Global wellness consulting, development and management company Goco Hospitality has appointed Nicholas Clayton as President of Goco America. In this newly created role, Clayton will guide the wider expansion of Goco projects across the States, including Glen Ivy Hot Springs.

“Nicholas is a seasoned hospitality and wellness professional with demonstrated success in embedding a culture of excellence at world-class hospitality destinations across the globe,” says Ingo Schweder, CEO of Goco Hospitality. “We are fortunate to have him as a part of our leadership team, to elevate the brand and oversee Goco’s expansion plans in America.”

Clayton joins Goco Hospitality with decades of experience in leadership roles at some of the world’s finest luxury hotel groups. He held CEO positions with Capella Hotel Group in Singapore, Jumeirah Group in Dubai and Viceroy Hotel Group in the US. In addition, Clayton managed the operations of multiple properties within The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company and Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group.

Clayton shares: “I am honoured to have the opportunity to collaborate with the innovative team at Goco Hospitality and guide the company’s growth in America. As a wellness enthusiast myself, my vision for Goco America is to create, innovate and operate the future of wellness hospitality and continue the expansion of Glen Ivy Hot Springs to create the ultimate wellness community.”

Having executed over 400 projects across more than 40 countries, the rising interest in a holistic approach to health and wellbeing is at the forefront of Goco Hospitality’s vision for expansion in the US. Goco America will focus on identifying opportunities for consultancy, development and management of innovative concepts, delivering a turnkey solution for spa and wellness projects from ideation to operational reality.

Goco America will also continue to revolutionise Glen Ivy Hot Springs. Over the last five years, extensive renovations have been made across the property, including the re-engineering of 11 historic mineral springs, as well as upgrades and enhancements of pool decks and facilities, private cabanas, the guest reception, treatment facilities, the Bath House, the Ivy Kitchen and gardens. The final phase of the multi-million dollar renovation project is in development and will include a world-class wellness resort and community, spanning 60 acres adjacent to Glen Ivy Hot Springs.