Poised for the next level
David Yamada, general manager, Wyndham Kingston, speaks on his vision and plans for propelling the property to greater profitability Published August 3, 2011 Hospitality Jamaica David Yamada The sparseness of his office space resonates with his optimism and the artistic and passionate strokes of confidence that he exudes. David Yamada, general manager, Wyndham Kingston, is both upbeat and confident, taking one of the capital city's premium hotels to the next level. "We are striving to regain the position as the premium property in Kingston and we certainly can be there," Yamada said, adding that Wyndham has the perfect mix. "The property has a nice layout and has both a business and resort feel to it." Yamada, who has worked for leading hotel companies such as Marriott, Starwood (and ITT Sheraton) and now Wyndham, as well as major management companies including Interstate Hotels and Resorts and John Q. Hammons Hotels, LLC, told Hospitalit...