Yvette Thomas-Henry

Chief Hospitality and Service Officer

Yvette Thomas-Henry is an accomplished hospitality industry professional currently serving as the Chief Hospitality and Services Officer at a Private Family Office in the Greater Seattle Area.1 Her career in hospitality spans several decades and includes notable positions at prestigious hotel chains.

Career Highlights

Yvette Thomas-Henry's professional journey includes:

Current Role: Chief Hospitality and Services Officer at a Private Family Office since March 20241
Previous Positions:
- Head of Hospitality & Services at a Private Family Office (August 2023 - March 2024)1
- Regional Vice President & General Manager at Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts (January 2020 - June 2023)1
- Regional Vice President & General Manager at Four Seasons Hotel Atlanta (October 2018 - January 2020)1
- Hotel Manager at Four Seasons Hotel, New York (November 2013 - October 2015)1
- Director of Rooms at Four Seasons Hotel New York (2007 - February 2011)1

Education and Expertise

Yvette pursued her education in the following institutions:

Bachelor's degree in Speech Language Pathology from Pace University
Master's degree in Administration for Human Services from Audrey Cohen College

Her areas of expertise include:

Hospitality Industry
Yield Management
Opera
MICROS
Pre-opening1

Notable Achievements

Yvette Thomas-Henry has achieved several firsts in her career:

First African-American female GM of the Four Seasons Atlanta
First African-American female GM of Four Seasons Nevis
First African-American female Regional Vice President for Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts2

Personal Background

Born in Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas, in the U.S. Virgin Islands, Yvette was raised in St. Croix.2 Her journey into the hospitality industry began unexpectedly when she needed a job to support her studies in New York City, leading her to start at The Plaza Hotel.2

Throughout her career, Yvette has demonstrated strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of the hospitality industry, and a commitment to excellence in guest services and hotel management.