- Ramón von Schükkmann has returned to Pine Cliffs Resort as Complex General Manager after 25 years in international luxury hospitality
- He previously served as Complex Director of Sales and Marketing at the resort from 2006 to 2010
- His most recent role was Hotel Manager at The Ritz-Carlton Tenerife, Abama, leading 700 colleagues
- Von Schükkmann will oversee operations, guest experience and strategic direction
- Pine Cliffs Resort is owned by United Hospitality Management Group and forms part of The Luxury Collection
Pine Cliffs Resort has appointed Ramón von Schükkmann as Complex General Manager, marking his return to the Algarve property after more than 25 years of international experience in luxury hospitality. Von Schükkmann has brought extensive senior leadership experience from The Ritz-Carlton, St. Regis and W Hotels to his new role at the European luxury resort.
Von Schükkmann previously served as Complex Director of Sales and Marketing at Pine Cliffs from June 2006 to June 2010, where he played a leading role in the launch of Pine Cliffs Residence. His most recent position was Hotel Manager at The Ritz-Carlton Tenerife, Abama, where he led a team of 700 colleagues and oversaw the restoration of full service operations following the COVID-19 pandemic.
The appointment represents a strategic move for United Hospitality Management Group, which owns the resort. Von Schükkmann will oversee overall operations and strategic direction, focusing on guest experience enhancement and team development. His international career has included senior commercial leadership positions at The St. Regis Washington, DC, W South Beach in Miami, and The St. Regis Mauritius. Pine Cliffs Resort forms part of The Luxury Collection brand portfolio under Marriott International.
Ramón Von Schükkmann shared “taking on the role of Complex General Manager at this iconic resort is a privilege and I am focused on working alongside this excellent team to continue elevating the luxury experience we offer our guests.”
