Brett Skinner

Veteran hotelier, Brett Skinner, is headed for a tropical sea change as the newly appointed General Manager of the dual-branded Adina-Vibe Darwin Waterfront. Brett has more than 20 years of hospitality experience in diverse markets across Australia - including prior experience in the Northern Territory - and brings a strong operational and commercial focus to the role.

In his most recent role, as General Manager of Novotel Newcastle Beach, Brett led strategic operations across rooms, food and beverage, and conferencing - driving business development and fostering team growth. Prior to this, he managed Novotel Darwin CBD, where he successfully increased market share and profitability, engaging closely with local government and industry stakeholders. At Cooinda Lodge Kakadu, he worked collaboratively with Traditional Owners, developing culturally immersive experiences and community-driven strategies.