The Sebastian – Vail Appoints John D’angelo as General Manager
The Sebastian - Vail, a luxury mountainside resort and private residence club in the heart of Vail Village, Colorado, has welcomed John D'Angelo as its new general manager. In his role, D'Angelo is responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations of the property and ensuring it continues delivering a five-star experience to both Owners and guests.
"John is a compassionate leader who has consistently demonstrated managerial success in his previous roles," stated Justin Vining, director of operations at Timbers Company. "We confidently selected John to uphold our commitment to providing guests and Owners with a one-of-a-kind luxury experience that presents the best of what Vail has to offer. In addition, John's vast experience, with a specialization in mixed-use resorts with both hospitality and residential elements, will guarantee The Sebastian - Vail's services reflect the charming, international spirit of Vail."
D'Angelo brings more than two decades of hospitality experience, most recently serving as general manager for Grand Hyatt Vail and Residences at Cascade Village. Prior to this role, he held various management positions at esteemed properties such as Wild Dunes Resort; Grand Hyatt Baha Mar, Nassau, The Bahamas; Grand Hyatt Nashville; and Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego, among others. In addition to D'Angelo's commitment to creating exceptional guest experiences, he is also a passionate leader, bringing an enthusiastic and engaging approach towards guiding his teams towards operational excellence.
"The Sebastian - Vail draws people from all corners of the globe," stated John D'Angelo, general manager of The Sebastian - Vail. "It is a sanctuary of vibrancy and excitement, and we are humbled by the history and legacy that define The Sebastian - Vail as an iconic jewel within this renowned ski town."
Aside from his extensive residence club and resort experience, D'Angelo spent his early years traveling as an international piano entertainer. He is fluent in Dutch and lived in the Netherlands from 1998-2002, where he met his wife, Anja. After moving to Vail in 2022, they became active members of the community, enjoying the area's arts, live music, and snow sports.
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