John Hearns

A seasoned hospitality executive and certified sommelier, Hearns brings an impressive understanding of food and beverage management—particularly within the luxury hotel space—to the team at Viewline Resort Snowmass.

He graduated from Auburn University and began his hospitality career with Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group in Miami before moving to The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua to lead the Operations Excellence Team. Combining keen analytical skills with management experience, Hearns played a pivotal role on the leadership team for the award-winning Taverna Restaurant on the Kapalua resort in 2021. Serving as managing director and general manager, he was responsible for the day-to-day operations, optimizing efficiencies, and leading the business' expansion into an outdoor venue for patrons and groups.