THE TASMAN WELCOMES NEW GENERAL MANAGER CAROLYN SMITH (Australie)
Nationally acclaimed hospitality leader to helm Tasmania's premier luxury hotel. |
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THE TASMAN WELCOMES NEW GENERAL MANAGER CAROLYN SMITH (Australie)
Nationally acclaimed hospitality leader to helm Tasmania's premier luxury hotel. |
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The Tasman, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Hobart is pleased to announce the appointment of Carolyn Smith as General Manager.
With over two decades of experience in hospitality, Carolyn Smith brings a wealth of expertise to this prestigious role.
Since 2021, Carolyn Smith has served as the opening General Manager of the Courtyard by Marriott Melbourne Flagstaff Gardens, establishing the property as a market leader. She was named GM of the Year 2023 for Marriott Brand Select Brand Hotels in the APEC region, a testament to her strong leadership and work ethic.
A seasoned hospitality professional, Carolyn Smith began her career in 2001 at The Westin Melbourne, venturing to London in 2010 to gain international experience with a role at The Langham London.
Upon returning to Australia in 2014, she led the opening of the Sheraton Melbourne Hotel as Executive Assistant Manager of Rooms. Following this, Carolyn Smith demonstrated exceptional operational leadership as Director of Operations at Sheraton Grand Mirage Port Douglas from 2019, where she implemented strategic changes that drove significant growth for the resort alongside her team.
Carolyn Smith’s appointment at The Tasman marks an exciting new chapter for the hotel, as she brings her track record of operations excellence and innovative leadership to Hobart’s most awarded luxury hotel.
On starting in her position at The Tasman, Carolyn expressed, “I’m thrilled to be joining the team at The Tasman, an icon of Tasmanian hospitality, at this pivotal time in the hotel’s journey, following several remarkable achievements in 2024. I’m looking forward to building on that success in alignment with The Tasman’s commitment to delivering world-class experience while honoring Tasmania's unique heritage and charm.”
Having been named Accommodation Venue of the Year at the 2024 Australia Hotels Association (AHA) National Awards for Excellence, in addition to being named No.49 in the global ranking of The World’s 50 Best Hotels 2024, The Tasman is an outstanding leader in the accommodation and hotel landscape.
These awards recognise the relentless efforts and dedication of the individuals and teams who set the standards for excellence in the industry, of which Carolyn Smith is a valued member.
About The Tasman, A Luxury Collection Hotel Hobart
The Tasman, opened on 17 December 2021, in Hobart, Tasmania, marking the debut of The Luxury Collection by Marriott International in Australia. Centrally located at Parliament Square overlooking Hobart’s historic waterfront, The Tasman is an elegant heritage reconstruction of former state government offices that brings together three eras of design: Georgian, Art Deco, and Contemporary. The Tasman offers 152 guest rooms and suites carefully conceived to showcase the captivating architectural narrative of the site and ensures no two stays are the same. A signature restaurant taking culinary direction from renowned Tasmanian chef, Massimo Mele, cocktail bar, and spirits library, as well as a refined lounge can be found deep within the old sandstone walls. Honouring the riches of its location, The Tasman, connects a pioneering past to a vibrant contemporary culture, where guests are emboldened to explore the epicurean highlights of the city and the wilderness beyond.
About The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts
The Luxury Collection is comprised of world-renowned hotels and resorts offering unique, authentic experiences that evoke lasting, treasured memories. For the global explorer, The Luxury Collection offers a gateway to the world's most exciting and desirable destinations. Each hotel and resort is a unique and cherished expression of its location; a portal to the destination's charms and treasures. Originated in 1906 under the CIGA brand as a collection of Europe's most celebrated and iconic properties, today The Luxury Collection brand is a glittering ensemble of over 120 of the world's finest hotels and resorts in over 40 countries and territories. All of these hotels, many of them centuries old, are internationally recognized as being among the world's finest. For more information and new openings, visit theluxurycollection.com or follow Instagram and Facebook. The Luxury Collection is proud to participate in Marriott Bonvoy, the global travel program from Marriott International. The program offers members an extraordinary portfolio of global brands, exclusive experiences on Marriott Bonvoy Moments and unparalleled benefits including free nights and Elite status recognition.
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