Bringing more than 20 years of hospitality and culinary experience to the position, Graham will be responsible for leading the resort's marketing, sales and operations efforts, as well as managing the extensive renovations.  "The challenge of running San Ysidro Ranch is the most exciting challenge I could be given.  With the owner's new commitment and dedication to the beautification of the Ranch, we are going to create an environment, and standard of personalized service, that will match and exceed any in the world," said Graham. 

Graham began his career in the hospitality industry working at Maxims de Paris.  In addition, he has served various high-level positions at Four Seasons Regent Hotels and Forte Hotels in Europe.  Prior to his four-year tenure with St. Regis Washington DC, Graham managed the St. Regis Houston and was responsible for positioning the hotel as a five-star AAA Diamond property. 

Having stayed at San Ysidro Ranch on his honeymoon in June 1986 with his wife Michelle, Graham vowed that he would one day return.  "It's a dream come true", says Graham, "the history and natural beauty of the Ranch made such an impression on me that I am truly honored to be asked to come back to help cement The Ranch's reputation as one of the finest experiences in the world."

Graham and his wife will be residing in Montecito. 

A member of the prestigious Relais & Chateaux organization, a collection of small unique, independently owned hotels, resorts and restaurants, the San Ysidro Ranch is located in the exclusive enclave of Montecito, on over 500 acres in the foothills of the Santa Ynez Mountains. The property features 38 luxurious accommodations in 21 cottages, most with private outdoor decks and wood burning fireplaces, a full array of in-room spa treatments, 17 miles of beautiful hiking and walking trails, lush flower gardens, two award-winning restaurants, an organic chef's garden and stunning views of the Pacific Ocean and Channel Islands.