Hospitality Veteran Laura McIver to Lead Scottsdale’s Award Winning Resort & Destination Spa
Scottsdale, Arizona (Feb. 3, 2025) — Sanctuary Camelback Mountain, A
Gurney’s Resort & Spa [1] has announced Laura McIver as their new
Managing Director. With over three decades of experience in the
hospitality industry, McIver will lead the award-winning resort’s best
known for its storied history, world-class spa and outdoor programs,
exceptional dining experiences and more.
Throughout her long-standing career, McIver has held the General Manager
position for over fifteen years at several highly acclaimed hotels and
resorts spanning across California and Arizona. These include El Encanto
in Santa Barbara, Miraval Resort in Tucson, Shutters on the Beach in
Santa Monica, Rancho Valencia in Rancho Santa Fe, and, most recently,
Stanly Ranch in Napa. McIver’s deep industry knowledge and commitment
to deliver unparalleled guest experiences have earned her recognition as
a distinct leader in the industry, and Sanctuary’s team could not be
more excited for McIver’s return to Arizona.
“We are pleased to welcome Laura to the Gurney’s family,” says
Michael Nenner, President & Chief Operating Officer of Gurney’s
Resorts. “Her philosophy aligns seamlessly with Sanctuary Camelback
Mountain and Gurney’s Resort’s dedication to creating authentic and
memorable experiences for guests, and her ability to foster meaningful
relationships with this resort team will make for an exceptional culture
here at the resort for years to come.”
As the Managing Director of Sanctuary Camelback Mountain, McIver will
oversee the daily operations of the resort’s management team; ensure
successful execution of resort experiences and activities; lead and
manage efficient workplace culture and maintain the highest standards
of guest service that has earned the resort its acclaimed reputation
over the years as a Gurney’s property.
For more information about careers at Sanctuary Camelback Mountain, A
Gurney’s Resort & Spa or to book a stay, please visit
www.gurneysresorts.com/
Property imagery can be accessed here [4].
ABOUT SANCTUARY CAMELBACK MOUNTAIN, A GURNEY’S RESORT & SPA:
Sanctuary Camelback Mountain, A Gurney’s Resort & Spa, is a luxury,
historic resort with 53 acres of lush desert featuring manicured
grounds, gardens, pools, and award-winning facilities. The property’s
current offerings include a 12,000-square-foot spa, fitness center,
swimming pools, tennis and pickleball courts, 110 casitas and suites,
and eight private mountainside villas with sweeping views of the
area’s natural vistas. The resort’s dining offerings include creative
seasonal menus with fresh, local ingredients. The property offers
thoughtful amenities and services to create a seamless and
relaxing guest experience. For more information, please
visit www.gurneysresorts.com/
ABOUT GURNEY’S RESORTS:
Gurney’s Resorts are luxury, full-service hotels found at premier travel
destinations. The waterfront havens provide luxury lodging in Montauk,
New York and Scottsdale, Arizona. Born on Montauk’s most pristine
stretch of oceanfront real estate, the collection now includes Gurney’s
Montauk Resort & Seawater Spa and Sanctuary Camelback Mountain, A
Gurney’s Resort. All locales feature well-appointed accommodations,
elevated dining, sumptuous spas, sparkling pools, expansive grounds, and
thousands of square feet of indoor and outdoor space for weddings and
events. The Residences at Gurney’s deliver the most unique ownership
opportunity in the Hamptons, offering the experience of oceanfront
living coupled with the unmatched amenities of Gurney’s Montauk Resort &
Seawater Spa. For more information, please visit www.gurneysresorts.com
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