The Resort At Pelican Hill Welcomes Gilbert as GM

November 26, 2025

NEWPORT BEACH, CA — Five-star, five-diamond The Resort at Pelican Hill has announced in a press release the appointment of General Manager Shannon Gilbert.

She brings more than three decades of leadership, vision, and passion for service to her new role, where she is responsible for shepherding the resort into a new era of refined modernity as the property transitions into a St. Regis flagship in 2027.

With an extensive background and comprehensive operational expertise, Gilbert’s career in sales and marketing includes overseeing notable properties within The Ritz-Carlton and Marriott portfolio. Additional notable hospitality experiences include serving as hotel manager at two of L.A.’s most dynamic and event-driven properties: The Ritz-Carlton, Los Angeles and the JW Marriott Los Angeles L.A. LIVE. She currently serves on the boards of Visit Greater Palm Springs and California State University San Bernardino, Palm Desert Campus.

“It is an honor and privilege to join the talented team behind one of Southern California’s most iconic luxury resorts as it boldly charts a new path towards excellence with its upcoming transition into a St. Regis flagship property,” said Gilbert. “Together, we will elevate The Resort at Pelican Hill’s legacy of excellence and create unforgettable experiences for our guests for years to come.”

Spanning 504 coastal acres with views of the Pacific from this Orange County beach community, The Resort at Pelican Hill combines location with Italian-inspired architecture, 36 holes of ocean-view golf, a five-star spa, and a calendar of curated world-class experiences. The Resort at Pelican Hill will embark on its renaissance beginning December 1, 2025 — a transformation that will start with enhancements to the Coliseum Pool & Grill; the renewed Coliseum Pool experience is expected to welcome guests by spring 2026.