Park Hyatt New York Promotes Laurent Ebzant to Area Vice President/General Manager as Major Renovations Unfold

Friday, September 27, 2024

Laurent Ebzant has been elevated from General Manager to Area Vice President/General Manager at Park Hyatt New York, located on the prestigious Billionaires’ Row in Manhattan. This upscale hotel has also confirmed that in his expanded role, Ebzant will collaborate closely with Yvette Edwards, the Senior Vice President of Field Operations at Hyatt, to enhance operational efficiencies across Park Hyatt properties throughout the Hyatt Americas region.

“Laurent’s extensive experience and knowledge of the luxury segment make him an invaluable asset to Hyatt and the ideal executive to take on the new role of Area Vice President,” says Yvette Edwards. “Throughout his career, he has demonstrated a remarkable ability to innovate and has a deep passion for hospitality. We look forward to seeing him flourish in his new role.”

Ebzant’s management approach, noted for its strong emphasis on both team empowerment and superior guest services, will now influence several notable Park Hyatt locations, including those in Toronto, Aviara, Washington D.C., Chicago, Beaver Creek, Buenos Aires, Mendoza, and the soon-to-open Park Hyatt Los Cabos at Cabo del Sol.

Currently, under Ebzant’s stewardship, Park Hyatt New York is undergoing significant renovations to commemorate its decade of operation, signifying a recommitment to its status as a premier hospitality leader in New York. These enhancements include the creation of the luxurious 3,500-square-foot Manhattan Suite atop the 25-story building, relocation of its renowned Rossano Ferretti Hairspa and Spa Nalai, and improvements to other top-tier suites, highlighting the brand’s dedication to modern luxury and expansion, particularly with a new venture in Mexico.

“I am honored to grow my role within Hyatt, and I look forward to enhancing the guest experience at our Park Hyatt properties across the Americas,” says Ebzant. “My new position is a testament to the collective efforts of the teams I have had the privilege of working alongside over the years, especially in New York City. I am excited to further our vision of unparalleled luxury and bring personalized services to life for guests at Park Hyatt hotels.”

Laurent, a Paris native, boasts an illustrious educational background with an MBA in Hospitality Management from the Paris Hospitality School. His first foray into high-end hospitality began in London at the Connaught Hotel, which is favored by the Royal Family for Sunday dining. Since joining the Hyatt family as a night room service attendant at the Hyatt Regency Paris Charles de Gaulle in 1996, Laurent has cultivated a diverse international career across Hyatt hotels worldwide, with the United States being the ninth country he has resided in during his professional journey.