Community Spotlight – District 10
Miami’s hospitality community announced that Job Gutierrez, Director of Human Resources at The Biltmore Miami-Coral Gables, has been named the 2025 HR Leader of the Year by both HR Miami and HRABC, the leading South Florida chapters of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM).
This dual recognition underscores Job’s impact as one of hospitality’s most innovative HR leaders, transforming workforce development through talent pipelines, international recruitment, socially conscious hiring practices, and leadership development initiatives.
Originally from León, Mexico and raised in Phoenix, Job has spent over 14 years driving HR strategy for luxury hospitality brands including Waldorf Astoria, Conrad, and Highgate. Since joining The Biltmore in 2022, he has championed programs supporting special needs internships, immigrant workforce integration, and reentry opportunities for formerly incarcerated women, setting a new standard for socially conscious hospitality HR.
Notably, this recognition comes as The Biltmore approaches its historic centennial in 2026, a milestone that will celebrate the property’s legacy as one of America’s most iconic hotels while showcasing the people shaping its future.
Job Gutierrez
Job Gutierrez is an accomplished Human Resources leader with over 14 years of progressive experience in the hospitality industry, currently serving as Director of Human Resources at the iconic Biltmore Hotel in Miami. Originally from León, Guanajuato, Mexico and raised in Phoenix, he began his career as a restaurant server before quickly rising into HR leadership roles. Throughout his career with luxury brands such as Waldorf Astoria, Conrad, and Highgate Hotels, Job has led multimillion-dollar transformations, expanded international recruitment, and built partnerships to support immigrants and students with disabilities. Since joining The Biltmore in 2022, he has spearheaded socially conscious workforce initiatives—including special needs internships and reentry programs—transforming HR into a platform for empowerment. Named 2025 HR Leader of the Year by HR Miami and HRABC, Job is known for his strategic vision, people-first philosophy, and commitment to shaping the future of hospitality. Outside of work, he enjoys playing the violin and running.
This award was presented at the joint HR Miami and HRABC conference in September at Pembroke Pines. This collaborative, one-of-a-kind event brought together HR professionals from both Chapters for a truly transformational an innovative experience.
SHRM Florida District 10 includes HRABC (HR Assn of Broward County, HR Miami, and Florida Keys SHRM, under the leadership of District Director Jonathan Ross, MBA, SHRM-SCP, SPHR. Look for more highlights regarding the great work of the District 10 Chapters in the November issue of the SHRM Florida Newswire.