Stonebridge Companies appoints Marco Selva as senior vice president of business development and operations, luxury and lifestyle. With a track record of success in the luxury and lifestyle segment, Selva will focus on expanding Stonebridge’s luxury, lifestyle and resort portfolio in the Southeastern United States, Caribbean and Latin America.
Selva will open a Miami office and leverage his expertise to target high-end projects across the region, according to the company. His appointment is part of the company’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its presence in these dynamic markets. The company is currently working on five projects in the Caribbean and has been recently approved by Marriott as a JW Marriott franchisee operator for an upcoming project in Atlanta, further expanding its luxury portfolio.
“Marco’s appointment marks a significant step forward for Stonebridge as we continue to expand our footprint in the luxury, lifestyle and resort segments in the region,” Rob Smith, CEO and president, Stonebridge Companies, said in a statement. “With my background in the Caribbean and Aruba combined with Marco’s extensive experience and focus on these key markets, we are well-positioned to drive growth in the Caribbean and Latin America. We look forward to building a strong team around Marco in the Miami office to support this exciting new phase of expansion.”
Before joining Stonebridge, Selva held senior roles in business development, operations and strategy at top-tier hospitality firms, including SH Hotels & Resorts, Highgate, Ennismore and luxury brands such as St Regis and Ritz Carlton. His deep understanding of the global luxury and lifestyle segments and extensive experience in the Caribbean and Latin America will assist in growing Stonebridge’s portfolio.
“I am thrilled to join Stonebridge and work alongside Rob and the rest of the Stonebridge team to lead and execute the strategic growth in these exciting regions that I know well,” said Selva. “The Caribbean, Latin America and Southeastern United States represent some of the most dynamic and rapidly evolving markets in the hospitality industry. With my deep experience in these regions, I look forward to leveraging Stonebridge’s expertise and innovative approach to build on existing relationships, identify new opportunities and deliver extraordinary value for our ownership groups.”