WHY IT RATES: Kevin Bryant has a long history of success with Fontainebleau Miami Beach and its parent company Turnberry Associates. —Janeen Christoff, TravelPulse Senior Writer

Fontainebleau Miami Beach has announced the appointment of Kevin Bryant as executive director of sales for the iconic Miami Beach property.

Following nearly a decade of service at the hotel, Bryant returns to Fontainebleau Miami Beach to lead the sales team and maximize new revenue opportunities at the 1,504-room, 22-acre oceanfront resort.

“We are thrilled to have Kevin Bryant take on a new role as executive director of sales,” said Philip Goldfarb, president and chief operating officer, Fontainebleau Miami Beach.

“Combining years of hotel experience with a demonstrated understanding of our property, Kevin will play an important role in the growth and success of Fontainebleau Miami Beach,” said Goldfarb.

After holding the position of director of sales and revenue management at Fontainebleau Miami Beach, Bryant served as corporate director of revenue management at Fontainebleau’s parent company, Turnberry Associates, where he was responsible for creating a new revenue management structure and culture across the hospitality portfolio. He also served on the asset committees for numerous properties across Turnberry Associates’ portfolio.

Additionally, Bryant has held positions at Boca Raton Resort & Club as director of revenue management and Registry Report as marketing and revenue manager.

Bryant holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Ball State University.

SOURCE: Fontainebleau Miami Beach press release.