Tom J. Roelens

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COO | Wynn Al Marjan Island @ Wynn Al Marjan Island
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Ras al-Khaimah, United Arab Emirates, United Arab Emirates
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About Tom J. Roelens

Tom is a dynamic pioneer and an entrepreneurial leader who delivers "best in class" financial, guest experience, and employee service results to owners and all stakeholders. He is adept at building and nurturing high-performance teams of up to 7,000 colleagues, while focusing on guest aspirations and colleague engagement to generate maximum returns. He has extensive experience in operations, ownership engagement, project management, and asset management. With over 25 years of experience in the hospitality industry, he specializes in start-ups and openings, re-imagination and repositioning, transformation and master planning of complex large-scale mixed-use developments, ultra-luxury hotels, integrated resorts, and private residences across North America, Asia Pacific, the Middle East and the Indian Ocean. He currently is serving a second term on the Standards Advisory Committee of Forbes Travel Guide, is proud to be on the Industry Advisory Board of The Emirates Academy of Hospitality Management, and has contributed to two Hospitality publications and as a columnist for HOTELS magazine.

Tom J. Roelens's Current Company Details
Wynn Al Marjan Island

Wynn Al Marjan Island

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COO | Wynn Al Marjan Island
Tom J. Roelens Work Experience Details
  • Wynn Al Marjan Island
    Chief Operating Officer
    Wynn Al Marjan Island Nov 2024 - Present
    Slated to open in early 2027, Wynn Al Marjan Island is located in Ras Al Khaimah in the United Arab Emirates. Developed in partnership with Marjan and RAK Hospitality Holding, it is projected to be the first integrated gaming resort in the MENA region.Wynn Al Marjan Island is being built on one of the exclusive islands in Ras Al Khaimah - an island covering an area of almost 62 hectares and offering a pristine setting with spectacular views of the Arabian Gulf as well as beautiful white sand beaches and a full marina.Wynn Al Marjan Island will include a hotel with 1,542 rooms and suites, exclusive marina-side Villa Estates, a 3.6 hectare poolscape, a luxury shopping esplanade, a five-star spa, 24 restaurants and lounges, a nightlife experience, a wide array of entertainment choices including a theater, a gaming area, and a state-of-the-art events center.
  • Atlantis Resorts
    Managing Director
    Atlantis Resorts Jul 2023 - Nov 2024
    Dubai, Ae
    Atlantis Dubai, a destination unto itself, comprised of two world-class resorts, Atlantis The Palm and Atlantis The Royal, offers an unrivalled culinary collection with 50 restaurants, bars and lounges. Nowhere else on the planet will you find so many celebrity chefs and award-winning restaurants in one location.Pre-opening, Opening and Launch of Atlantis The Royal Resort and Residences. The property positions itself as the World’s Most Experiential Ultra Luxury Resort and was selected in the first global ranking of The World’s 50 Best Hotels as the only hotel in the Middle East, 7 months after the opening. Atlantis The Royal achieved Number 9 on the World’s 50 Best Hotels with the Highest Climber Award in it’s second year of operations. The team also received a Forbes Travel Guide Five Star Award as well as multiple Michelin and Gault&Millau accolades in the property's inaugural year.
  • Atlantis Resorts
    Senior Vice President, Operations And General Manager
    Atlantis Resorts Jan 2020 - Jul 2023
    Dubai, Ae
    Simultaneously headed up the Pre-opening and Opening of Atlantis The Royal whilst leading the team at Atlantis The Palm and managing the expansion of Aquaventure, now the World's Largest Waterpark. A Dubai icon, the 1545-room Atlantis The Palm is the region's ultimate holiday destination offering unforgettable experiences for all ages from thrill-seekers to food lovers and wellness seekers. Atlantis Aquaventure, AZA, with over a hundred slides and attractions is offering unique experiences at Dolphin Bay and The Lost Chambers Aquarium.
  • Four Seasons Hotels And Resorts
    General Manager At Four Seasons Hotel And Residences, Kuala Lumpur
    Four Seasons Hotels And Resorts 2017 - 2020
    Toronto, Ontario, Ca
    Pre-opening/Opening General Manager of the 65-storey Four Seasons Place, a mixed use development with a 209-room hotel, 242 branded private residences with 700 rooms, 27 serviced apartments, 19,000 sq. ft. of function space, 4 restaurants, bar and lounge
  • Four Seasons Hotels And Resorts
    General Manager At Four Seasons Resorts Lana'I
    Four Seasons Hotels And Resorts 2008 - 2017
    Toronto, Ontario, Ca
    Led the total transformation, re-imagination, renovation and re-positioning of the 90,000 acre island after the purchase of Lana’i by Larry Ellison, Executive Chairman of Oracle Corporation. Assisted with the due diligence process, the transition to new island ownership and oversaw a complete metamorphosis of the resorts and destination.Responsible for overall management of two luxury resorts, two prestigious championship golf courses - Manele and Koele, high-end retail stores, on island transportation, rental car operation, adventure and activities operation and remote Sales and Marketing and PR offices in California.The Food & Beverage Division consists of 13 profit centers including the signature AAA Four Diamond ONE FORTY Steak & Hawaiian Seafood restaurant, NOBU LANA'I and Malibu Farm. A conference centre, ballrooms and a wide range of outdoor venues offer over 50,000 sq. ft. of function space.Four Seasons Resorts Lana'iFour Seasons Resort Lana'i, a Forbes Five Star AAA Five Diamond ResortFour Seasons, Lana'i at Koele - now Sensei Lana’i Lana'i Golf, Koele and Manele, a Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course Lana'i Adventure CenterLana'i Archery and Shooting RangeThe Stables at Koele equine experiences, mountain biking and hikingPolaris off-road cultural and adventure ridesFour Seasons Resorts Lana'i Airport Lounge in HonoluluIsland of Lana'i Luxury Transportation and car rental operationsIsland of Lana'i Laundry, Purchasing, Bakery and Pastry operationsLuxury Golf, Men's, Ladies, Tennis, Adventure and Children's Wear, Jewelry Stores
  • Four Seasons Hotels And Resorts
    General Manager At Four Seasons Resorts Maldives
    Four Seasons Hotels And Resorts 2005 - 2008
    Toronto, Ontario, Ca
    Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Landaa GiraavaruFour Seasons Resort Maldives at Kuda HuraaFour Seasons ExplorerSimultaneous construction, pre-opening and opening of Four Seasons Resort at Landaa Giraavaru, Baa Atoll and Four Seasons Resort at Kuda Huraa, North Male Atoll. Managed Four Seasons Resort at Kuda Huraa, North Male Atoll, and Four Seasons Explorer, a luxury cruise experience.
  • Four Seasons Hotels And Resorts
    Hotel Manager At Four Seasons Hotel Newport Beach
    Four Seasons Hotels And Resorts 2003 - 2005
    Toronto, Ontario, Ca
    Directed the daily operations of the Four Seasons Hotel as well as the Food & Beverage operations at the Golf Clubhouse at Pelican Hill. The Food & Beverage Division consisted of seven Food & Beverage profit centers, three Ballrooms and 35,000 sq. ft. of meeting and function space. Managed the Spa construction as well as extensive hotel public area renovations, including front drive upgrades, landscaping renovations, lobby renovation and guest room corridor renovations.
  • Four Seasons Hotels And Resorts
    Executive Assistant Manager At The Regent Jakarta / Four Seasons Regent Residences Jakarta
    Four Seasons Hotels And Resorts 2000 - 2003
    Toronto, Ontario, Ca
    Directed hotel operations and maintenance of the property in a union environment. The hotel also manages the Four Seasons Regent Residences Jakarta, an award winning residential complex with 300 serviced apartments. Managed seven Food & Beverage outlets and 18,000 sq. ft. of meeting and function rooms. Supervised the opening of ‘Lai Ching’, a Cantonese Restaurant, starting from the initial restaurant concept to the interior design as well as launching, promoting and introducing the restaurant to the local market. Directed the Construction and Renovation Management Team after severe floods caused the property to shut its doors in February 2002. The hotel went through an extensive renovation of all basement and ballroom levels.
  • Nusa Dua Beach Hotel & Spa
    Executive Assistant Manager
    Nusa Dua Beach Hotel & Spa 1999 - 2000
    Bali, Id
    Member of the take-over team for The Audley Group, now The Dorchester Collection, of this resort property. Re-branding of the property and implementation of corporate standards, training of over 800 employees.
  • Nusa Dua Beach Hotel & Spa
    Director Of Food And Beverage
    Nusa Dua Beach Hotel & Spa 1997 - 1999
    Bali, Id
  • Intercontinental Hotels Group (Ihg®)
    Assistant Director Of Catering At Intercontinental Hotel Dubai
    Intercontinental Hotels Group (Ihg®) 1996 - 1997
    Windsor, Berkshire, Gb
  • Hilton Hotels & Resorts
    Assistant Director Of Convention & Events At Brussels Hilton International
    Hilton Hotels & Resorts 1995 - 1996
    Mclean, Virginia, Us
  • Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group
    Food & Beverage And Finance Management At Sas Royal Hotel Brussels
    Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group 1992 - 1995
    Brussels, Be
  • Fine Dining Restaurants
    Fine Dining Restaurants And Culinary Operations
    Fine Dining Restaurants 1985 - 1992
    London, Gb
    Pastorale, two star Michelin - Reet - BelgiumAlain Chapel, three star Michelin - Mionnay - FranceThe Paddock, one star Michelin - Keerbergen - Belgium't Oud Konijntje, two star Michelin - Waregem - Belgium

Tom J. Roelens Skills

Resorts Pre Opening Hospitality Industry Hotels Hotel Management Hospitality Food And Beverage Hospitality Management Catering Rooms Division Fine Dining Customer Service Yield Management Culinary Skills Opening Hotels Luxury Customer Satisfaction Strategic Planning Employee Relations Spa Leadership Development Team Leadership Lodging Incentive Travel Coaching Leisure Travel Innovation Management Committed To Customer Satisfaction Employee Engagement Business Analysis Guest Satisfaction Marketing Management Incentive Programs Food Service Guest Service Inspiring Leadership Trusted Business Partner Labor Control Resort Development Change Leadership Employee/labor Relations Union Environment Culinary Golf Course Properties Financial Management Gastronomy Creativity Catering Sales Food Service Management

Tom J. Roelens Education Details

  • Cornell Peter And Stephanie Nolan School Of Hotel Administration
    Cornell Peter And Stephanie Nolan School Of Hotel Administration
    Hotel Real Estate Investments And Asset Management
  • Cornell Peter And Stephanie Nolan School Of Hotel Administration
    Cornell Peter And Stephanie Nolan School Of Hotel Administration
    Managerial Behavior And Team Effectiveness
  • Ghent University
    Ghent University
    Public Relations And Media Management
  • Katholieke Hogeschool Brugge-Oostende
    Katholieke Hogeschool Brugge-Oostende
    Hoger Technisch Instituut / Vives
  • Instituut Voor Voeding, Ter Groene Poorte
    Instituut Voor Voeding, Ter Groene Poorte
    Hotelschool

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Tom J. Roelens attended Cornell Peter And Stephanie Nolan School Of Hotel Administration, Cornell Peter And Stephanie Nolan School Of Hotel Administration, Ghent University, Katholieke Hogeschool Brugge-Oostende, Instituut Voor Voeding, Ter Groene Poorte.

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