Joseph Polito will serve to the position of Regional Director in Southern Asia for MSPA International, a leading spa operator in Asia-Pacific region. In his new role, Joe will oversee all MSpa activities in Thailand, Southeast Asia, India, the Maldives, and Sri Lanka. He will be instrumental in maximizing existing business as well as leading future development for the group.

Joe brings with him a wealth of experience and a career that has seen the opening and management of some of the most celebrated luxury resorts and spas in the world. Most recently, Joe was the opening General Manager of the prestigious ‘Hotel De la Paix’ in Siem Reap, near the world famous ancient city of Angkor. The hotel opened to international acclaim and garnered several awards including one of the best new Hotels, Spas and Restaurants in the annual Conde Nast Traveler Magazine Hot list.

A graduate of The Restaurant School at Walnut Hill College, Philadelphia and the Culinary Institute of America, New York, Joe started his career at the Mayfair Regent, New York City. He then moved to Asia with Amanresorts where he re-launched the renowned Strand Hotel in Rangoon, Burma prior to a stint with the Amanpuri in Thailand and eight years as General Manager at several Oberoi resorts in Indonesia, Egypt and India.

Steve Conquy, COO of MSpa International commented “Joe brings with him a passion for excellence and a wealth of experience which will ensure a sense of style and service that is second-to none. His experience and excellent management skills will ensure MSpa’s strong consolidation and development South Asia”