Cayman’s Kimpton Seafire Resort + Spa has appointed Virgil M. Napier to its team in the role of Director of Sales & Marketing.

Napier comes to the Grand Cayman resort from the Resort at Pelican Hill in Newport Beach, CA, bringing with him more than 15 years of experience in the hospitality industry.

With specialties in revenue management, group sales and luxury leisure sales, Napier will lead all sales and marketing initiatives for Kimpton Seafire Resort + Spa’s growth.

Kimpton Seafire was named Caribbean Hotel of the Year in 2016 by Caribbean Journal.

Napier’s experience includes time as Director of Sales & Marketing at upscale properties such as Rosewood at Baha Mar, W Retreat & Spa Vieques Island and Viceroy Anguilla, along with his years as Director within the Ritz-Carlton Hotel Co.

“Virgil’s track record with well-respected luxury properties speaks for itself,” said Steven André, General Manager of Seafire. “His passion and sales and marketing expertise are a perfect fit for Kimpton Seafire Resort + Spa as we move forward this year.”

— Dana Niland, CJ Contributor