MONARCH BEACH RESORT ANNOUNCES NEW DIRECTOR OF CATERING AND SPECIAL EVENTS

Hector Rubio Joins Management Team of Reimagined Luxury Destination Resort

. June 16, 2016

DANA POINT, CALIF. (June 14, 2016) - The newly reimagined AAA Five Diamond beachside getaway, Monarch Beach Resort, today announced the appointment of Hector Rubio as Director of Catering and Special Events. A seasoned professional, Rubio brings 15 years of industry experience to his new role where he will oversee catering and conference services for the 400-room luxury property. The resort debuted June 1 after a transformative $40 million redesign that includes a new Miraval Life in Balance Spa, distinguishing itself among the Southern California hospitality marketplace.

“We are delighted to have Hector join our team, bringing his flawless execution of world-class events to our property,” said Ian Pullan, vice president and general manager of Monarch Beach Resort. “His passion and dedication to perfecting the finest of details reflects our commitment to an unmatched level of service.”

Most recently, Rubio served as the director of catering and conference services for Four Seasons Resorts Lanai where he was responsible for all stages of social events, meetings and conferences. Prior to that, he served as the director of catering and convention services at The St. Regis Washington, DC. During his time at The St. Regis Princeville Resort, he was twice recognized by the Hawaii Hotel & Lodging Association through “Manager of the Year” nominations. Rubio also held catering and conference services management positions at Windsor Court Hotel, W Los Angeles and Park Hyatt Los Angeles.

“Not only do I have the honor of continuing my career with the terrific team here at Monarch Beach Resort, but I have the fortune of living and working in Dana Point - a destination marked by a dramatic elegance and serene charm,” said Rubio. “It is a dream to be able to help create lasting memories here that guests will cherish long after leaving the property. For this reason, I am confident that I have one of the most rewarding jobs in the world.”

Already an in-demand venue, Monarch Beach Resort offers over 90,000 square-feet of lush botanical gardens, spacious verdant lawns, ocean view terraces and elegant ballrooms as the setting for milestone occasions, both grand and intimate. On-property catering and dining options are available at six ocean-view restaurants, including Chef Michael Mina's acclaimed Stonehill Tavern and the recently opened, Mediterranean-inspired AVEO Table + Bar. A new Miraval Life in Balance Spa, which includes a Drybar and Deborah Lippmann Nail Salon, offers 24 treatment rooms wherein guests may opt for pre- or post-event pampering from a spa menu inspired by the resort's coastal location.

Originally from Puerto Rico, Rubio earned a psychology degree from the University of Puerto Rico. He is fluent in Spanish and English.

To learn more, visit www.monarchbeachresort.com or Facebook.com/MonarchBeachResort. Follow @MonarchBResort on Twitter and Instagram. For more details on the new Miraval Life in Balance Spa at Monarch Beach Resort visit www.MiravalSpaMonarchBeach.com.

About Monarch Beach Resort Monarch Beach Resort, Orange County, California, is an AAA Five-Diamond awarded luxury resort recognized among the best in the world, with panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean and 400 exquisitely appointed guest rooms and suites. This resort, nestled along the coast in Dana Point, features the Robert Trent Jones-designed Monarch Beach Golf Links, a 2016-2017 Gold Medal Resort by Golf Magazine; access to one of the most exclusive beaches in Southern California; three luxurious pools; six ocean-view restaurants including Chef Michael Mina's lauded Stonehill Tavern; and the distinguished Miraval Life in Balance Spa.

About KSL Resorts Founded in 1992, KSL Resorts manages, asset manages and consults for a variety of world class destination resorts with outstanding recreational amenities including spa, golf, tennis and ski. Each is refined yet unpretentious, rich in legacy and genuine in service; including, the Hotel del Coronado (San Diego, Calif.), Beach Village at the Del (San Diego, Calif.), Miraval Resort and Spa (Tucson, Arizona) and the newest addition, Monarch Beach Resort (Dana Point, Calif.).