Exclusive Resorts has appointed longtime company veteran and current COO Cathy Ross as its new CEO.
“Cathy has played an invaluable and strategic role in the growth of the company as we’ve significantly enhanced our club—providing an improved experience for our members that is more flexible and offers more destinations and unique travel options,” says the company’s current CEO Philippe Bourguignon. “Her dedication to the company, proven track record as a leader, and deep understanding of what matters to Exclusive Resorts members makes her the perfect choice to lead the company.”
Bourguignon will remain with the company as its executive co-chairman of the board with Steve Case, the company’s majority owner.
“Thanks to Philippe’s leadership, there has never been a better time to be an Exclusive Resorts member,” says Case. “And as every great leader should, he has identified and cultivated great executive talent. Elevating Cathy to this new role was an easy decision, and I look forward to working with Philippe as my new co-chairman, as he remains laser focused on creating and enhancing the company’s long term vision.”
Ross has more than 30 years of hospitality and real estate experience. After joining the company in 2003 as senior vice president of real estate, she was directly responsible for the development and oversight of the club’s portfolio. She was appointed as COO in 2014.
“Over the past 12 years I’ve had the tremendous opportunity to be right in the middle of a huge transformation in luxury travel,” says Ross. “None of this would have been possible without our great team and incredible members, and I look forward to working with them as we propel the company forward into this next phase.”
