Matthew John Knights holds a Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Administration and Management from Leeds Beckett University, Leeds, United Kingdom, and a Diploma in Pastry and Confectionary from Leicester College, United Kingdom.

Mr. Knights has deep expertise in the hospitality industry. He has nearly 20 years of experience in leadership positions with a number of leading hotel brands as well as Dual Property and Area General Manager roles under Marriott International in Canada, Aruba, and Dominican Republic. Through his strong leadership, Mr. Knights has demonstrated an excellent track record of business achievements and international awards for the properties under his management. Mr. Knights also has extensive international experience in various countries and working with different cultures including North America, Aruba, Dominican Republic, Switzerland, United Kingdom, New Zealand, and Australia.