Lynda Fryatt

About Lynda Fryatt

With over a decade of experience in human resources within the luxury and lifestyle hospitality sector, and another decade of operational experience, I am currently the Complex Director of Human Resources for both of the Royal Sonesta hotels in Washington, DC. Having honed my skills with Fairmont Hotels & Resorts in Canada, then Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, and Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group, I specialize in nurturing talent and excel in employee training programs. I strive to foster environments where team members thrive and guests receive unparalleled service. I bring a commitment to excellence, a strategic mindset, and a passion for people support that enriches our organization and drives industry-leading practices.

Experience

1. Human Resources Manager

   Encore

   Jul 2025 — Present · Coppell, TX, US

   Regional HRBP role responsible for providing support for all of Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama including performance management, career coaching, learning and development, succession planning, recognition, retention, employee relations, compensation, compliance, and safety.

Education

• University of Victoria

  Bachelor's Degree, Sociology

  2002 — 2007

• George Mason University

  Certificate, Human Resources Management

Skills

• Team Building
• Wellness
• Tourism
• Disability Management
• Hospitality Industry
• Highly Detail Oriented
• Human Resources
• Customer Satisfaction
• Rooms Division Management
• Workers' Compensation Claims
• Communication
• Microsoft Office
• Health & Safety Legislation
• Public Speaking
• Resorts
• Customer Service
• Hotel Management
• Return to Work Programs
• Organization
• Leadership
• Performance Management
• Employee Training
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Strategic Planning
• Organizational Behavior
• Attendance Management