Fairmont Hotels & Resorts has appointed Emma Darby as the Global Vice President of Spa & Wellness to oversee spa and wellness operations across the brand’s 92 properties worldwide. Darby, with over 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry, brings significant expertise from her previous leadership roles at Rosewood Hotels & Resorts, The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Group, and most recently, as Chief Operating Officer at Resense Spas.
A holistic approach to wellness at Fairmont
Darby’s new role focuses on driving holistic wellness strategies across Fairmont’s global portfolio. Her expertise in wellness, combined with her leadership in previous roles, aligns closely with Fairmont’s commitment to offering unique wellness-driven guest experiences. As the spa and wellness landscape continues to evolve, her priorities will include enhancing guest experiences, implementing innovative wellness strategies, and maintaining operational excellence at each property.
“Wellness has always been a personal passion of mine, so I’m thrilled to join a brand like Fairmont that shares this commitment to health and wellbeing and continues to build on such a strong foundation,” – Emma Darby, Global Vice President Spa & Wellness, Fairmont Hotels & Resorts.
Focus on growth and innovation
With 29 new hotels in the pipeline, including Fairmont Red Sea in Saudi Arabia and Fairmont Hanoi in Vietnam, Fairmont is committed to reinforcing its global presence. Darby’s leadership will contribute to the expansion of the wellness offerings in key destinations, ensuring that Fairmont remains at the forefront of wellness innovation.
“Emma’s deep-rooted industry knowledge and experience sets the tone for a dynamic new chapter in the wellness space for Fairmont on a global level,” -Sami Nasser, Global Chief Operating Officer, Fairmont Hotels & Resorts.
Her leadership style emphasizes clarity, collaboration, and a guest-first mindset, fostering a team environment focused on personal and professional growth. Darby will also drive the integration of wellness into the broader guest experience, exploring new ways to enhance overall well-being for travelers.
Driving operational success and guest satisfaction
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is aligning its wellness initiatives with its global growth strategy, ensuring a seamless integration of wellness into the brand’s luxury offerings. As Darby takes on her new role, her leadership will guide the brand’s wellness approach, balancing both innovation and consistency across all properties.
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is poised to further elevate its wellness offerings under Emma Darby’s leadership.
