Mark Durliat

CEO & PRINCIPAL

Mark Durliat is driven by his desire to create a legacy of excellence and opportunity where none existed. His ability to identify talented individuals who share his vision has allowed him to achieve exceptional results.

Nikheel Advani

COO & PRINCIPAL

When Nikheel Advani arrived at Grace Bay Club in 2004, his vision was to elevate luxury service at the resort, and redefine exceptional service in the Caribbean.

Internationally acknowledged as one of the most distinguished hoteliers, he possesses an unwavering commitment to personal guest satisfaction — a focus that inspires each member of the Grace Bay Resorts team, and a sensibility that is palpable when on every property that carries the Grace Bay Resorts brand. Through his drive to deliver handmade luxury experiences to guests, Nikheel has transformed how Grace Bay Resorts delivers its elite level of handmade experiences. His vision and commitment to excellence has been extensively recognized. In 2012, he was honored with the ‘Ultimate Hotelier of the Year’ award by Island Destinations. Under his leadership, Grace Bay Club was most recently awarded ‘Member of the Year’ for the team’s outstanding collaboration and partnership amongst the prestigious hotels within Leading Hotels of the World.

As Chief Operating Officer and Principal – Advani has played an integral role in Grace Bay Resorts’ overall growth. He served as the top operational executive in the successful expansion and renovation of Grace Bay Club from a USD 15 million 21-room boutique hotel to a USD 250 million full-service luxury resort with 82 suites and The Estate residences; as well as expanded the brand with The Veranda Resort, West Bay Club, and the exclusive ‘micro resort’ of luxury beach residences, The Private Villa Collection. Today, in addition to the strategic oversight and growth Nikheel provides leadership to the dynamic and influential sales and marketing powerhouse team of Grace Bay Resorts branded properties.

Nikheel holds expertise and insight gained from decades at the helm of some of the most celebrated brands in the industry. He came to Grace Bay Club after serving as Hotel Manager of the renowned Raffles Hotel Singapore, where he also served as the Food and Beverage Champion for the entire Asia Pacific region. Prior to his time at Raffles, he held senior leadership roles in the opening of seven Ritz-Carlton properties, including New York, Singapore and Osaka.

When he’s not managing growth and development, he’s teaching at Cornell University, speaking at Les Roches, and sits on various boards including Leading Hotels of the World and The Bondhi Tree Foundation. He is also an active member in the local community serving on the British Governors Business Advisory Group and is the Vice President of the Turks and Caicos Hotel and Tourism Association. Passionate about training, mentoring and maximizing human potential, Nikheel also serves as the Chairman of the board for the Turks and Caicos International University. Nikheel graduated from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst with an honors degree in Hotel, Restaurant and Travel Administration, and successfully completed the General Manager Program at Harvard Business School.

Michael Brewster

CHAIRMAN & PRINCIPAL

Michael Brewster is the Chairman and Principal of Grace Bay Resorts. A founding partner of Denver-based SV Capital Partners, he was the initial lead investor in the development of Grace Bay Club.

Mike’s extensive expertise with boutique luxury resort properties provided him with the acumen to recognize the exceptional opportunity that was Grace Bay Club. His ability to identify and build remarkable resort destinations is fueled by his three decades of experience as an international developer and investor in real estate markets in Mexico, the Caribbean, Europe and the US. He continues to provide his foresight and insight to the transactions and opportunities that define and determine the future of Grace Bay Resorts.

Earlier in his career, Mike was head of Capital Markets for Republic Financial Corporation, a diverse Investment-Acquisition-Leasing company, and prior to that he was Vice President-Finance at Leprino Food Company, a privately held, billion dollar food manufacturer. Mike received his B.Sc. in Accounting from the University of Evansville and upon graduation was employed with Arthur Andersen & Co.

Thierry Grandsire

Executive Vice President of Operations, grace bay resorts

As Executive Vice President of Operations of Grace Bay Resorts, Thierry inspires in his team exceptional levels of service and a commitment to effective and successful hotel management practices.

Monique Luis

 Senior Vice President of Development and Residential Service

Monique Luis serves as the Senior Vice President of Development and Residential Services at Grace Bay Resorts. She leads the residential and ownership division, driving growth and excellence across the Grace Bay Resorts portfolio. Since joining in 2007, Monique has been instrumental in enhancing the resort’s development initiatives, ensuring a seamless integration of luxury and comfort for residents and guests alike. Passionate about hospitality, Monique’s dedication to Grace Bay Resorts extends beyond her role, as she continually strives to elevate the guest experience. In her personal time, she enjoys curating elegant gatherings, exploring new destinations, and finding joy in animals, literature, and flowers.

Scott Khile

VICE PRESIDENT OF SALES & MARKETING

With 30+ years of experience in the hospitality industry, Scott has an innate ability to identify and develop unique marketing and sales programs that capture the essence of a Grace Bay Resorts property.

Prior to bringing his talent and dedication to Grace Bay Resorts, Scott was the Director of Key Account Management for Sol Melia’s 20 premium hotels and resorts worldwide. He has also held the role of Business Development Manager for GOGO Worldwide Vacations, and several sales management roles with The Travel Corporation. Previously, Scott spent five years traveling, working and living in Africa, the South of France, Germany, India and London. He brings his love of travel to every meeting he has and every marketing program he develops. Scott holds a BA in Business Administration from the University of Washington in Seattle.

Joseph Harvey

VICE PRESIDENT OF FINANCE, GRACE BAY RESORTS

Joseph brought innovation and drive to his previous role as Group Director of Finance and we can expect the same with his newly appointed role as Vice President of Finance for Grace Bay Resorts.

With more than 30 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Joe is a seasoned financial advisor and executive in management and negotiation of varied business operations and complex financial transactions, specializing in luxury properties where he has opened several Five Star Luxury resorts for The Ritz Carlton Hotel Company, Mandarin Oriental, and Conrad organizations.

Christopher Meredith

VICE PRESIDENT OF FOOD & BEVERAGE, GRACE BAY RESORTS

Christopher Meredith, Group Director of Food & Beverage, brings more than 20 years of extensive knowledge in the food and beverage industry to his role, where he is responsible for the management and successful operation of all dining outlets at Grace Bay Resorts’ properties, including Grace Bay Club, West Bay Club and The Private Villa Collection.

Meredith launched his career in the United Kingdom where he rose through the ranks at some of the top Michelin-starred kitchens in the world. At the age of 29, Meredith landed the title of Executive Chef at The Samling Hotel in Ambleside, where he earned his first Michelin Star. He went on to earn his second Michelin Star when he headed the kitchen at Gilpin Lodge, and was named Upcoming Chef of the Year by Relais and Chateaux in 2007.

Meredith went on to hold leadership positions at renowned eateries across the United Kingdom, including Culinary Director at Punch Bowl Inn, which was named Michelin Pub of the Year in 2009 under his supervision, and Executive Chef at Coworth Park, a luxurious five-star country house hotel and part of the iconic Dorchester Collection. Next, he served as Executive Chef at the iconic Sandy Lane resort in Barbados before moving on to the role of Culinary Director at Raffles Seychelles, a luxury resort in the heart of Praslin, where he oversaw ten separate food and beverage outlets and led a team of more than 110 staff members before joining the team at Grace Bay Resorts.

When not in the kitchen, Chris enjoys cycling, squash, motorsports and paddle boarding with his daughter.

Sheba Wilson

VICE PRESIDENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES, GRACE BAY RESORTS

Sheba pursued a degree in Mass Communication with concentration in print journalism at the Barbados Community College but always knew that she was interested in serving and helping people.

On returning to the Turks and Caicos Islands, she took a position as a journalist with the Free Press newspaper but in 2001, Sheba embarked on a new journey by entering the hospitality industry as a personal assistant.

With her love for National Issues and Politics weighing on her, Sheba decided to enter the Political Arena. Sheba has worked in both of former Premier Galmo Williams’ election campaign teams which were very successful. She joined Williams as his personal assistant/advisor in 2004 and worked across three government ministries over nearly six years. In 2010, Sheba rejoined the hospitality industry with the Grace Bay Club as Personal Assistant to the General Manager. The knowledge and experience gained during her years in the public service, propelled her to a course of study in Human Resources and in October 2013, she obtained a Masters’ certification in Human Resource Management from the prestigious Cornell University and currently heads our Human Resources Department as Group Director of Human Resources.

John Hazard

GENERAL MANAGER, grace bay club

John Hazard is the managing director of Grace Bay Club, the brand’s flagship property on the famed Grace Bay Beach. In his role, Hazard supervises all operational aspects of Grace Bay Club including overseeing the completion of its multi-year, multi-million-dollar renovation initiative. With over 20 years of leadership experience within the luxury hospitality industry, Hazard has a remarkable track record. Prior to joining Grace Bay Resorts, Hazard held the position of Vice President of Operations and Asset Management at L+R Hotels in England. In this role, he successfully managed a diverse portfolio of properties across the United States and the Caribbean. His strategic vision and leadership played a pivotal role in the thriving success of these properties. Hazard also served as Operational General Manager at The Ritz-Carlton Turks & Caicos Islands, where he was instrumental in leading the resort’s opening campaign and helped earn the prestigious World Travel Award for the best Luxury Opening of Caribbean’s Leading New Resort in 2021. With a background that also spans key roles with Marriott, such as General Manager of Marriott Grand Cayman, Qatar, and Grosvenor Square, London, Hazard brings a wealth of expertise that aligns seamlessly with the vision and standards of Grace Bay Club.

Franck Chantoiseau

GENERAL MANAGER, ROCK HOUSE

Franck Chantoiseau joined the Grace Bay Resorts family in 2022 as the general manager of Rock House, bringing 20 years of experience working for some of the world’s most respected hospitality brands, including Aman Resorts, where he launched a holistic wellness center and helped to conceptualize new and innovative food and beverage concepts. Chantoiseau also spent time at the Altira Hotel Macau, Melco Crown Entertainment as director of food and beverage, where the hotel was awarded a Michelin Star and 23 Forbes Stars in F&B during his tenure. Chantoiseau received an advanced diploma of business and hotel management from Williams Business College in Australia, and a Master of Business Administration degree from Robert Kennedy College in Zurich, Switzerland. Franck also holds a level II certification from the Wine & Spirit Sommelier Education Trust.

Fred Khoury

GENERAL MANAGER, Point grace

Fred Khoury is a seasoned hospitality professional whose expertise lies in combining marketing acumen with sales experience to strategically position hotels, drive revenue gains, and enhance market share. In his role as General Manager, Khoury supervises all operational aspects of Point Grace, upholding Grace Bay Resorts’ commitment to providing excellent service and guest satisfaction. Khoury will lead Point Grace through its $180 million expansion project. In his most recent role with Magna Hospitality, Khoury provided oversight for hotels across the United States, growing the company through the implementation of successful sales and marketing initiatives. Prior, he served as Regional Vice President of Sales & Marketing at Highgate Hotels. A native of Cyprus, Khoury holds a degree in Hotel & Restaurant Management from College LaSalle in Montreal, Quebec, and is fluent in English, French, Greek, and Lebanese.

Lindy Rigby

GENERAL MANAGER, The West Bay Club

Lindy Rigby is a seasoned hospitality professional with over 17 years in the industry, including eight years with Grace Bay Resorts. Rigby joined Grace Bay Resorts in 2015 as an executive housekeeper, and two years later was promoted to director of guest services at Grace Bay Club, the brand’s flagship property, where he was responsible for ensuring the highest standards of excellence for all guests. As he continued his journey with the leading hospitality management company, Rigby served as executive assistant manager of rooms at Grace Bay Club for eight months before being promoted to his current role as general manager of West Bay Club, the luxury oceanfront boutique resort in Providenciales.  A native of Turks and Caicos, Rigby has worked at several other hotels on the island including Amanyara, Beaches, and The Palms.

Atilla Cimsit

GENERAL MANAGER, South Bank

With nearly 30 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Atilla Cimsit will oversee the pre-opening of South Bank, Turks and Caicos’ newest residential luxury resort and mega yacht marina situated on 31 acres of peaceful shoreline on Long Bay, set to open in late 2023. Born in British Columbia, Canada, Cimsit graduated from Cukurova University in Adana, Turkey with a bachelor’s degree in hospitality management and began his career in the luxury cruising industry with Crystal Cruises. Cimsit continued to expand his hospitality expertise by serving in food and beverage roles with Tigh-Na-Mara Resort and Aviawest Resorts on Vancouver Island. He led the pre-opening of The St. Regis Istanbul before his first stint as a general manager at Qualicum Beach Inn in British Columbia. In 2018, Cimsit moved to the Turks and Caicos Islands and joined the team at COMO Parrot Cay as the private estates manager and subsequently as the director of guest experiences. In his free time, Cimsit enjoys traveling internationally to destinations where he can enjoy water sports and biking.

Tiffany Minnis

GENERAL MANAGER, The Private Villa Collection

Tiffany Minnis is an experienced hospitality professional and the newly appointed General Manager of the Private Villa Collection at Grace Bay Resorts in Turks and Caicos. With a passion for personalized service and a wealth of experience in luxury properties, Minnis is poised to enhance Grace Bay Resorts’ reputation as the go-to destination for discerning travelers.

Having spent five successful years at the world-renowned Grace Bay Club, the first luxury all-suite resort in Turks and Caicos, Minnis brings a wealth of expertise to her new role. She previously served as the VIP Relations Manager, excelling in promoting the resort to travel partners and managing the VIP guest experience. Prior to that, Minnis was the Guest Service Manager at Grace Bay Club. Throughout her career, she has also held positions at other notable properties in Turks and Caicos, including Gansevoort Turks and Caicos, The Regent Grand Hotel Providenciales, Seven Stars Resort & Spa, and COMO Parrot Cay.

Minnis’s experience spans various aspects of luxury hospitality management, including staff training, guest services, event planning, and operational management. Her attention to detail and exceptional leadership skills have ensured seamless and memorable stays for guests under her care. In her free time, she enjoys being an active member of her church’s community outreach team, reading, going to the beach, and spending time with her family.