Ritz-Carlton, Palm Beach Names Brad Cance GM
Cance to Usher in a New Era Following $60mil Hotel Transformation
PALM BEACH, FL, November 21, 2006. The Ritz-Carlton, Palm Beach is proud to announce the appointment of General Manager Brad Cance, as the hotel completes a $60 million expansion this winter. Cance is responsible for managing the hotel's re-opening and daily operations post-opening. He brings a wealth of extensive hospitality experience and strong leadership to Palm Beach.
Cance joins the award-winning resort after two years as General Manager of The Ritz-Carlton, St. Louis. A proven leader with solid management skills, Cance has received accolades for his role in achieving extraordinary employee and customer satisfaction ratings. Cance also served as General Manager, Hotel Manager and in other senior roles at The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort in Naples, Florida and The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago (A Four Seasons Hotel). His background in luxury resort management began with a decade of tenure with Four Seasons hotels in Chicago, Vancouver and Seattle.
'I am eager to lead The Ritz-Carlton, Palm Beach into a new era,' said Cance. 'Our personalized Ritz-Carlton service philosophy offers each guest experiences that will exceed expectations by providing a five-star experience relevant to the Palm Beach lifestyle.'
Cance is a graduate of Michigan State University where he was recruited to play Division One soccer. An avid golfer and wine enthusiast, he devotes time away from the office to his wife Mary Beth and children Harrison and Hunter.
About The Ritz-Carlton, Palm Beach
Located on Palm Beach Island, The Ritz-Carlton is the area's only Mobil Five-Star, AAA Five Diamond luxury resort. Experience the elegant details, sophisticated style, dramatic views, and signature personalized service while enjoying the beautifully landscaped oceanfront property. Located just eight miles from Palm Beach International Airport and the famed shopping of Worth Avenue, the resort is the ideal destination for an authentic Palm Beach vacation.
The completely re-designed property will feature three inspiring new restaurant concepts, an expansive oceanfront terrace offering unparalleled views and evening firepit, imaginative Ritz Kids and Ritz Teens programs, innovative guestrooms and suites and a 28,000 sq. ft. Grand Spa. Guests can start to experience the luxurious additions during this winter season.
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