Fernando Santana Appointed General Manager of Hyatt Centric Key West Resort and Spa
Hyatt Centric Key West Resort and Spa proudly announces the appointment of Fernando Santana as General Manager. Santana brings twenty-eight years of experience to Key West including serving as an interim General Manager at Hyatt Regency Long Beach, Hyatt Regency Aruba Resort, Spa and Casino, and Andaz Wall Street.
“I feel honored to be a part of such an amazing resort and team,” says Santana. “Our travel savvy guests visit Key West with the intention of experiencing the destination and discovering hidden gems. I look forward to applying my years in hospitality to help create the cultural adventure our guests expect, the colleague engagement that will make us the preferred employer in Key West, and the local connections with partners that will help us to benefit our community.”
Santana's extensive career with Hyatt started with Hyatt Resorts in Puerto Rico. Since then, he has worked with thirteen hotels and served as a specialist for twenty franchise hotels. His experience with different brands and destinations gives him a unique understanding of what motivates travelers, and how to turn that into the creation of unforgettable experiences.
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