Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers Beach proudly welcomes Bryan Detert as its new director of restaurant operations and Rhonda Decherd as sales and marketing director.
Detert brings a wealth of expertise, leadership and a commitment to excellence to the resort, with an extensive background in hospitality management. His journey to Margaritaville stems from a previous tenure as Regional Manager and Beverage Director at Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Bar, where he drove sales through unparalleled guest service and consistent execution, contributing significantly to the organization’s growth and success. Passionate about food and wine pairings, Detert’s Sommelier Level 3 Advanced Certification brings an extra layer of sophistication to the dining experience at Margaritaville. Additionally, Detert is well-versed in guest service, operational excellence, cleanliness and organization.
“Transitioning from another lifestyle brand grants me valuable insight into the broader guest experience,” said Detert. “Our patrons aren’t merely dining; they’re becoming brand advocates, and I aim to instill this ethos within our team.”
Decherd also brings a rich background in hospitality to Margaritaville Beach Resort, as well as experience in contract negotiation, event planning and revenue optimization. In her prior role as Director of Catering Sales and Convention Services at Mainsail Lodging and Development, Decherd was responsible for contract negotiation, revenue analysis and strategic planning. Decherd earned a bachelor’s degree in resort and hospitality management from Florida Gulf Coast University, and she also graduated from the International Association of Venue School Management and the Disney Approach to Leadership Excellence program. At Margaritaville, Decherd will oversee all aspects of sales and marketing with a focus on driving revenue growth, enhancing guest satisfaction and building strategic partnerships within the community.
“Being a part of this resort’s growth is an absolute honor, and I am eager to dive in and contribute to its continued success,” said Decherd. “With its stunning beachfront location, top-notch dining options and endless opportunities for fun, I can’t wait to help create unforgettable experiences for our guests and play a role in shaping the resort’s bright future.”
Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers Beach looks forward to the continued growth of its restaurant and marketing operations, enriching the guest experience and fostering a culture of excellence.
About Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers Beach
Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers Beach features 254 guest rooms, a beachside Fins Up! Beach Club, and six food and beverage outlets, including signature concepts such as JWB Grill, License to Chill Bar & Grill, and 5 o’Clock Somewhere Bar & Grill. With a retail shop and St. Somewhere Spa, the destination boasts over 5,000 square feet of indoor space and up to 15,000 square feet of outdoor space – perfect for events, meetings, weddings, and more. Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers Beach is owned and operated by TPI Hospitality.
Margaritaville features over 40 hotels and resorts, gaming properties, RV destinations, a cruise line, and over 150 food and beverage venues – as well as real estate communities, a satellite radio station on SiriusXM, consumer lifestyle products, and more. In 2023, Margaritaville Hotels & Resorts was ranked #1 in Guest Satisfaction among Upper Upscale Hotel Brands in the J.D. Power 2023 North America Hotel Guest Satisfaction Study. For more information, please visit www.margaritavilleresorts.com/margaritaville-beach-resort-fort-myers-beach.
