Industry News: Chawnacee Bryan Named Director of Spa & Fitness at The Biltmore Hotel in Miami-Coral Gables

Chawnacee Bryan will be supervising teams, implementing effective communication, and organizational procedures to deliver premium guest experiences in the spa, salon, and fitness center—while helping boost retail sales

Chawnacee Bryan has been named the new Director of Spa & Fitness at The Biltmore Hotel, a National Historic Landmark Resort in Miami-Coral Gables. She brings more than 20 years of experience in the wellness industry, running 5-star spas along the east coast of the United States. A seasoned hospitality executive with a strong focus on spa and wellness management, Bryan has become an expert in discovering and delivering natural and healing tactics from around the world. 

In her new role, Bryan will be supervising teams, implementing effective communication and organizational procedures to deliver premium guest experiences in the spa, salon, and fitness center—while helping boost retail sales in the Spa’s boutique shop. She studied Psychology, attended Massage Therapy School and the Institute for Integrated Nutrition, and began her career at a renowned 5-star resort in Boca Raton.

The Biltmore Hotel is a national historic landmark located in the exclusive Coral Gables area with close proximity to Miami Beach and downtown Miami.

In addition to Bryan, The Biltmore has added two other directors to its team. Sam Francois is the new Director of Marketing & Communications, who in addition to optimizing current and new revenue streams for the hotel and its amenities, will also oversee public relations and communications efforts while directing all marketing initiatives at the Hotel and its divisions. 

Lara Pavloff is the Hotel’s new Director of Golf, who previously served as the Assistant Golf Professional, and worked her way through the ranks to become Head Golf Professional and Tournament Director. Throughout her tenure at the Biltmore, she has worked on the PGA of America’s apprentice program. She is now a Class A member of the PGA of America and is also a Titleist Performance Institute certified golf professional. 

“Sam, Lara, and Chawnacee have proven talent and expertise in the industry that has impressed us,” says Matthias Kammerer, Managing Director, The Biltmore Hotel. “We look forward to having them as part of The Biltmore team as we work towards ushering in a new era in our industry, particularly for our hotel.”

For more information and to book a treatment, visit the hotel’s website and follow them on Instagram: @biltmorehotel

[Image courtesy of The Biltmore Hotel]

Kamala Kirk is a University of Southern California graduate and has been an editor/writer for more than a decade. She has written for E! Online, Total Beauty, TravelAge West, Malibu Times Magazine, and many more. She resides in Los Angeles and is a proud pug mom. Follow her on Instagram: @kamalakirk