The Lake House on Canandaigua Welcomes New General Manager Alexander Schnoeller
The Lake House on Canandaigua, the Finger Lakes' premier luxury hotel, has welcomed seasoned hospitality executive Alexander Schnoeller as its new general manager. Schnoeller brings more than two decades of global leadership experience with renowned brands including Mandarin Oriental, Nobu Hospitality and JW Marriott.
Schnoeller most recently served as managing director of The Seagate in Delray Beach, Florida, where he led a transformative, multi-million-dollar renovation across the 157-room luxury resort, private Beach Club, re-designed golf course and marina operations. He successfully guided complex stakeholder relationships and elevated the guest experience while driving strong revenue and membership growth. During Schnoeller's tenure, he also oversaw the launch of the 300-seat Bourbon Steak Delray Beach by Michael Mina and was deeply engaged in community partnerships, including major philanthropic sponsorships with Habitat for Humanity.
"With Alex Schnoeller's proven expertise in creating exceptional luxury travel experiences and his strategic leadership skills, he is the ideal choice to guide The Lake House into its next chapter," said Lukus Kindlesparker, CEO of Southbound Consulting Group, asset management entity of The Lake House. "We are confident that, under his guidance, we will continue to enhance the guest experience through innovative programming, elevated service, enhanced culinary offerings, and exciting new opportunities for both our guests and our team."
Before The Seagate, Schnoeller held strategic leadership roles with JW Marriott Nashville, Nobu Hospitality at Eden Roc Miami Beach, the Palms Resort & Casino and multiple Mandarin Oriental properties across Europe, Asia and the United States. Throughout his career, Schnoeller has built a reputation for operational excellence, financial turnaround success and inspiring high-performing teams. He has contributed to achieving top industry accolades, including Triple Forbes Five-Star awards for Mandarin Oriental Las Vegas and has consistently delivered strong revenue gains, enhanced profitability and award-winning guest satisfaction.
"I'm honored to join the stellar team at The Lake House on Canandaigua," said Schnoeller. "This property embodies the very best of lakeside luxury and I'm excited to collaborate with the dedicated team and valued partners who make The Lake House and the Finger Lakes region so special. Together, we'll continue to highlight our world-class amenities, inspired culinary experiences and the distinctive activities that allow guests to fully experience the natural beauty of our setting."
Schnoeller holds an Executive MBA from the Royal Institute of Technology in Australia and a hospitality degree from Hotel School Neusiedl am See. Originally from Austria, he is passionate about creating enriching guest experiences that celebrate local culture, cuisine, and community.
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