The Singer Oceanfront Resort, Curio Collection by Hilton Welcomes New Leadership

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USA, Singer Island, Florida. November 12, 2025

The Singer Oceanfront Resort, Curio Collection by Hilton, a reimagined beach escape just outside of Palm Beach operated by Davidson Resorts, is pleased to announce the appointment of Derek Shelly as general manager, Jonathan Casals as director of sales and Winston Guerrero as executive chef of signature restaurant Caretta Caretta. The appointments arrive just ahead of the hotel's one-year anniversary celebration in October, which will highlight a milestone opening year with activations for guests and locals to enjoy.

"I am honored to be joining The Singer Oceanfront Resort at such a pivotal time, building on the incredible success of our first year," says Derek Shelly, general manager. "The team has set a remarkable new standard for hospitality on Singer Island, and I am excited to help usher in this next chapter, ensuring every guest discovers a truly unparalleled escape through our culinary concepts, engaging activities and meticulously redesigned guestrooms."

Prior to joining The Singer team, Shelly served as the general manager for Hotel Viking, a historic property in Newport, Rhode Island, operated by Pivot, along with roles as the area general manager for Hyatt Regency Aurora and general manager of Marriott Denver South. In his role as general manager of The Singer, Shelly oversees the hotel's day-to-day operations with a keen focus on growing the hotel's business through creativity, innovation and disciplined execution. As a father of four boys, Shelly is involved in coaching his sons' youth sports teams and works to bring that same leadership mentality and commitment to creating lifelong memories to his role at The Singer.

Alongside Shelly, Casals joins the team as director of sales following previous roles at Le Meridien Dania Beach in Fort Lauderdale and The Westin Fort Lauderdale. With extensive experience in the market, Casals brings a proven track record of driving profitability while fostering collaborative, high-achieving teams to his role. Like Shelly, Casals enjoys instilling the spirit of hospitality into his community and serves as a mentor for youth along with organizing initiatives for the less fortunate.

"Unlike anywhere else in the region, The Singer Oceanfront Resort combines refined, boutique accommodations with standout guest programming and sweeping ocean views for an experience that is both memorable and authentic," says Jonathan Casals, director of sales and marketing. "I am excited to bring my decades of experience to The Singer and help our team create extraordinary events and tailored stays that highlight everything this unique destination has to offer."

Leading The Singer's culinary program to new heights, executive chef Winston Guerrero steps in at Caretta Caretta, Singer Island's only beachfront restaurant which offers a menu of refined coastal fare alongside signature cocktails. Drawing inspiration from his Colombian roots and celebrated career that includes experience cooking at the esteemed James Beard House, Chef Guerrero masterfully combines inventive flavors with locally-sourced ingredients.

"Caretta Caretta is a tribute to our stunning beachfront location and the coastal bounty that surrounds us," says executive chef Winston Guerrero. "My goal is to combine my diverse culinary background with the finest local ingredients, creating an experience where every dish is a memorable, flavorful journey that perfectly captures the spirit of Singer Island."