Dual management role at Outrigger
Darren Edmonstone, managing director, Asia-Pacific for Outrigger Enterprises Group, has announced the appointment of John Gerrard to the dual positions of area general manager Australia and general manager of the 409-room Outrigger Surfers Paradise.
In his new roles, Gerrard will oversee the operational and strategic direction of four resorts operated by Outrigger in addition to heading Outrigger Surfers Paradise. Other properties under his direction and located in Queensland’s premier tourist destinations include Outrigger Little Hastings Street Resort and Spa, Noosa; Outrigger Twin Towns Resort, Coolangatta; and Boathouse Apartments by Outrigger at Airlie Beach.
Originally from Sydney, Gerrard has worked extensively throughout South East Asia and the subcontinent. Most recently Gerrard was operational consultant for Temple Tree and Bon Ton Resorts in Malaysia, working alongside the owner on management contracts, strategic direction and identifying operational opportunities.
Marc von Arnim has been appointed general manager at Park Hyatt Sydney.
Marc’s career with Hyatt spans 22 years. He first joined Hyatt Regency Coolum in 1992 and has since held positions in Perth, Melbourne and Sydney, before becoming GM of Hyatt Regency Auckland in 2008.