Mr. Matthews has a distinguished track record in the industry with 40 years of international hotel experience. In his role as vice president of marketing for St. Regis Hotels & Resorts, he was responsible for the marketing efforts to position the company as the premiere global hotel company for five star hotels and resorts. During his tenure in this position the St. Regis brand recognition rose to 77% equal to its major competitor, Four Seasons. Mr. Matthews has held key marketing positions in Foresthills Hotels & Resorts, Rosewood Hotels & Resorts, Inc., The Ritz-Carlton and was an original member of Regent International Hotels.
This experience allows him to apply all his skills and contacts to develop a market position and protect the owner’s investment in the bricks and mortar; coordinating and creating a marketing plan to include advertising, collateral and public relations to realize the hotel’s objectives. In January 2004 Mr. Matthews was named “Luxury Marketer of 2003” by Departures Magazine/American Express.
Michael Matthews previously served as Vice President of Marketing and Sales at Rosewood Hotels and Resorts. He was an original member of Regent International Hotels, where he was Vice President of Marketing and Sales Worldwide from 1979-1993. Mr. Matthews also served as the Vice President for Asia and General Manager of the Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong. and most recently served as Vice President of St. Regis Hotels and Resorts.
