ARDA Recognizes Top Talent Within Grand Pacific Resorts

An award-winning resort management company, Grand Pacific Resorts, celebrates the achievements of its exceptional Associates and Programs after earning recognition in a total of 13 finalist positions at the American Resort Development Association (ARDA) Awards.

Every year, ARDA recognizes timeshare industry professionals and programs for their noteworthy accomplishments and excellence in a range of competitive categories. Grand Pacific Resorts finalists include individual associates as well as company initiatives in a variety of divisions, ranging from Management Administration to Home Office to Advertising and Communications.

1. Category 18 B: Business Administration or Operations Team Resort Operations Administrative Team
2. Category 20B: Owner/Customer Relations Team Grand Pacific Vacation Services 
3. Category 22: Communications Professional or Team MarCom Team
4. Category 24: Human Resources Recruiting Professional or Team People and Culture Team 
5. Category 29: Resort General Manager Shannon Kucharski 
6. Category 31: Resort Department Manager Sam Benavidez
7. Category 32: Resort Operations Team Member Kim Lafferty
8. Category 33: Maintenance Team Member or Manager Ennis Charlie Jackson 
9. Category 33: Maintenance Team Member or Manager Aric Luis 
10. Category 34: Housekeeping Manager Fernando Perez
11. Category 35: Housekeeping Team Member Felicitas Balderas
12. Category 36: Newsletter Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort Newsletter
13. Category 37: Digital Magazine Time Together

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“Once again, our associates and teams at Grand Pacific Resorts have exceeded expectations with their outstanding achievements,” said Nigel Lobo, RRP, Chief Operating Officer of Grand Pacific Resorts. “To be recognized alongside some of the most esteemed names in the industry is an honor and a reflection of our associates’ ongoing commitment to creating memorable experiences worth sharing.”

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Grand Pacific Resorts finalists will travel to Hollywood, Florida in early May to attend the ARDA Conference where winners will be announced, and attendees will enjoy exclusive opportunities for professional development and personal enrichment.

About Grand Pacific Resorts

Grand Pacific Resorts creates experiences worth sharing for 80,000 owner families and tens of thousands of loyal guests every year. With over 20 managed properties spanning from the pristine island of Kauai to the slopes of Park City, along with numerous top vacation destinations across Northern and Southern California, the resort management company customizes its services to preserve the unique experience each location offers. For over three decades, Owners and Guests have valued the heartfelt hospitality as they continue to vacation with Grand Pacific Resorts year after year. For more information, visit GrandPacificResorts.com.