September 27, 2007
Ronald Parker Named General Manager at The Ritz-Carlton Club, St. Thomas
St. Thomas, U.S.V.I., – November 14, 2007 – The Ritz-Carlton Club, St. Thomas , recently named Ronald Parker as the new general manager for the oceanfront, fractional ownership property. In his new role, Parker will oversee daily operations for The Club.
“I am delighted to have someone of Ronald’s caliber leading our Ladies and Gentlemen in St. Thomas,” said John Cottrill, senior vice president, The Ritz-Carlton Club and Residences operations. “His 25 years with our organization positions him to deliver unparalleled service excellence to the membership.”
Parker’s experience with the company spans between both field and corporate positions. Most recently, Parker held the position of vice president of purchasing for The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. in Chevy Chase, Md.
He possesses extensive experience in the field including working at seven Marriott International, Inc. properties: Miami and Fort Lauderdale, Fla.; New York and Westchester, N.Y.; Saddlebrook, N.J.; and Atlanta. Additionally, Parker was the regional director of procurement for Marriott and Ritz-Carlton hotels in Atlanta, as well as director of operations for Marriott properties in Atlanta for the 1996 Olympic Games. In 1995, Parker won the Rooms Manager of the Year award while working at the Atlanta Marriott Marquis.
Parker is a graduate of Miami’s Florida International University with a bachelor’s of science degree in hospitality management. A native of New York, Parker and his wife, Pamela, are relocating to St. Thomas.
About The Ritz-Carlton Club, St. Thomas
Located on the eastern tip of St. Thomas on a half-mile stretch of beach, the 105-residence Club provides a luxurious vacation home in paradise – without the maintenance and responsibilities associated with home ownership. Members enjoy personal concierge services, which assist them with their every need prior to and throughout their stay, and the privileged use of the services and amenities available at The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas – including the 53-foot catamaran, Lady Lynsey, and a full-service spa, salon and fitness center. The Club provides deeded, fractional ownership allowing Members and their guests to use a one-twelfth interest, for 21 days annually. Designed as a private club, Members have the opportunity to access their luxuriously-appointed home Club or other Ritz-Carlton Clubs through reciprocal use privileges. Members also have the ability to utilize additional time as available. Nearing sellout, Club membership prices range from $143,000 to $330,000 per interest, depending upon residence type selected.
For more information, please visit www.rcc-stthomas.com. |
