Highlands, NC - mAY 18, 2007 - Old Edwards Inn and Spa in Highlands, North Carolina is pleased to announce the appointment of Sheryl O’Brien as Director of Spa Operations. O’Brien, who assumed her role on the 30th of April, brings 15 years experience in fitness, wellness and spa operations to her new position. She will be responsible for all operations at Old Edwards’ 25,000 square-foot spa, including treatment development and managing a world-class, 25-person staff.

Swathed in European-style luxury and an alluring décor, the Spa at Old Edwards Inn is an indulgent retreat in the southern Appalachians offering exclusive products, skincare and spa body therapies from around the world. Dedicated to nourishing the mind, body and spirit, the Spa uses native herbs and botanicals from its own garden for signature treatments like the Sweet Mountain Meadow Cocoon. It also offers complete salon and nail services, personal fitness and a brimming schedule of recreational activities in a range of styles and intensities.

“Sheryl brings an impressive range of experience garnered across the wellness and spa industries, and we look forward to seeing her take the Spa at Old Edwards Inn to the next level,” said Mario Gomez, CEO of the Old Edwards Hospitality Group.

O’Brien joined the Old Edwards Inn from The Ranch Fitness Center & Spa in Ocala, Florida, as Director of the Spa, Salon and Fitness Center. Previously, she was Fitness Team Leader at the Players Club & Spa at Lely Resorts in Naples, Florida and Director of Spa & Fitness at the Naples Bath & Tennis Club, a 4-Star/4-Diamond property also in Naples. O’Brien got her start in 1992 as Fitness Director of the Jewish Community Center in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, whose active membership numbered 2,000.

A native of New Jersey, O’Brien earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Corporate Fitness/Exercise Physiology from the College of New Jersey. She currently resides in Highlands, NC.

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