Coco Palm names Simone Skinner as new managing director
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- Coco Palm, one of St.
- Lucia’s most cherished boutique hotels, has appointed Simone Skinner as its new Managing Director.
- The move marks a full-circle moment for the hospitality veteran, who launched her career at Coco Palm nearly 20 years ago as Event Manager.
- With over three decades of experience in the tourism and hospitality sector across the Caribbean, Skinner returns to the property with a deep-rooted passion for the industry, a strong focus on team empowerment, and a forward-thinking vision to enhance the guest experience.
- Her leadership résumé includes senior roles at Sandals Golf and Country Club in St.
Coco Palm, one of St. Lucia’s most cherished boutique hotels, has appointed Simone Skinner as its new Managing Director. The move marks a full-circle moment for the hospitality veteran, who launched her career at Coco Palm nearly 20 years ago as Event Manager.
With over three decades of experience in the tourism and hospitality sector across the Caribbean, Skinner returns to the property with a deep-rooted passion for the industry, a strong focus on team empowerment, and a forward-thinking vision to enhance the guest experience.
Her leadership résumé includes senior roles at Sandals Golf and Country Club in St. Lucia and Island Routes Caribbean Adventures in both Jamaica and St. Lucia. She has also held board appointments at Cotton Bay Village and the Saint Lucia Golf Association. Originally from Trinidad & Tobago, Skinner is already making waves at Coco Palm — uplifting team morale with dynamic team-building initiatives and spearheading plans to elevate the hotel’s offerings.
The Coco Palm team has warmly welcomed her return, celebrating her heart-centered leadership style and commitment to innovation.
