1. CARLOS M. MOLINET, CHA
As Senior Vice President of the Greater Fort Lauderdale Convention & Visitors Bureau for the
last three years, Carlos M. Molinet has both spearheaded and supported initiatives that make
tourism a $11.4 billion industry for Broward County, Florida.
He has over 25 years of experience in hotel administration, including operations and general
manager positions at properties flagged by Starwood and Wyndham, and lead and area manager
positions at Hyatt and Hilton hotels. Among the prestigious properties he has headed up in the
U.S. and the Caribbean are the Hyatt Pier 66, Westin Providence, Wyndham Old San Juan Hotel
and Casino, and Palmas Del Mar Beach Resort.
Recognized for his leadership by many travel and hospitality organizations, Carlos received
the Hotel Sales & Marketing Association International General Manager of the Year Award in
2009, and the 2010 Leadership Award from the American Hospitality & Lodging Association, in
recognition of his work with the Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association. This year (2015) he
will receive the Profiles in Leadership honor from Leadership Broward.
Prior to becoming Senior VP of the Greater Fort Lauderdale CVB, Carlos served for seven years
on the Tourism Development Council, spearheading ideas, reviewing and voting on the annual
tourism budgets and marketing programs for Broward County.
This combination of experience, recognition and service gives him the unique talents that can
help tourism prosper and grow in Greater Fort Lauderdale. Having been named a Certified Hotel
Administrator (CHA) by the American Hotel & Lodging Association, he thoroughly understands
the business of hotel partners, restaurants and tourism attractions.
He carries the Greater Fort Lauderdale “Hello Sunny” vision and branding in speaking
engagements throughout the county and the nation. His mantra “It all starts with a visit” has
been adopted by economic development groups throughout South Florida.
Entrenched in our community, Carlos serves on the following boards and committees:
• Mission United, Vice Chair of the Advisory Council
• United Way, Outreach Committee Chairman
• United Way, Development Committee Chair of Media & Entertainment
• Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association, Executive Committee 2011-2012
• Broward Chapter of the Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association, Past President & Chair
• Greater Fort Lauderdale Alliance Executive Committee
• McFatter Advisory Council Membership
• Visit Florida Industry Relations Committee
• He is an alumnus of Leadership Broward Class XXVI
Giving and giving back are a part of Carlos’ style. He is
an author and motivational speaker on topics that range
from world-class client service and team building to time/
stress management.
His book “Running through Life, from Adversity to Possibility”
describes the positive attitude he brings to his daily work.
Carlos currently lives in Davie, Florida with his wife, Dr.
Silvia Garcia-Molinet, who is a successful clinical
psychologist. He has two accomplished adult
daughters, Alexandria and Kimberly. Carlos runs
several times per year in races including half and
full marathons. He also runs in support of several
charities, such as the Susan G. Komen Breast
Cancer Foundation, the Leukemia & Lymphoma
Society, and the University of Miami Sylvester
Comprehensive Cancer Center.
MOLINET
Carlos Molinet
Senior Vice President
Greater Fort Lauderdale
Convention & Visitors Bureau
954.767.2469
cmolinet@broward.org