As the Marketing Specialist at The Ben West Palm, Rebecca Oppy blends creativity and strategy to showcase the hotel’s distinctive charm. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for storytelling, she leads innovative campaigns that engage guests and enhance the hotel’s brand presence.

Rebecca began her hospitality journey in 2020, driven by a love for crafting memorable, one-of-a-kind guest experiences. Outside of work, she enjoys exploring new restaurants and experiences throughout Palm Beach County or unwinding with a great book

Elena Peroulakis is a talented and seasoned hospitality management executive with 20+ years of experience. She is a business, community, and philanthropic leader. Her track record and business ethics strengthened relationships at all levels.

She is a proud graduate of The University of Miami (MBA) and Florida International University (B.S. Hospitality Management) and currently living in West Palm Beach with her husband Ted and their son, Alexander.

Elena has extensive experience running hotels in the South Florida area and she is the Director of Sales and Marketing at The Ben West Palm Beach.

Allow me to introduce Colby Shank, our Social Event Manager, hailing from a small town outside of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

With a remarkable career that commenced in luxury resorts, Colby has been deeply immersed in the event industry since 2007. Her true passion lies in orchestrating weddings and ensuring that your special day surpasses even your wildest dreams.

Beyond her professional life, Colby loves going to the beach and spending quality time with her family, particularly her two nieces and nephew.

Meet Courtney Simoncelli, our passionate and dedicated Senior Catering Sales Manager, who brings a love for weddings and social events to everything she does!

Originally from Connecticut, Courtney made the sunny leap to Florida a decade ago. As a graduate of Florida State University, Courtney studied Commercial Entrepreneurship and Hospitality Management and has been paving her way in the hotel industry ever since. Courtney thrives on building meaningful relationships with her clients, and her genuine positivity and passion shine through in the smooth, personalized experience she delivers throughout the event sales process at The Ben.

Outside of work, she loves hosting gatherings for friends and family, exploring new restaurants throughout Palm Beach County, relaxing at the beach, and spending quality time with her husband and their miniature Schnauzer, Milton!

As The Ben’s Executive Meeting Manager, Isabelle Swank specializes in curating memorable corporate experiences that reflect our “Exactly Like Nothing Else” philosophy. With a passion for hospitality and a keen eye for detail, she brings warmth, professionalism, and creativity to every event she manages. From the initial inquiry to the final farewell, Isabelle ensures every client feels supported, understood, and inspired.

When she’s not orchestrating standout events, you’ll find her enjoying the West Palm Beach sunshine, exploring new restaurants, or planning her next travel adventure.