Westgate Resorts Announces General Manager Appointments at Flagship Properties in Orlando and Park City
Jun 03, 2025
ORLANDO, Fla. – June 03, 2025 – Westgate Resorts is proud to announce the appointment of Brahim Ait Daoud as the new general manager of Westgate Vacation Villas & Town Center Resort, located in Kissimmee, Florida. Simultaneously, Clay Zellermayer, who previously led the property with distinction, will assume the general manager role at the award-winning Westgate Park City Resort & Spa in Utah.
With more than 28 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Ait Daoud brings a proven record of strategic leadership, operational excellence and guest satisfaction. Most recently, he served as general manager at Westgate Lakes Resort & Spa, where he led a team of over 700 employees, managed a $70 million operations budget and oversaw multimillion-dollar renovations—all while significantly improving guest satisfaction and employee retention.
"Brahim has consistently demonstrated an unmatched ability to lead large-scale operations while driving innovation, team engagement, and world-class guest experiences," said Peter Gianini, senior vice president of Resort Operations at Westgate Resorts. “His vision and leadership are a perfect match for Westgate Vacation Villas & Town Center Resort, our largest destination.”
Ait Daoud has earned multiple “Leader of the Year” honors and was named 2022 Portfolio General Manager of the Year for guest experience across the Westgate portfolio. Fluent in English, Spanish, French and Arabic, he is certified in both community association management and real estate sales, bringing a global perspective and deep operational expertise to his new role.
Zellermayer, an accomplished hospitality leader in his own right, now brings his proven capabilities to Westgate Park City Resort & Spa. Under his stewardship, Westgate Vacation Villas & Town Center Resort achieved new benchmarks in guest experience and operational performance. His transition to Park City signals a strategic focus on strengthening Westgate’s luxury and ski resort offerings.
“Clay’s tenure in Central Florida has been marked by excellence, adaptability, and an unwavering focus on the guest journey,” added Gianini. “We’re thrilled to see him take the reins in Park City and bring the same high-caliber leadership to one of our most prestigious mountain destinations.”
These appointments reflect Westgate’s ongoing commitment to developing talent from within for internal advancement and fostering a leadership culture that spans coast to coast.
ABOUT WESTGATE RESORTS
Westgate Resorts is a diversified hospitality company headquartered in Orlando, Fla., featuring the largest privately held timeshare resort club in the world and a portfolio of more than 60 resort properties. The company offers spacious villa accommodations, world-class amenities, and family-friendly destinations in sought-after locations such as Orlando, Las Vegas, Gatlinburg, Park City, and Myrtle Beach. In 2025, the company expanded its footprint with the addition of VI Resorts by Westgate, enhancing its presence in the Pacific Northwest, Hawaii, Canada, and Mexico. Since its founding in 1982, Westgate has focused on creating memorable vacations and delivering exceptional service, while maintaining a commitment to innovation, hospitality, and community engagement. Whether guests are seeking relaxation, adventure, or a combination of both, the company's 9,000 Team Members provide personalized and value-driven getaways tailored to every traveler's needs. Connect with Westgate Resorts on social media through LinkedIn, Instagram or Facebook and learn more at WestgateResorts.com