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Joseph Douglas

Hotel General Manager
Quito

Summary

Accomplished Vice President/Hotel General Manager at JW Marriott Quito, adept in strategic planning and team leadership. Demonstrated success in boosting market share and profitability through innovative strategies and operational excellence. Skilled in coaching, mentoring, and fostering diversity, leading to significant efficiency improvements and high client satisfaction.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Vice President /Hotel General Manager

JW Marriott Quito
Quito
09.2015 - Current

E,Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.

  • Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
  • Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
  • Managed budget implementations, employee evaluations, and contract details.
  • Formulated policies and procedures to streamline operations.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
  • Developed and executed strategic plans for business growth and expansion, resulting in 100% increased market share over the past 3 years
  • Collaborated effectively with cross-functional teams on various projects/initiatives aimed at enhancing organizational performance result.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
  • Provided strategic oversight of marketing and promotional campaigns to keep campaigns aligned with overall goals and objectives.
  • Maximized operational excellence mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, and company procedures.
  • Directed comprehensive sales efforts to exceed revenue targets consistently while maintaining customer satisfaction levels.
  • Handled guest complaints and offered complimentary services to maintain high guest satisfaction rates, GSS, ESS, ITR 1 and 2 place over the past 3 years.
  • Introduced process improvements that reduced operational costs while maintaining high-quality standards across all departments.
  • Championed diversity and inclusion initiatives throughout the organization, fostering greater collaboration among teams and departments.
  • Collaborated with senior management to develop strategic initiatives and long term goals.
  • Led cross-functional teams for the successful completion of major projects, resulting in increased efficiency and client satisfaction.
  • Identified opportunities to improve business process flows and productivity.

Director of Operations

Hoteles Oro Verde
01.2013 - 09.2015
  • Oversaw daily operations across multiple departments, front desk housekeeping and food and beverage ensuring seamless coordination and efficient execution of tasks.
  • Managed budgets and resources, optimizing allocation for maximum impact on business objectives.
  • Established and monitored quality assurance standards to achieve operational excellence.
  • Developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency.
  • Oversaw day-to-day production activities in accordance with business objectives.
  • Delivered exceptional customer experiences by implementing strategies focused on meeting evolving needs and expectations.
  • Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
  • Defined, implemented, and revised operational policies and guidelines.
  • Negotiated with vendors, suppliers and other stakeholders to acquire mutually beneficial contracts and agreement.
  • Oversaw successful implementation of operational strategies and policies to drive organizational growth and productivity.

Education

General Manager Program

Cornell School of Hotel Administration Nolan
Ithaca
05.2001 -

Master Certificate in Hotel Management

Cornell School of Hotel Administration Nolan
Ithaca
05.2001 -

Master of Science - Business Innovation

Swiss Business School / Aden
Quito, Ecuador
05.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Industrial And Organizacional Psychology

State University Guayaquil
Guayaquil, Ecuador
05.2001 -

Skills

Team Leadership

Timeline

Vice President /Hotel General Manager

JW Marriott Quito
09.2015 - Current

Director of Operations

Hoteles Oro Verde
01.2013 - 09.2015

General Manager Program

Cornell School of Hotel Administration Nolan
05.2001 -

Master Certificate in Hotel Management

Cornell School of Hotel Administration Nolan
05.2001 -

Master of Science - Business Innovation

Swiss Business School / Aden
05.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Industrial And Organizacional Psychology

State University Guayaquil
05.2001 -
Joseph DouglasHotel General Manager