For the last 33 years, Platinum Circle has honored the careers of the industry’s most venerated designers, architects, owners/operators, purchasers, hoteliers, and restaurateurs, highlighting their influence on hospitality.
A black-tie gala held in November fêted seven industry gamechangers—all of whom possess legacy-making qualities: creativity, vision, integrity, innovation, and passion. In the following five interviews, we shed light on their impact.
Ronnie Bray + Elisa Whaler
Founding Principal + President/CEO, Bray Whaler
The leaders of Denver-based procurement company Bray Whaler share their story
Ken Fulk
President, Ken Fulk
With offices in San Francisco and New York, designer Ken Fulk crafts cinematic interiors that surprise and delight
Neil Jacobs
CEO, Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spa
The Singapore-based hyperpolyglot previously held roles at Four Seasons and Starwood Capital Group
Sheila Johnson
Founder + CEO, Salamander Hotels & Resorts
The entrepreneur began her third act in 2013 when she opened in Salamander Resort & Spa in Middleburg, Virginia
Barbara Parker + Miriam Torres
Co-owners, Parker-Torres Design
The co-owners of Boston-based Parker-Torres Design have worked side by side for nearly two decades