Executive Team
Neil Markovitz
- MANAGING DIRECTOR
Neil Markovitz joined the Group in 1989. He has been both General Manager of the V&A Hotel and the Ambassador Hotel. His passion for and commitment to the hospitality industry over the years has culminated in him becoming Managing Director of Newmark Hotels. Neil’s main focus is to ensure that the Group remains in line with its vision of adding magnificent properties to its growing boutique portfolio, as well as to continually recognizing and fostering the enormous wealth of talent within the Group. Mission Statement: Develop a portfolio of great hotels that make a difference, not only to our guests, but also to each member of staff.
Andy Nold
- OPERATIONS DIRECTOR
Andy Nold joined the group in May 1993 as General Manager of the Ambassador Hotel. He was instrumental in the up-grading of the Ambassador to a 4-star establishment, as well as in the building of its Executive Suites. Other projects he has been involved in include the refurbishment of the V & A Hotel and the building of Dock House Boutique Hotel & Spa, both situated at the V & A Waterfront. Andy serves as both mentor and guide to all three of the groups hotel managers, as well as heading sales, marketing, revenue management and procurement for the group. He is passionate about growing the group in line with its strategic growth philosophy, and is committed to promoting world-class service excellence. Mission Statement: Love what you do and give and share your knowledge.
Selwyn Veley
- DIRECTOR
A Group Director since 1984, Selwyn Veley’s wealth of experience includes 24 years of directorship and valuable insights into financial management and accounting. He is responsible for providing expertise in the planning, organizing, implementation and control of our clients’ interests.
He also develops in-depth feasibility studies for future developments. He is committed to ensuring that acceptable returns on capital are achieved for our clients. Mission Statement: Develop and expand Newmark’s portfolio of luxury hotels – and continue to grow as we have over the past two decades!
Yamel Uribe
- GROUP FINANCIAL MANAGER
Having joined the Group in February 1998, Yamel oversees, manages and controls important financial tasks and projects across the spectrum of our portfolio. He assists the director and hotel managers with the production and processing of information and reports required during the running of operations. Mission Statement: With direction and motivation, we will reach our destination.
Francis Whitburn
- GROUP HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER
After joining the Executive Team in May 2004, Fran set about creating and streamlining our efficient HR department. Her responsibilities include HR administration, industrial relations, training and development, recruitment and selection, employment equity, BEE, statistics, budgets, new projects and payroll. Mission Statement: We specialize in YOU!
Michelle Ramsay
- GROUP REVENUE MANAGER
After joining the V&A Hotel in 2002 as front office manager, Michelle assisted in developing and guiding a dedicated team. Together, they instilled a culture of achievement, motivating individuals to maximize their potential within the Group. Michelle’s passion for achieving goals in revenue management saw her promoted to Group Revenue Manager in February 2008. She is responsible for maximizing accommodation revenue for Newmark Hotels through the implementation and maintenance of good business practices. Mission Statement: Promote and advance the understanding and use of dynamic pricing and revenue management within the Group.
Lina Nel
- SALES & MARKETING MANAGER
“Ubuntu - we are people through other people”
Lina joined Newmark Hotels in December 2008 and currently heads up the dynamic Sales and Marketing team. Lina has 12 years of marketing experience in the hospitality industry. Her approach to the sales process is distinctly results driven and Lina has a particular interest in developing cutting edge marketing strategies that are based on new and innovative online technologies.
