Marina García is the Operations Director at The Kautapen Group, where she leads a dynamic team to optimize processes and enhance operational efficiency. With almost 20 years of experience she is known for her strategic vision and innovative problem-solving skills. Marina holds a Master's degree in Business Administration from the UCA (Universidad Católica Argentina). Outside of work, she enjoys reading and spending time with family and friends. She is a great host.More...
Claudio Alejandro Barry
Operations Manager@The Kautapen Group
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Claudio Barry
Operations Manager | The Kautapen Group
With over 20 years of hospitality, lodge management, and guest service expertise, Claudio Barry is a seasoned operations leader currently serving as Operations Manager for The Kautapen Group. His career spans luxury cruise lines, premium hotels, and world-renowned fishing and hunting lodges throughout Argentina and internationally.
Claudio’s operational management skills are rooted in extensive hands-on experience across guest relations, logistics, housekeeping, team leadership, and service quality assurance. His role at The Kautapen Group involves coordinating the operational functions of several remote, high-end lodges, ensuring flawless guest experiences, and overseeing logistics, supply chains, and infrastructure maintenance.
Prior to his current position, Claudio held leadership roles including Lodge Manager for Nervous Waters and David Denies Bird Hunting, managing all aspects of lodge operations, from staff supervision and guest services to procurement and budget management. His hospitality journey also includes several years at Celebrity Cruises, where he was repeatedly recognized as Employee of the Month while opening new vessels and managing complex guest relations and event operations.
Claudio is known for his calm under pressure, operational versatility, and ability to lead multicultural teams in remote environments. His deep understanding of premium service culture and problem-solving acumen make him an indispensable asset to the operational backbone of The Kautapen Group.
Key Strengths:
✔️ Multi-lodge operational management
✔️ Remote hospitality logistics and infrastructure oversight
✔️ Premium guest experience leadership
✔️ Cross-functional team supervision and development
✔️ Budget and procurement control
✔️ Crisis management and problem-solving
Languages: Spanish (Native) | English (Expert) | Basic French and Portuguese
Technical Skills: Opera PMS, Siebel, Micros, Infogenesis, VingCard, IBM & Mac systems, Microsoft Office, AS400, OracleMore...