Michael Nenner

Michael Nenner is an experienced hospitality and real estate executive currently serving as the President & Chief Operating Officer at Gurney's Resorts. His career in the hospitality industry spans several decades, with a focus on luxury properties and resort management.1

Career Highlights

Gurney's Resorts: Michael has been with Gurney's Resorts since March 2015, progressing through various leadership roles:

• Executive Vice President (November 2021 - Present): Overseeing operations at four resorts, providing guidance on daily operations, sales and marketing strategies, guest feedback, revenue management, capital improvements, renovations, and acquisitions.1

• Area General Manager (March 2015 - November 2021): Responsible for Gurney's Montauk, Gurney's Newport, and Gurney's Star Island. During this time, he played a crucial role in redeveloping and master planning two historic 90-year-old New York resorts and transitioning the Hyatt Regency Newport to Gurney's Newport Resort & Marina.1

Previous Experience: Before joining Gurney's Resorts, Michael held several notable positions:

• Hotel Manager at Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts (2011-2015): Managed properties in Philadelphia and St. Louis, overseeing daily operations and strategic planning for various departments.1

• Director of Rooms at Sea Island Company (2006-2008): Supervised multiple departments and directed hotel start-up operations following a $250 million renovation project.1

Education and Skills

• Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Education from City University of New York-Queens College (1990-1995).1
• Proficient in English (native) and Spanish (limited working proficiency).1

Michael Nenner's extensive experience in the hospitality industry, combined with his leadership roles at prestigious properties, has positioned him as a respected figure in luxury resort management and operations.