MAUI, Hawaii
Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort announced the appointment of Michael Jokovich as area vice president and general manager. He will oversee the day-to-day operations of the 15-acre beachfront resort.
Jokovich will be responsible for the vision and development of Andaz Maui and managing all operational aspects at the property including sales, marketing, revenue management, food and beverage and future growth efforts. He will also support other Hyatt properties in Hawaii as well as properties in Texas and Minneapolis.
Joining Hyatt Hotels in 1984, Jokovich brings more than three decades of valued brand and hospitality experience. Most recently as area vice president and general manager of Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort and Spa in Austin, Tex., Jokovich oversaw Hyatt branded properties throughout the central U.S. Prior to that, he was area vice president and general manager to the Grand Hyatt San Francisco.
With an extensive resume and deep roots within Hyatt Hotels, Jokovich is a true asset to the Andaz Maui team. Jokovich’s vast experience and intel spans from overseeing executive housekeeping responsibilities, managing general operations and guest experiences to overseeing numerous hotel and restaurant launches, re-openings, renovations and complete rebrands.
Throughout his career, Jokovich has also lived in Hawaii numerous times, previously serving as general manager of Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa and Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa.
“I’m excited to be back in Hawaii for the fourth time while continuing my journey with Hyatt Hotels at this incredible luxury resort,” said Jokovich. “I’m honored to work at such an innovative hotel that places a huge emphasis on its guest programming, culinary and wellness offerings while staying true to its Hawaiian roots.”
Situated on Maui’s premier southwestern coastline along Mokapu Beach, the 15-acre beachfront Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort features 300 guest rooms and suites, including 10 two- to four-bedroom residential villas along with outdoor infinity pools; a full-service spa, apothecary retail and fitness facility; more than 15,000 square feet of meeting and event space and two restaurants, including Morimoto Maui by acclaimed Chef Masaharu Morimoto.
