"We are pleased to welcome someone of Roger's stature and experience to our team," said Richard C. Kessler, president and CEO.  "With 13 years of hotel management expertise, he brings a wealth of knowledge and tremendous poise to this position."

Prior to joining Grand Theme Hotels, Ploum has worked for several luxury brands across the USA, Europe and Africa. Most recently he functioned as the food & beverage director and operations manager for Disney's flagship, the Grand Floridian Resort & Spa in Orlando. He also served as the director of food & beverage, catering & conventions services for the Chateau Sonesta Hotel in New Orleans and opened Sun International's Palace of the Lost City in South Africa.

Ploum attended the Hotel School The Hague, Institute for Hospitality Management in the Netherlands and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts Degree.

The 115-room, boutique hotel, featuring the natural simplicity of the 1920's Florida wood frame design, its signature "tin" roof, and lighthouse tower, reflects the charm of America's small town inns, while providing exceptional comfort and world-class amenities.  The hotel's interior features a welcoming entrance and lobby with individual sit-down reception desks, hardwood floors, quality millwork, beautiful artwork, conversational sitting and casual bar.  Guests enjoy the pool, Jacuzzi, and fitness center, nearby shops, spa and golf course, as well as the delicious cuisine offered in The Plantation Room restaurant.  For meetings and special events, the hotel offers over 5,000-square-feet of meeting and banquet space.

The Celebration Hotel shares the legendary name and refined standards of Richard C. Kessler's Grand Theme Hotels, a portfolio of unique hotels, each boasting individual architecture and interior design.