners.”
Mr. Scott commented, “The Carillon Hotel & Spa is an iconic property and is unlike any other oceanfront resort in that it is managed by a team of industry-leaders and boasts unparalleled luxury amenities, including a renowned spa & wellness facility that is unlike anything else in Florida. I look forward to working with the entire staff to enhance its service-oriented culture by incorporating new services and upgrades to the benefit of all our property’s constituents. This is an exciting time for our property and I am confident that our services, coupled with our diverse amenities, will provide guests with an incredible, world-class experience.”
The Carillon Hotel & Spa is a portfolio company of Z Capital Partners, L.L.C.
