MIAMI BEACH, Fla. � Oct. 28, 2010 � Coral Hospitality proudly announces the appointment of Craig Martin as managing director of Gansevoort Miami Beach, anchored at the sophisticated end of Collins Avenue in South Beach and renowned for its chic, modern luxury. 

Martin brings more than three decades of national and international senior-management level experience to Gansevoort Miami Beach. Most recently, Martin was chief operating officer of Sunset Resorts in Jamaica where he was outwardly involved in marketing and sales, and managed quality control programs, budgets and organizational structure internally. 

Previously, Martin held the position of consultant at both Northern Quest Casino and Coconut Bay Resort, simultaneously. Here, he worked to develop master plans for both resorts, including, construction, operations and training. Prior to that, Martin was general manager at El Conquistador Resort & Casino in Puerto Rico where he oversaw the hotel�s marketing team. Martin entered the hospitality field with Hyatt Hotels and Resorts, first in New York and then in New Jersey. Martin�s previous experience encompasses an impressive list of properties, including: Atlantis Resort and Casino, in Nassau, Bahamas; Hyatt Regency in Lake Tahoe, Nevada; and Rose Hall Resort and Country Club in Montego Bay, Jamaica. 

Over the past 30 years, Martin has acquired integral knowledge of the hospitality industry. "We are delighted to have a professional of Craig's caliber and proven background on the team as managing director at Gansevoort Miami Beach,� Lee Weeks, chief executive officer of Coral Hospitality, said. "The resort has significant untapped potential and Coral Hospitality is taking it to the next level through Craig's leadership.� 

Gansevoort Miami Beach boasts a luxurious, spirited vibe that is all South Beach and its SOBE style fusion of minimalist opulence and Art Deco influences create complete beachfront elegance for the �see and be seen.� The resort complex is an all-in-one destination, showcases 340 spacious rooms and suites including privileged amenities such as two exquisite restaurants, STK and Philippe, a rooftop bar and lounge, exclusive nightclub Louis, ultra-private beach cabanas and more. 

For more information, call Gansevoort Miami Beach at 1-866-932-6694 or visit www.gansevoortmiamibeach.com. Gansevoort Miami Beach is located at 2377 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, Fla. 33139.