Our team
TIM HARMON, CEO AND FOUNDER
With a wanderlust that knows no bounds, Tim has embarked on remarkable global journeys, from Iceland to South Africa and Japan and everywhere in between in search of authentic, culturally immersive hospitality experiences to guide the Palisades vision. His ultimate goal is to thoughtfully infuse each of our spaces with these experiences and lead the team in doing so.
COLLEEN GRAY, CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
A true industry veteran, Colleen has written most playbooks as it relates to hospitality finance best practices. With decades of experience across international brands like Omni Hotels and JDV Hotels, Colleen is a powerful and positive team leader with a passion for creating meaning behind the numbers.
MATT STUHL, SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT OF OPERATIONS
With 20 years of managing restaurants and hotel F&B operations under his belt, Matt knows when a concept is working and when it is not. His ability to both collaboratively craft and operationalize compelling concepts and lead his team through execution make him an incredible asset to the positioning and growth of our portfolio.
CHRISTINE MORAIRTY, VICE PRESIDENT OF MARKETING & PR
From NYC to Asia, Christine’s 11+ years with W Hotels’ global marketing teams equipped her with a holistic understanding of what it takes to build and translate the brand experience at the property level. Well-versed in all brand and marketing verticals, Christine’s expertise and passion for meaningful storytelling keep Palisades at the forefront while her commercial perspective makes her a key collaborator with revenue, sales, and F&B teams.
KRISTINA MUNOZ, VICE PRESIDENT OF OPERATIONS
Mexico City born and raised, Kristina’s impressive career trajectory catapulted her through every layer of the business from the resorts in Mexico to some of the finest luxury hotels in the US. From certified and celebrated concierge to Vice President of Operations, Kristina has mastered the art of hospitality and delivering impactful guest experiences, passionately leading teams along the way.
KATIE BIONDI, VICE PRESIDENT, PEOPLE + CULTURE
Reaching far beyond traditional HR experience, Katie is a true purveyor of organizational culture. Having played an integral role in bringing corporate culture core initiatives to life throughout Fairmont Hotels for 10 years, Katie’s passion for the human side of the business is ever-present. Her approach ensures the voice of our employees is woven within the larger organizational goals and business objectives, always bringing us back to the essence of hospitality, the heart and soul of the business, our people.
DAVID KURTZ VP, CULINARY
David has lived, dined, and worked in the culinary capitals of the world alongside some of the most esteemed chefs in the most prestigious kitchens. Having developed and run his own successful restaurants, his entrepreneurial spirit and collaborative approach allow him to empower his team of chefs and drive our culinary concepts forward.
NADINE CURTIS, VICE PRESIDENT, DESIGN PROJECT MANAGEMENT
A deeply creative spirit with hospitality design running through her blood, Nadine brings dynamic energy, experience and vibrant vision to Palisades and our individual brands. From running her own design and retail programs in South Africa and Northern California to ala carte Interior Development services throughout the country, she is a true team player, successfully working alongside our 3rd party partners to bring our beloved design endeavors to life.