Stephen Sowards

Stephen Sowards is a seasoned hospitality professional with extensive experience in hotel management and finance. Currently serving as General Manager at Auberge Resorts Collection since November 2020, Stephen has a proven track record in upscale hotel operations, previously holding similar roles at notable establishments such as Hard Rock Hotel San Diego and The Don CeSar Beach Resort. His career includes significant positions such as Vice President of Finance/Operations at JRK Hotel Group and Senior Vice President of Finance and Accounting at Viceroy Hotel Group. Stephen's early career at The Ritz-Carlton involved strategic financial oversight across multiple regions, grounded in a Bachelor of Applied Science in Accounting and Finance from Ohio University.