David Friederich

David Friederich is an accomplished hospitality executive with extensive experience in leadership roles across various prestigious hotel brands. Currently serving as President of Barnsley Resort since April 2019, David previously held the position of Managing Director at HEI Hotels & Resorts, overseeing the transition of the Ritz-Carlton Hotel Buckhead to a Luxury Collection Hotel. David's impressive background includes roles as Corporate Vice President of Operations at Kessler Collection, where responsibilities included managing multiple hotel operations and overseeing properties under development. Other notable positions include General Manager at The Grand Bohemian Hotel Orlando and Managing Director for upscale resorts such as Rancho Valencia and La Valencia Hotel. David began their career with impactful roles at Sea Island Company and Starwood Hotels & Resorts, rounding out a robust portfolio of hospitality management expertise. David holds a Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management from Florida International University.