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Randall Gerardo Marin Barrantes

Randall Gerardo Marin Barrantes

Alicante,España

Summary

Accomplished professional with extensive expertise in CRM software literacy, product launch, and business development. Demonstrates strong organisational acumen and proficiency in financial budgeting, HR policies implementation, and regulatory compliance. Skilled in performance monitoring, supply chain management, and technology integration to drive operational efficiency. Committed to adhering to safety regulations while delivering professional training and ensuring seamless market research execution. Aims to leverage skills in a dynamic environment focused on innovation and growth.

Overview

5
5
Languages
1
1
Certification
32
32
years of professional experience

Work history

GENERAL MANAGER

Hilton Garden Inn
Hattiesburg, Mississippi
2023.01 - 2025.01
  • Directed daily hotel operations, combining commercial and financial planning to maximise profitability.
  • Led an all-encompassing 10,000,000 USD hotel renovation programme.
  • Restructured food and beverage department workflows to raise revenue and control costs.
  • Improved housekeeping and front office productivity through tighter scheduling and follow-ups.
  • Developed pricing strategies to increase ADR, RevPAR, and overall profitability.
  • Led and developed a cross-functional team focused on consistent operational excellence.

DIRECTOR OF GUEST SERVICES & OPERATIONS

Hilton San Jose
San Jose, California
2022.01 - 2023.01
  • Directed rooms division and guest services for high-volume hotel operations daily.increase revenue by 11% year over year
  • Coordinated front office and housekeeping teams to maintain consistent standards. Increase NPS 28 points to 96%
  • Managed guest experience through service recovery, reporting, and staff coordination.

COMPLEX DIRECTOR OF HOTEL SERVICES

Waldorf Astoria Casa Marina & The Reach
Key West
2018.01 - 2022.01

* Directed the day-to-day operations of two luxury hotels comprising 461 guest rooms, ensuring exceptional service delivery and operational excellence.
* Spearheaded the successful reopening following a capital investment exceeding USD 100 million, driving operational readiness and commercial performance.
* Eliminated 95% of overtime hours through strategic workforce planning and strengthened operational cost control, significantly improving labor efficiency and profitability.

  • Supervised staff training programmes with focus on skill enhancement.
  • Introduced new marketing campaigns, boosted brand image.
  • Championed change initiatives within the organisation for streamlined operations.

DIRECTOR OF SERVICES

The Kessler Collection
2016.04 - 2018.12
  • Performed Marriott QA auditing at 99.5 %, verifying compliance across service touchpoint.
  • Reduced operational costs by 37 % through targeted process improvements.
  • Improved guest satisfaction markedly through consistent quality checks and follow-ups.
  • Led development and guidance for high-performing teams to raise standards.

Director of Operations

Hyatt Regency
2015.03 - 2016.04
  • Reduced labour cost by USD 225000 through roster scheduling adjustments.
  • Completed Hyatt quality audit checks with 100% compliance outcomes.
  • Improved productivity by aligning daily standards with consistent quality checks.

New Built

Royal Caribbean International
2010.07 - 2015.03
  • Served as Project Manager for Royal Caribbean, initially overseeing major refurbishment projects before transitioning to the Papenburg, Germany office to lead the planning, coordination, and operational setup of new-build cruise ship projects, working closely with shipyards and cross-functional teams to ensure successful project delivery.

General manager

Marriott International
2004.04 - 2010.07
  • Built my career by taking on progressively senior leadership roles across Front Office, Housekeeping, Food & Beverage, and Hotel Operations. This diverse operational background enabled me to develop a well-rounded leadership style, driving my progression into General Manager positions and the successful oversight of luxury hospitality operations.

Inflight manager

United Airlines
Washington Dulles
1992.08 - 2004.04
  • Partnered with HR department to recruit skilled cabin crew members.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews to ensure high standards of service.
  • Spearheaded initiatives on sustainable practices within the aircraft cabin.
  • Facilitated crew communication channels to enhance operational effectiveness.
  • Implemented new training programs to enhance crew performance.
  • Managed food and beverage supplies for improved passenger satisfaction.

Education

Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) - Business Administration

Universidad Internacional de las Américas
San Jose CostaRica
08/1991 - 08/1995

Associate of Science - Hospitality Management

Miami Dade College

Associate of Science - Business Administration

Broward College

Skills

  • CRM software literacy
  • Product launch expertise
  • Professional training delivery
  • HR policies implementation
  • Financial budgeting
  • Organisational acumen
  • Safety regulations adherence
  • Business development
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Performance monitoring
  • Supply chain management
  • Technology integration
  • Market research

Certification

  • USAT Certified Race Director
  • Formación ejecutiva en liderazgo hotelero, operaciones y gestión de calidad
  • Hilton Management training
  • Marriott Leadership training

IDIOMAS

Inglés — Nativo/Bilingüe
Español — Nativo/Bilingüe
Italiano — Intermedio
Francés — Intermedio
Portugués — Intermedio

LOGROS DESTACADOS

Dirección General de Hilton Garden Inn liderando una renovación integral de USD 10 millones., Liderazgo operativo en la reapertura de Waldorf Astoria Casa Marina & The Reach tras una inversión superior a USD 100 millones., Hotel clasificado N.º 1 de 91 en TripAdvisor., Incremento del 52 % en productividad operativa., Reducción del 28 % en costes operativos., Incremento del 48 % en ventas por upselling., Reducción del 95 % en horas extraordinarias., Más de USD 225.000 en ahorro de costes laborales., Reconocimientos AAA Best Housekeeping Award y TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Award.

Timeline

GENERAL MANAGER

Hilton Garden Inn
2023.01 - 2025.01

DIRECTOR OF GUEST SERVICES & OPERATIONS

Hilton San Jose
2022.01 - 2023.01

COMPLEX DIRECTOR OF HOTEL SERVICES

Waldorf Astoria Casa Marina & The Reach
2018.01 - 2022.01

DIRECTOR OF SERVICES

The Kessler Collection
2016.04 - 2018.12

Director of Operations

Hyatt Regency
2015.03 - 2016.04

New Built

Royal Caribbean International
2010.07 - 2015.03

General manager

Marriott International
2004.04 - 2010.07

Inflight manager

United Airlines
1992.08 - 2004.04

Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) - Business Administration

Universidad Internacional de las Américas
08/1991 - 08/1995

Associate of Science - Hospitality Management

Miami Dade College

Associate of Science - Business Administration

Broward College
Randall Gerardo Marin Barrantes