Jos'e Carrasco Named Director of Operations for Karisma's Azul
MIAMI, FL, February 5, 2007. Karisma Hotels and Resorts, the premier luxury hotel group in the Riviera Maya, Mexico, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jos'e Carrasco to the position of Director of Operations. With over 24 years experience in the hotel industry, Carrasco has been instrumental in the successful operation of five-star resorts throughout the Caribbean. In his new role, Carrasco will provide operational leadership and new business development for Karisma's Azul Brand Hotels: Azul Blue Hotel + Spa by Karisma and Azul Beach Hotel by Karisma.
Previously, Carrasco was Managing Director of Operations for Sol Melia Hotels & Resorts (Paradisus Puerto Rico, Hotel Melia Caribe Tropical) and AM Resorts (Secrets Excellence Riviera Cancun, Sunscape the Beach). He has also held key management and executive positions in the hospitality industry, including General Manager of resorts in Mexico, Guatemala, St. Kitts, Spain and the Dominican Republic. Carrasco received his Bachelor of Business Administration in Hospitality from Trinity College and University in Delaware.