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HONOLULU – OUTRIGGER Hospitality Group today announced the appointment of Ryan Kelly as the new General Manager of OUTRIGGER Honua Kai Resort & Spa. Bringing over 15 years of experience in luxury hospitality, Kelly’s leadership and industry expertise will be instrumental in elevating the guest experience and operational excellence at the family-friendly resort on Maui’s famed Kā‘anapali North Beach.
In his new role, Ryan will be responsible for overseeing the overall operations and management of OUTRIGGER Honua Kai Resort & Spa’s rental program, cultivating an elevated experience for our guests and owners. Ryan will also collaborate with the Honua Kai Community Association to ensure excellent property conditions and foster strong relationships with individual unit owners. He will also work closely with the OUTRIGGER Corporate office to uphold the brand’s standards of excellence in hospitality, guest satisfaction and community engagement.
Kelly comes to OUTRIGGER from The Ritz-Carlton O‘ahu, Turtle Bay, where he led the Rooms Division leadership team. Prior to his time on O‘ahu, he managed rooms division teams at Grand Wailea, a Waldorf Astoria Resort, overseeing front office, housekeeping and guest services operations. Beyond his hospitality leadership roles, Kelly has also gained valuable experience in Maui’s real estate sector, managing luxury properties across South and West Maui. His deep understanding of the island’s tourism and real estate landscape further enriches his ability to drive strategic growth for Honua Kai.
“His passion for hospitality, strategic leadership and commitment to authentic Hawaiian hospitality align with our mission to create unforgettable guest experiences and we look forward to seeing his impact at OUTRIGGER Honua Kai Resort & Spa,” said Carly Clement, Vice President Hawai‘i Vacation Condos by OUTRIGGER.
He holds a bachelor’s degree in International Hotel & Tourism Management from Johnson & Wales University in Rhode Island, and also brings a global perspective on hospitality to OUTRIGGER having studied in Sweden and Italy, where he gained firsthand experience in international hotel operations.
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