12-05-2025
Luc Lanza has been appointed Chief Executive Officer at Le Toiny in St. Barts
Le Toiny, St. Barts is pleased to announce a strategic restructuring of its senior management team. After a decade of dedicated leadership as CEO, Charles Walker has decided to retire from the position, whilst remaining on the Board of Directors, where he will continue to support the property through a focus on special projects.
Luc Lanza's journey is synonymous with the evolution of St. Barth's luxury hospitality landscape. He arrived on the island 30 years ago at the age of 24, beginning his career in a local Gustavia restaurant before being recruited by Eden Rock. There, he rose to become Food & Beverage Manager, a role he held for 18 years. In 2015, following the acquisition of Le Toiny by Charles and Mandie Vere Nicoll, Luc was tapped to lead the hotel as General Manager. Over the past decade, he has overseen its full restoration, transforming Le Toiny into one of the island's most sought-after and discreetly luxurious escapes.
This leadership transition marks a new chapter for Le Toiny, rooted in legacy and looking boldly to the future.