Ger***per
Education
Barry University
Skills:
Hotels, Event Management
Work Experience:
Director of Catering and Private Events at The River Club of New York
- Location: New York, New York, United States
- Duration: Jun 2022 to Present
- Description: THE RIVER CLUB IS NEW YORK CITY'S PREMIER FAMILY CLUB. OUR CLUBHOUSE BOASTS 2 TENNIS COURTS, 3 SQUASH COURTS (INCLUDING AN INTERACTIVE SQUASH COURT), 1 PLATFORM TENNIS COURT, 2 GOLF SIMULATORS, A POOL, AND FITNESS CENTER. IN ADDITION, THE RIVER CLUB OFFERS SEVERAL DINING VENUES, OVERNIGHT ROOMS, PRIVATE EVENT SPACES, AND A BEAUTIFUL GARDEN PATIO AREA - ALL WITH BEAUTIFUL VIEWS OF THE EAST RIVER.
Director Of Catering Sales at Hôtel Plaza Athénée New York (Closed)
- Location: Greater New York City Area
- Duration: Feb 2016 to Mar 2020
- Description: A Boutique Style Luxury Hotel in Manhattan. Travelers will find classic charm and luxurious amenities at Hotel Plaza Athénée, a full-service luxury hotel located on Manhattan’s Upper East Side. A perfect blend European charm and elegant décor, Hotel Plaza Athénée is characterized by its warm lobby, versatile event spaces, and expert service designed to make each and every stay a memorable one. Hotel Plaza Athénée is a haven for families desiring spacious accommodations and a convenient destination for business travelers in search of a central location. www.plaza-Athenee.com
Regional Director Of Sales And Marketing at Club Quarters Hotels
- Duration: Jan 2014 to Feb 2016
- Description: Club Quarters Hotels is a New York-headquartered developer, owner, and operator of twenty-five 4-star business hotels, totaling 6,000+ beds, located in coveted downtown locations in New York, London, and throughout major U.S. cities. Led key functions, focused on global sales & marketing, membership, groups & meetings, strategy, and ancillary revenue business operations.
Director Of Catering Sales at Club Quarters Hotels
- Location: New York, New York
- Duration: Feb 2006 to Jan 2014
- Description: NY-based Club Quarters Hotels (www.clubquarters.com) builds, owns, and operates private, full-service hotels designed for business travelers, in coveted city center locations throughout the U.S. and London. Led sales team for 5 New York City Hotels.
Candidate Intelligence Report
AI-powered analysis from the perspective of a US hiring director — evaluating career continuity, growth trajectory, and role fit.
Career Continuity & Risk Assessment
There is a gap from Mar 2020 to Jun 2022 (~27 months) between roles, which is a notable break in uninterrupted hospitality leadership experience.
All listed roles stay within hospitality, events, and private clubs, showing strong industry alignment and domain expertise.
Early tenure at Club Quarters Hotels spanned ~8 years, followed by shorter stints (2-4 years) at subsequent employers; overall stable but with mid-career role changes.
Education from Barry University appears general; while not explicitly hospitality-focused, it aligns with leadership and business functions typical in hotel/sales roles. The fit is reasonable but not a direct specialty alignment.
Career Growth Curve
Best-Fit Roles (Top 5)
Senior Director of Catering & Private Events95% fit
Direct alignment with recent responsibilities and demonstrated leadership in events and catering within luxury/hospitality environments.
Vice President of Sales & Marketing - Luxury Hospitality90% fit
Combines strategic sales leadership with marketing and revenue growth, leveraging experience across multiple properties and regions.
Director of Sales & Catering - Luxury Hotels / Private Clubs85% fit
Directly matches core domain expertise in catering sales and event management for luxury properties; potential for scale across portfolios.
General Manager - Luxury Hotel / Private Club80% fit
Cross-functional leadership capability spanning F&B, events, and guest services; suitable for a broader operational leadership role.
Head of Revenue Strategy & Events - Global Hospitality Brand72% fit
Strategic revenue focus with events leadership; suitable for a North America/Global brand seeking integrated revenue and event strategy.
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