Radisson Aruba Resort, Casino & Spa Appoints New Vice President And Managing Director

Radisson® Hotels & Resorts today announced the appointment of Gary Jutz to the position of vice president and managing director responsible for operations at its showcase property in Aruba, the Radisson Aruba Resort, Casino & Spa, in alignment with an established succession plan for the hotel. The hotel is in the process of interviewing candidates to fill the role of General Manager, which will report directly to Jutz, who brings 38 years of experience in the hospitality industry to the newly created position. Jutz will also lead several special projects for the Radisson brand.

Most recently, Jutz served as General Manager for the Aruba property, leading its efforts to achieve AAA Four Diamond status for both the property and its signature restaurant, Sunset Grille. Prior to that role, Jutz was general manager of the Radisson Waikiki Prince Kuhio Hotel, in Honolulu, Hawaii. Jutz has also held the general manager position at the Radisson Plaza Hotel at Mark Center in Alexandria, Va. and with the Hyatt Corporation at hotels in Nashville, Atlanta and Savannah. Jutz holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Hotel/Restaurant Administration from Washington State University and an Executive Management degree from the Kellogg University Graduate School of Management. Jutz is a member of the Executive Board for the Aruba Hotel and Travel Association and has been recognized with more than 100 awards for personal and organizational achievement, including General Manager of the Year, Ten Best Hotels List, and four Gold Key Awards.

“Promoting Jutz to this new position is a testament to his proven leadership skills and demonstrates the high value we place on this showcase Radisson resort and its management leadership,” said Fredrik Korallus, executive vice president and chief operating officer for Radisson Hotels & Resorts. “The Radisson brand is committed to maintaining our presence in Aruba and providing visitors with an unforgettable vacation experience for years to come.”

“I am excited by the challenge of this new role and dedicated to helping this marquis property achieve even more recognition from both the hospitality industry and our valued guests,” said Jutz. “As a AAA four diamond property, The Radisson Aruba Resort, Casino & Spa represents the upscale style of hospitality offered by the Radisson brand.  With the help of the talented team of more than 400 employees at the resort, I am confident that we will continue to deliver the highest quality Radisson guest experience.”

Over the next two years, the Radisson Aruba Resort, Casino & Spa will undergo a $35 million renovation project that will include all guest rooms, the Grand Caribbean Ballroom and the hotel’s 15,000 square feet of meeting space. Throughout the renovation process, the resort will continue to provide award-winning service and amenities, including the Larimar Spa, which was recognized by Condé Nast Traveler in 2007 as a “Hot Spa” location.