Viceroy Hotel Group is pleased to announce the appointment of Martin Kipping as the General Manager of Viceroy Zihuatanejo, the exclusive beachfront resort in Zihuatanejo, Mexico. Mr. Kipping comes to Zihuatanejo from the Viceroy Hotel Anguilla, in Anguilla, BWI, where he was the resort manager.
?Martin?s intimate understanding of Viceroy?s tradition of excellence and high standards, combined with his proven ability to enhance the guest experience, make him the ideal candidate to guide Viceroy Zihuatanejo to greater success,? said Bill Walshe, CEO of Viceroy Hotel Group.
Mr. Kipping has more than 16 years of luxury hospitality management experience. He began his hotel career in Washington D.C. and went on to serve in various positions at Four Seasons properties in Nevis, Boston, Costa Rica, and Las Vegas.
?Viceroy Zihuatanejo already is recognized as one of Mexico?s top resorts, located on one of the country?s most beautiful beaches, but my goal is to take the property to an even higher level,? said Mr. Kipping. ?I?m very excited about creating innovative new programs and services that will wow our guests.?
A native of Germany, he attended Les Roche International School of Hotel Management in Bluche, Switzerland, earning a degree in Hospitality Management. He is a member of the Epicurean Charitable Foundation Las Vegas, a non-profit organization committed to enriching the lives of deserving and talented local students who are passionate about a career in hospitality or the culinary arts and to making a difference in the community.