Barnsley Resort Announces New Directors of Marketing, Public Relations and Food & Beverage

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. June 05, 2013

June 5, 2013 - Barnsley Resort announced today the addition of new management team members Shelby Taylor, director of marketing and public relations, and Aaron Stiles, director of food and beverage. Possessing strong backgrounds in the luxury hospitality industry, both Ms. Taylor and Mr. Stiles will continue to build upon the standards of service for which the award-winning Barnsley Resort, located just north of Atlanta, is known.(www.barnsleyresort.com)

Now responsible for all marketing communications and public relations for Barnsley Gardens Resort, Ms. Taylor brings more than 15 years of experience with premier hotels within the travel industry. Most recently she was director of public relations for Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village, California, near Los Angeles, a position she held since 2002. As a member of the hotel's pre-opening team, she was responsible for local, regional and national media coverage for the 270-room AAA Five Diamond-rated hotel, along with promotions and marketing communications. In addition, she was responsible for communications for the on-site California Health & Longevity Institute located within the hotel.

Prior to joining Four Seasons Hotels and Resort, Ms. Taylor was the director of public relations for The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua in Maui, Hawaii. Her long tenure with the prestigious company also included an appointment as the corporate public relations manager for The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. at its headquarters in Atlanta. She is a graduate of the University of Georgia with a bachelor of arts in journalism and a major in public relations. In her spare time, she enjoys traveling internationally, dining out and cooking.

Like Ms. Taylor, Mr. Stiles' lengthy career in the hospitality industry features multiple appointments with The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. Most recently, he was the food and beverage director for the Mansion on Peachtree and aided in the re-branding of this property as the Mandarin Oriental Atlanta. Prior to that he worked extensively with The Ritz Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. He opened The Ritz-Carlton Lodge, Reynolds Plantation serving as one of the company's youngest food and beverages managers, operating both casual and fine dining concepts. Before working with the iconic Georgia property, he led the opening of the banquet department at the renowned Ritz-Carlton, Key Biscayne in Miami where he assisted in training and development. His career began with The Ritz-Carlton, Buckhead where he held two management positions. Stiles received his education at the Art Institute of Atlanta.

As director of food and beverage for Barnsley Resort, Mr. Stiles will be creating new signature programs and creative dining experiences at the expansive 3,300 acre property that features The Woodlands Grill and Rice House restaurants, a Beer Garden, and numerous unique outdoor catering and event venues.

Making regular appearances on the Conde Nast Traveler “Gold List,” as well as having been named one of the “World's Best Hotels” by Travel Leisure, Barnsley Resort replicates the charm of an historic English country village just 60 miles north of Atlanta. Located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the resort features 90 luxuriously appointed guest rooms in cottage-style accommodations, and meeting facilities. A world-class selection of on-site activities including a top-ranked golf course, an equestrian program, sporting clays, wing-shooting and hunting at Springbank Plantation - a hunting preserve, a European-style Spa, historic gardens, and museum complement the gracious estate-like setting.

For additional information on Barnsley Resort, please visit www.barnsleyresort.com, www.Facebook.com/BarnsleyGardensResort or call 1-877-773-2447.

About Barnsley Resort
In the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains just 60 miles north of Atlanta, Barnsley Resort welcomes guests into a storybook romantic setting of incomparable service. Encompassing 3,300 acres, the historic grounds offer a unique getaway experience. Originally built as an opulent estate in the 19th century, the grounds have been transformed into a world-class resort. All guests are lodged in private rooms, suites or cottages, all luxuriously appointed with a mix of old-world charm and modern convenience. Whether looking for a relaxing weekend, strategic meeting or an elegant wedding, guests will discover a retreat of privacy and perfection. Amenities include gourmet dining, immaculate gardens, historic ruins, a European-style spa, and exciting recreational choices such as world-class golf, wing-shooting and hunting at Springbank Plantation - Georgia's most unique hunting preserve, and horseback riding along scenic trails. www.barnsleyresort.com.