Joanna Barnett

Fairmont Windsor Park and the Arora Group have announced the appointment of Joanna Barnett as its new General Manager…

With an impressive career spanning three decades in the luxury hospitality industry, Joanna Barnett brings deep expertise and strong leadership to her new role at the countryside property. Barnett joins Fairmont Windsor Park following a 12-year tenure at The Grove, a prestigious country estate and hotel in Hertfordshire. Most recently, she served as Hotel Manager, overseeing the property's operations, group sales, and revenue management, driving significant growth and delivering exceptional guest satisfaction.

Her journey at The Grove began in 2013, during which she progressed through a series of senior leadership roles, including Director of Events and Food & Beverage, and Director of Events. Prior to her career at The Grove, Barnett honed her skills at The Landmark London, where
she held key leadership positions, including Events Director and Director of Event Sales, during her 11-year tenure.

She began her journey in hospitality at two of London's most iconic establishments, The Savoy Group and The Berkeley, laying the foundation for her distinguished career in luxury hotels. Barnett's extensive experience in operational excellence, team leadership, and guest satisfaction aligns seamlessly with Fairmont Windsor Park's commitment to providing world-class luxury experiences.

Barnett succeeds Ryan Nicholls, who has served as General Manager since March 2022 and now takes on the role of Project Development Director at the Arora Group, based at the Group's Head Office.