Aaron Parker

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About Aaron Parker

I am a highly motivated, energetic personality that strives to make others smile. A professional by nature, I find joy in coaching others to be their best self. One will find my engagement, demeanor and attitude to be positive and upbeat always. Watch out. It may rub off on you! From retail to hospitality the focus is the same. Provide a quality service that will leave a lasting impression. When done right, clients won’t look elsewhere when the time comes. You often have to make a connection in a short time frame. I welcome and enjoy the opportunity to do just that. It’s what I’ve been trained to do. It started by relocating from Michigan to Minnesota corporately for Gander Mountain, a outdoor outfitter. That led to Toys R Us, where during my time I was involved in a prototype remodel. I was then drawn to Bose signature store at the Mall of America! I was responsible for leading demonstrations to groups showcasing the best audio equipment available. THAT was fun. I ultimately met my Wife in Minnesota. After five years in state we moved to Michigan together. It is there that I began to build my hospitality experience. I joined Amway Hotel Corporation and was fortunate to have been continuously promoted to various managerial roles. From starting in Conference Services learning the art of physical equipment set-up and tear-down to being a Convention Services Manager writing the banquet event orders themselves. Then came Restaurant Manager for the J.W. Marriott, one of three Hotels adjoined by a sky walk and all under the same corporation. This catapulted my exposure to fine dining and outside service. After missing the convention side of the operation I once again rejoined the Conference Services Department. All of those positions assisted me in being selected Villa Director at Peter Island Resort & Spa in the British Virgin Islands. This was my first international, luxury island Resort experience! My largest Villa had sq.ft. of space, personal Butlers and a Chef at your disposal! Unique luxury. I loved it. You would have too. I am again living on an island with the opportunity of a lifetime. Initially acquired as the Overnight Operations Manager for the Grand Wailea Resort & Spa, Waldorf Astoria Maui (winning Leader of the Year - Dec. 2019) I am now a Front Office Manager. As the largest Resort on island, we lead the region in providing a luxury Hawaiian experience like no other. I ensure that every aspect of our 38 acre Resort is dedicated to creating lifetime memories and it’s the best role in the world.