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Salamander
From the seafoam-painted shores of the Caribbean Sea to the heart of horse and wine country, our hotels and resorts each represent their own distinct character, inspired by exceptional destinations. While different in size, location, and architecture, what ties us all together as one Salamander family is the unwavering core values and shared passion for the hospitality industry among our service professionals. As one united team, we strive to deliver authentic experiences, curating remarkable getaways for our valued guests.
Whether it’s an unexpected hobby, new book recommendation or motivating anecdote, we hope you enjoy learning more about the genuinely inspiring professionals that make up the heart and soul of Salamander Collection.
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Employee Q & A Features
![Nadia Bailey-Atkins](/images/content/stories/nadia-bailey-atkins.jpg)
Nadia Bailey-Atkins
Front Office Supervisor
Half Moon Montego Bay, Jamaica
![Cupcake The Mini Horse](/images/content/stories/cupcake2.jpg)
Cupcake The Mini Horse
Equestrian Brand Ambassador
Salamander Middleburg, VA
![Kamie Olson](/images/content/stories/headshot-1-1-.jpg)
Kamie Olson
Executive Meeting Manager
Hotel Bennett Charleston, SC
![Shea Weerasekera](/images/content/stories/Shea_W_sal.jpg)
Shea Weerasekera
Senior Events Manager
Salamander Washington DC
![Kevin McQuade](/images/content/stories/kevin_m.jpg)
Kevin McQuade
Concierge
Hotel Bennett Charleston SC
![Nathan Kargman](/images/content/stories/nathan-aspen-455x290.jpg)
Nathan Kargman
Executive Sous Chef
Aspen Meadows Resort Aspen, CO
![Phyllis Edgar](/images/content/stories/Phyllis_Edgar_sal.jpg)
Phyllis Edgar
Houseperson
Salamander Washington DC
![Kait Chan](/images/content/stories/sal_story_Kait.png)
Kait Chan
Sales Coordinator
Salamander Middleburg
![Hannah Merenstein](/images/content/stories/Hannah_Merenstein.jpg)
Hannah Merenstein
Catering Coordinator
Salamander Washington DC
![Alicia Richardson](/images/content/stories/aliciaattempt.jpg)
Alicia Richardson
Banquet Bartender
Hotel Bennett Charleston SC
![Savannah Schlesman](/images/content/stories/savannah-schlesman-innisbrook-455x290-2-.jpg)
Savannah Schlesman
Guest Services Representative
Innisbrook Resort Tampa Bay, FL
![Kate Murphy](/images/content/stories/katemurphythumb.jpg)
Kate Murphy
Senior Conference Services Manager
Salamander Washington DC
![Pam Cathcart](/images/content/stories/pam-cathart-aspen-meadows-1-.jpg)
Pam Cathcart
Health Club Supervisor
Aspen Meadows Resort, CO
![Huda Razick](/images/content/stories/huda-razick.jpg)
Huda Razick
Lead Master Aesthetician
Salamander Middleburg, VA
![Nicole Colavito](/images/content/stories/Nicole_colavito.jpg)
Nicole Colavito
Director of Spa and Wellness
Salamander Washington DC
![Billy Oosting](/images/content/stories/billy-oosting.jpg)
Billy Oosting
Senior Golf Sales Manager
Innisbrook Resort Tampa Bay, FL
![Darren Zemnick](/images/content/stories/Darren_salstories.jpg)
Darren Zemnick
Director of Human Resources
Aspen Meadows Resort, CO
![Jenny Greenlief](/images/content/stories/jenny-headshot-455x290.jpg)
Jenny Greenlief
Director of Training
Salamander Collection
![Tashea Lowery](/images/content/stories/tashea-lowery.jpg)
Tashea Lowery
Director of Human Resources
Salamander Collection