Lizbeth Escorza Valentino
Oro Valley
Summary
Dynamic Director of Finance with a proven track record in finance and strategic planning, adept at driving financial initiatives that significantly boost profitability and operational efficiency. Expertise in financial analysis and strategic development consistently leads to informed decision-making and sustainable growth. Committed to leveraging analytical skills and industry insights to optimize financial performance and support organizational objectives. Recognized for fostering collaborative relationships across departments to align financial strategies with business goals.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Finance and Accounting
The Ritz-Carlton Dove Mountain, The Ritz-Carlton Dove Mountain Golf and The Ritz-Carlton Dove Mountain Residences
Marana, AZ
01.2019 - Current
- Property Profile
- Double Forbes Five Start Resort (Hotel & Spa) with 253 rooms, 17 meeting rooms and 5 F&B outlets.
- 27 Holes Championship Golf Course with 2 F&B Outlets and event venues
- The Ritz Carlton Residences (Private Villas-101 lots sold)
- 2019 achieved the best financial performance since the hotel opening in 2009. GOP Margin above budget for 4.4% with a 555% Flow through
- 2021 GOP Margin above budget for 8.8%pts with a 58% Flow through
- 2022 GOP Margin above budget for 9.8%pts and 62% Flow through
- 2023 GOP Margin above budget for 1.8%pts and 542% Flow through
- 2024 GOP Margin above budget for 1.1%, House Profit Key Metric 108.6%, Flow Through 117.1%
- 2025 GOP Margin above budget for 10%pts House Profit Key Metric 104.1%, Flow Through 111.2%
Director of Finance
JW Marriott Phuket Resort & Spa and 2 MVCI properties
Phuket, Thailand
07.2013 - 12.2018
- Integrated resort JW Marriott Phuket Resort and Spa and 2 Marriott Vacation Club properties
- JW Marriott with 265 rooms, 9,149 sq. ft. of meeting space – 10 meeting rooms and 11 F&B outlets
- Phuket Beach Club with 144 two-bedroom apartments and Mai Khao Beach Club with 133 two-bedroom apartments
- Managed the shared cost centers of the Integrated Resort and an external laundry business unit providing service to 4 additional hotels
- 2015 GOP Margin improvement 0.6%pts YOY and Flow Through Vs Prior year 53%
- 2015 Forecast Accuracy award and 2015 Mustang Award
- 2016 GOP Margin improvement 1.1%pts YOY and Flow Through Vs Prior Year 184%
- 2017 GOP Margin improvement 0.9%pts and a Flow Through Vs Prior Year 70.7%
Director of Finance –Task Force Assignment
JW Marriott Seoul
Seoul, South Korea
04.2013 - 07.2013
- Property with 495 rooms, 21,905 sq. ft. of meeting space – 7 meeting rooms and 10 F&B outlets
Director of Finance
Singapore Marriott Hotel, Singapore
Singapore, Singapore
09.2008 - 04.2013
- Property with 393 rooms, 18,858 sq. ft. of meeting space – 12 meeting rooms and 6 F&B outlets
- Lead the hotel during the contingency in 2009 and as a result achieved 1st position for the hotel in Asia Pacific for House profit per available room.
- Achieved “Green” Marriott internal audit in 2010.
- Achieved 2nd Hotel in AP region for House profit per available room in 2010 and 3rd Hotel in 2011 while hotel under big renovation.
- Managed and controlled the CAPEX Budget for the owner funded hotel renovation worth 28 million USD including 2 main restaurant, hotel lobby and case goods for all rooms taking place from 2011 to 2012.
- Creation and implementation of the Purchasing department
Director of Finance
London Marriott Hotel Grosvenor Square,
London, United Kingdom
06.2005 - 08.2008
- Property with 237 rooms, 14,251 sq. ft. of meeting space – 15 meeting rooms
- Managed and overlooked finance department of the Cheshunt Marriott Hotel and the London Marriott Hotel Grosvenor Square.
- Increased house profit from 40% to 50% in a period of 2 years
- Increased the cash flow by improving the accounts receivable over 60 days by 56%
- Completed the due diligence process leading to the successful sale of hotel worth USD 197 Million
- Full participation in the contract negotiation to lease out all the food and beverage outlets including Room Service to Gordon Ramsey and implementation of relevant procedures
Assistant Controller
London Marriott Hotel Grosvenor Square
London, United Kingdom
12.2004 - 06.2005
- Property with 237 rooms, 14,251 sq. ft. of meeting space – 15 meeting rooms
Assistant Controller
JW Marriott Caracas (Opening Team)
Caracas, Venezuela
10.2002 - 12.2004
Assistant Controller
Los Sueños Marriott Ocean & Golf Resort and Casino
Los Sueños, Costa Rica
11.2000 - 10.2002
AR Supervisor
JW Marriott Mexico City (Opening Team)
Mexico City D.F., Mexico
06.1998 - 11.2000
Accounts Receivable
JW Marriott Mexico City (Opening Team)
Mexico City D.F., Mexico
06.1996 - 06.1998
Education
Certified Public Accountant -
Instituto Tecnologico Y De Estudios Superiores De Monterrey
Mexico D.F.Skills
- Cash flow management
- Cash flow management
- Cash flow management
- Cash flow management
Certification
Lead from Within (Marriott HQ June 2025)
Accelerator Base Camp 2022
Women in Leadership APAC
Foundations of Leadership
7 Habits of Highly Effective People
Developing You - Developing Others
Navigating Through Change
Partnership in Career
Effective Teams
5 Choices
Timeline
Director of Finance and Accounting
The Ritz-Carlton Dove Mountain, The Ritz-Carlton Dove Mountain Golf and The Ritz-Carlton Dove Mountain Residences
01.2019 - Current
Director of Finance
JW Marriott Phuket Resort & Spa and 2 MVCI properties
07.2013 - 12.2018
Director of Finance –Task Force Assignment
JW Marriott Seoul
04.2013 - 07.2013
Director of Finance
Singapore Marriott Hotel, Singapore
09.2008 - 04.2013
Director of Finance
London Marriott Hotel Grosvenor Square,
06.2005 - 08.2008
Assistant Controller
London Marriott Hotel Grosvenor Square
12.2004 - 06.2005
Assistant Controller
JW Marriott Caracas (Opening Team)
10.2002 - 12.2004
Assistant Controller
Los Sueños Marriott Ocean & Golf Resort and Casino
11.2000 - 10.2002
AR Supervisor
JW Marriott Mexico City (Opening Team)
06.1998 - 11.2000
Accounts Receivable
JW Marriott Mexico City (Opening Team)
06.1996 - 06.1998
Certified Public Accountant -
Instituto Tecnologico Y De Estudios Superiores De Monterrey
Accomplishments & Awards
Business Partner Award 2025
Hotel Financial Excellence Award 2022 & 2023
Owners Relations 2017
Mustang Award APAC 2015
Control Environment Award 2010
DOF Rookie Of The Year 2005
Manager of the Quarter 2002 and 2004
Assistant Controller Rookie Of The Year 2001
Associate Of The Month 1998