The Pyrmont Curaçao Beach Resort has appointed Tirza Garmes as its new Multi-Property Director of Human Resources, bringing more than 20 years of experience in talent development, organisational culture, leadership development and human resources strategy to the property.
With an extensive background in the local hospitality industry, Garmes will lead the resort’s people and talent strategy, focusing on building high-performing teams, strengthening workplace culture and creating opportunities for professional growth as the property prepares for its opening.
A Career Built on Hospitality and People Development
Tirza Garmes brings more than two decades of experience in human resources and hospitality management, with a professional background spanning talent development, organisational transformation and leadership training.
Before taking on her expanded responsibilities, she served as Human Resources Director at Curaçao Marriott Beach Resort. She has now been promoted to Multi-Property Director of Human Resources, with her role extending to The Pyrmont Curaçao Beach Resort.
Throughout her career, Garmes has contributed to three successful hotel openings, gaining valuable experience in workforce planning, pre-opening operations and building teams from the ground up.
Her approach combines strategic HR planning with practical people management, ensuring that employee development and organisational goals remain closely connected.
Building a Strong Workplace Culture at The Pyrmont
In her new role, Garmes will focus on creating a supportive and engaging workplace where employees feel valued, motivated and encouraged to grow.
Her priorities include talent development, leadership coaching, employee engagement and long-term career opportunities. She also plans to combine data-driven decision-making with a people-focused management approach to strengthen the resort’s human resources operations.
By investing in professional development and encouraging supportive leadership, she aims to create an environment where employees can build meaningful careers within the hospitality industry.
Empowering Local Talent and Celebrating Curaçao’s Culture
A key part of Garmes’ vision is empowering local talent and ensuring that the resort’s workforce reflects the diversity and cultural identity of Curaçao.
She believes that every colleague brings a unique background, personal story and perspective that can contribute to the overall guest experience.
By encouraging employees to express their cultural identities and share their individual strengths, the resort aims to create a workplace that reflects the warmth, character and spirit of the island.
This approach also highlights the importance of local employment and talent development in strengthening Curaçao’s hospitality sector.
Preparing for The Pyrmont Curaçao’s Opening
As The Pyrmont Curaçao Beach Resort prepares to welcome guests, Garmes will play an important role in establishing its workforce and shaping the people strategy behind the property.
Her responsibilities will include developing the resort’s workplace culture, supporting recruitment and talent development, and creating a strong foundation for its future operations.
With her experience in hotel openings and human resources leadership, Garmes brings valuable expertise to this important stage of the resort’s development.
Her appointment highlights the growing importance of employee engagement, local talent and effective leadership in delivering memorable hospitality experiences.
A People-First Approach to Hospitality Leadership
The appointment of Tirza Garmes reflects The Pyrmont Curaçao Beach Resort’s commitment to building a strong team and creating a positive workplace environment from the beginning.
In an industry where guest satisfaction is closely connected to employee engagement and service quality, investing in people remains essential to long-term success.
With more than 20 years of experience, Garmes will bring a combination of strategic thinking, local hospitality knowledge and people-focused leadership to her new position, helping establish the foundations for the resort’s service culture.
