Area Director of Marketing

Denu Hotel & Spa & Ko’a Kea Resort on Poipu Beach

Onsite in Phoenix upon opening of the hotel

Salary Range: $120-140k

Who We Are

Denu Hotel & Spa is a full-service independent destination rooted in wellness, culinary exploration, and modern hospitality. Designed for the discerning traveler, Denu blends holistic spa treatments, curated dining, and lifestyle programming that celebrates place and people.

Ko’a Kea Resort on Poipu Beach, named one of the most romantic resorts in Hawaii, is an oceanfront boutique resort that brings guests closer to the water than anywhere else on Kauai. With award-winning dining, intimate spa experiences, and personalized service, Ko’a Kea is consistently recognized among the top luxury resorts in the world.

Together, these two unique resorts offer unmatched lifestyle and leisure experiences. We’re seeking a Director of Marketing to elevate both brands, maximize direct revenue, and build sustainable guest loyalty.

You're Excited About US Because You Will...

• Oversee the marketing strategy and execution for two independent luxury resorts, each with its own unique positioning.

• Develop and lead distinct brand campaigns that capture Denu’s wellness/lifestyle focus and Ko’a Kea’s romance/luxury beach positioning.

• Partner with sales, revenue management, and property leaders to drive integrated commercial performance.

• Oversee digital strategy, content creation, CRM/loyalty (Stay Golden), paid media, public relations, and brand partnerships.

• Manage social media, influencer relationships, and digital storytelling across multiple platforms (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, TikTok, etc.).

• Mentor and develop marketing team members, ensuring executional excellence and alignment with strategy.

We're Excited About YOU Because...

• You’re a strategic marketer with proven success in hospitality, lifestyle, or luxury consumer brands.

• You can develop annual marketing plans and budgets with clear revenue objectives and measurable ROI.

• You bring a balance of creativity and analytics—strong at positioning and storytelling but equally comfortable with KPIs, dashboards, and optimization.

• You thrive in a multi-brand environment and can balance shared efficiencies with distinct brand identities.

• You’re collaborative and agile, willing to flex between high-level strategy and hands-on execution when needed.

• You understand the independent hotel space, where differentiation, partnerships, and guest loyalty drive performance.

Compensation & Benefits

• Expected Salary Range: $120,000-140,000 (final offer based on experience, qualifications, and skillset).

• Comprehensive benefits package including:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance

  • Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability

  • 401k with employer contribution

  • Educational reimbursement

  • Paid time off, including vacation and sick leave

• Unique hotel perks and access to resort experiences.

• Position based on Phoenix, AZ. 

Additional Information

This position will be based in Hawaii, with cross-property responsibility for Denu Hotel & Spa and Ko’a Kea Resort. Flexibility is required for occasional travel, weekends, and holidays to reflect the needs of the business.

This job posting is intended to describe the general nature of the work. It is not a full listing of all duties, responsibilities, or requirements.

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