Resume

1. LEON BORENSTEIN
535 73rd
Street 2, Miami Beach, FL 33141 • 305-904-2709
corp0001@aol.com
Profile of Qualifications
• Results oriented Executive with 30 years of experience optimizing efficiency and directing daily operations
within world renounced resorts.
• Possesses expertise in food and beverage operations management; proven track record of overseeing
multiple luxury bars, restaurants and banquet halls simultaneously.
• Effective leader who excels in training and directing top-performing teams.
• Skilled in implementing highly effective marketing and process improvement initiatives to substantially drive
company revenue.
• Recognized for enhancing overall customer experience, leading to increased satisfaction and retention.
• Received multiple prestigious awards, including the 5 Diamond Award, Mexico’s Best Hotel (Travel
Channel; 2000) and Best Food and Beverage Operation.
• Possesses linguistic fluency in Spanish, German, Italian, French and Portuguese.
Professional Synopsis
Independent Consultant 2015-Present
• Leverage industry expertise to provide effective consulting to high profile clients including Williams Island
and the Castle Group.
Indura Beach & Golf Resort, Tela, Honduras 2013-2015
Resort Director
• Utilized top-notch leadership abilities and strong organizational skills to oversee all aspects of opening of a
300-acre beachfront resort.
• Strategically managed all project phases; ensured on time, within budget completion.
• Implemented innovative tactics to promote resort services, including a unique 18-hole golf course designed
by Gary Player, a spa retreat and 120 luxury suites.
B Pichilingue Acapulco, Acapulco, México 2009-2013
Executive Director
• Fulfilled key executive level position, overseeing all daily operations for an elite 30+-acre private beach
club.
• Designed and deployed effective marketing strategies to promote luxury apartments and beach/club
memberships; significantly drove company revenue.
• Recognized as Top Beach Club of the Pacific Coast.
Club de Yates, Acapulco, México 2004-2009
General Manager
• Directed daily food and beverage operations within Mexico’s most exclusive and oldest yacht club.
• Streamlined process improvement initiatives, resulting in a 25% revenue increase and a 20% increase in
profits.
Radisson Resort, Acapulco, Mexico 2001-2004
General Manager
• Implemented highly effective process improvement initiatives to turn failing resort into a profitable entity
valuing $18M.
• Demonstrated strong management and organizational abilities while directing food and beverage
operations for 3 restaurants, 5 bars, room service, special events and banquets hosting 800+ people.
• Monitored performance and provided effective coaching for up to 250 employees.

2. LEON BORENSTEIN
535 73rd
Street 2, Miami Beach, FL 33141 • 305-904-2709
corp0001@aol.com
Grand Bay Isla Navidad Resort, Wyndham Resort & Hotels, Manzanillo, Mexico 2000-2001
General Manager, Grand Bay
• Assumed key management position, overseeing 5 Star 5 Diamond resort containing 200 suites, 7
restaurants, 6 bars and multiple banquet areas.
• Designed successful promotional strategies, resulting in worldwide recognition.
• Continually attracted additional clientele; boosted occupancy rates by 50% within 1-year period.
• Oversaw food and beverage operations, as well as daily activities of 250+ employees.
• Recognized by the Travel Channel as Mexico’s Best Hotel (2000).
Previous Positions:
Camino Real Hotel / US HOME, Acapulco, Mexico 1994-2000
General Manager
Fiesta Americana Hotel Group, Acapulco, Mexico 1992-1994
Food & Beverage Director, Acapulco Plaza
Fiesta Americana Hotel Group, Monterrey, Mexico 1990-1992
Food & Beverage Director
Westin Hotels & Resorts, Acapulco / Manzanillo, Mexico 1986-1990
Food & Beverage Director / Assistant General Manager
Education & Professional Development
Hotel and Restaurant Management: Hotel Administration, Munich, Bayern, Germany
Hotel Beruffachschule
Food and Beverage Institute, Westin Hotels & Resorts
Culinary Apprentice, Le Moulins de Mougins, Cannes, France
General Manager Program, Cornell
Food and Beverage License
CAM License
Real Estate License
Public Notary