Timbers Resorts has announced the appointment of Austin Watkins, a 25-year hospitality leader, as Global Director of Sales & Marketing – Hospitality. Watkins will lead the sales and marketing efforts for the hotel and residential rental division of Timbers Resorts.

With over 25 years of experience in luxury hospitality, including 15 years with Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, Watkins has led the sales and marketing at several hotels and resorts spanning three countries. Most recently, Watkins was the Regional Director of Sales and Marketing based out of Four Seasons Resort Hualalai in Kona, Hawaii. In this role, Watkins was responsible for the sales and marketing efforts of Hualalai and strategic oversight of the Four Seasons Resorts Hawaii collection including four resorts on four unique Hawaiian Islands.

Prior to Four Seasons, Watkins held a variety of positions with Hyatt Hotels and Ritz-Carlton properties. Beginning his career in hotel operations, Watkins quickly learned the logistics involved with running a successful property. Eventually, Watkins transitioned into sales roles, where his operational knowledge was evident in his achievement of several successful sales and marketing strategies.

“We are thrilled to welcome Austin Watkins to Timbers Resorts,” states Greg Spencer of Timbers Resorts. “The years of experience at a variety of diverse hotels and resorts will prove imperative as he leads the hospitality sales and marketing efforts for our international brand.”

“I am elated to apply my experience at Timbers Resorts and contribute to the exciting growth of this company and brand,” shares Watkins.

A native of Orange County, Calif., Watkins enjoys several sports with a friendly competitive spirit. A personal source of pride is his completion in the 2016 IRONMAN World Championships. Outside of work, Watkins enjoys competing in triathlons, golf and spending time with his wife, Sonia, and his children, Taran and Kavi.

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