Four Seasons announces the appointment of Keisha Smith as Executive Vice President and Chief People and Culture Officer, effective since January 6, 2025.
This appointment marks a key milestone for the company as it continues to invest in a people-focused culture to support its strategic growth. Based at Four Seasons’ headquarters in Miami, Keisha Smith will report directly to Alejandro Reynal, the company’s President and CEO.
With over 20 years of leadership experience at major companies, Keisha Smith is a respected figure in the field of Human Resources. Her career includes leadership roles at Tory Burch, News Corp, and Morgan Stanley, where she stood out for her ability to transform organizations and strengthen employee engagement. She also brings her expertise as an Independent Director and member of the Human Capital Committee at Unity Software.
“Keisha brings extensive expertise from her dynamic career, along with a reputation for fostering culture-driven success, making her an outstanding addition to the Four Seasons leadership team.”
“Her commitment to building empowered, strong and thriving teams perfectly aligns with Four Seasons culture and our dedication to our employees, who are at the heart of everything we do. We are thrilled to welcome her to Four Seasons as we continue on our path of strategic growth.” – Alejandro Reynal
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In her new role, Keisha Smith will be responsible for maintaining and enriching Four Seasons’ unique culture, which remains a key competitive advantage for attracting, retaining, and developing world-class talent. She will oversee the strategy and execution of global initiatives in Human Resources, Internal Communications, and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG).
“I am honored to join Four Seasons, a company with a renowned culture that has been at the bedrock of its success for more than 60 years;”
“It is a privilege to join this iconic company at such an exciting time of growth, and to be able to play such a pivotal role in rallying our more than 50,000 global employees around our shared culture and vision for the future.” – Keisha Smith
Keisha Smith joins Four Seasons at a strategic moment, as the company emphasizes sustainable growth and enhanced social responsibility. Through its Four Seasons for Good program, the company is committed to preserving the environments where it operates while making a positive impact on local communities.
A graduate of the University of Virginia with a degree in International Relations and a Hudson Institute Certified Executive Coach, Keisha Smith brings a global perspective and transformative leadership to Four Seasons.
