Andaz Gold Coast, JW Marriott, The Vantage Name Key Leaders
Saraid Carey becomes General Manager for Australia's first Andaz, opening this year. Jane Strangman joins as Director of Sales and Marketing, bringing three decades of luxury hotel experience.
Andaz Gold Coast Appoints Leadership Team
Hyatt’s first Andaz Hotel in Queensland, Andaz Gold Coast, has unveiled its leadership team ahead of its opening this year. Saraid Carey takes the role of General Manager. She brings over 22 years of leadership experience with Hyatt Hotels Corporation, spanning Australia and Asia Pacific. Carey previously served as Co-Chair of Women@Hyatt Asia Pacific.
Jane Strangman joins as Director of Sales and Marketing. Stacey Plaine is appointed Marketing Specialist. Steven Rhodes will lead as Director of Food and Beverage. This team prepares the property for its Australian debut.
Experienced Talent Drives New Gold Coast Offerings
Jane Strangman contributes over three decades of luxury hotel, resort, and tourism experience. She previously served as Director of Sales and Marketing at Sheraton Mirage Resort and Spa Gold Coast for eight years. Stacey Plaine brings 14 years of international experience in luxury and lifestyle hospitality brands.
Her career includes roles with JW Marriott, W Hotels, and Mondrian Hotels. Steven Rhodes, Director of Food and Beverage, will oversee the hotel’s dining and social spaces. These include Nove Restaurant and Bar, Vista Lounge, Verde Bar, and the Andaz Pool Club.
JW Marriott Gold Coast and The Vantage Strengthen Teams
JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort and Spa announced Wilbur Tauro as its new Director of Operations. Tauro holds over 15 years of leadership experience across Marriott International, Four Seasons, and Hyatt Hotels. He previously served as Hotel Manager In Charge at Sheraton Resort and Spa, Tokoriki Island, Fiji.
In South Australia, The Vantage, a new luxury accommodation, appointed its General Manager and Head of Brand and Marketing. Bobbie-Jane Skewes joins as General Manager, with Brad Gaylard as Head of Brand and Marketing. The Vantage opens in December.
Implications for Asia-Pacific Wedding Market
These leadership appointments across key Australian properties demonstrate a focus on enhancing guest services and operational excellence. For wedding planners and couples in Asia considering Australia as a destination, these experienced teams reveal consistent, high-quality offerings. The expertise in sales, marketing, and food and beverage signals robust event capabilities.
This strengthens Australia's position as a premier choice for destination weddings and honeymoons, particularly for the discerning Asia-Pacific market seeking established luxury and reliable service.
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