Marianela Atencio

Marianela Atencio boasts extensive experience in human resources and talent management within the hospitality industry. Currently serving as the Director of Talent & Culture at Hotel Californian since March 2017, Marianela previously held the position of Director of People & Culture at Grand Pacific Resorts and Director of Human Resources at Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, among other roles. Notable achievements include overseeing human resources operations for multiple high-profile hotel properties, managing large teams, and advising on employee relations projects. Marianela's diverse expertise spans various aspects of human resources, including recruitment, employee relations, and compliance, across prestigious organizations such as La Valencia Hotel, SMS Marconi, and Hyatt Hotels.