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Allegiant Announces Paul Berry As Vice President Of Hotel Operations
LAS VEGAS, May 23, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Paul Berry, a veteran hotelier who has managed several of the world's premier luxury resorts, has been appointed vice
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[{"type":"text","content":" LAS VEGAS, May 23, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Paul Berry, a veteran hotelier who has managed several of the world's premier luxury resorts, has been appointed vice president of hotel operations for Sunseeker Resorts, a division of Allegiant Travel Company (NASDAQ: ALGT). \n\n \nBerry is a key member of the leadership team responsible for establishing the strategic direction of Sunseeker Resorts and the company's first property, Sunseeker Resorts Charlotte Harbor, which is currently under construction in Southwest Florida. In his role, Berry will be responsible for guest experience, employee culture and daily management of the Florida hotel. \nPrior to joining Sunseeker Resorts, Berry held a variety of leadership roles at MGM Resorts International properties. Most recently, he served as vice president of hotel operations at ARIA Resort & Casino at CityCenter, which earned the AAA Five Diamond and the Forbes Five Star awards under his management. During his tenure at Bellagio Resort and Casino, Berry helped the hotel maintain its AAA Five Diamond status. \nSuch industry honors are awarded to hotels and resorts that provide a premier guest experience, says Micah Richins, executive vice president and COO of Sunseeker Resorts. Berry undoubtedly will bring that level of excellence and service to Sunseeker Resorts.\n\"Paul is one of the hospitality industry's top leaders. He is an expert at cultivating a culture of excellence, for employees and guests,\" Richins says. \"He will bring the kind of leadership to the team that will make Sunseeker Resorts a world-class destination.\"\nDuring a career that spans more than 30 years, Berry has also served as vice president of guest services and director of guest services for Bellagio, executive assistant hotel manager for Treasure Island Resort and Casino and assistant executive housekeeper of The Mirage, among others. He was an integral member of the opening teams for several major Las Vegas properties including ARIA, Bellagio, Bellagio Spa Tower, Treasure Island and The Mirage.\n\"Sunseeker Resorts Charlotte Harbor will be an integral part of the Southwest Florida community, providing guests with dining and entertainment options, as well as excellent employment opportunities for residents,\" says Berry, who plans to move to Florida later this year. \"I'm looking forward to becoming part of th...