COMO Shambhala Estate is proud to announce the appointment of Kimberly Rose Kneier as its new Director of Wellness. This brand new position is a commitment to living well, and to making a meaningful difference in the lives of COMO Shambhala Estate’s colleagues and clients.
With a Master’s Degree in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, Kimberly has a verified track record of alleviating a wide range of health concerns and improving the overall well-being of her clients. With over 15 years of experience in the health and wellness industry, Kimberly started her career as a Clinic Manager for a reputable acupuncture practice in Hawaii, before joining the One Spa World – Luxury Cruise Lines, where she served as an in-house Acupuncturist & Chinese Medical Practitioner for 4 years. Kimberly then moved to Thailand as the Wellness Immersion Manager and Traditional Chinese Medicine Specialist of Amanpuri, where she managed all wellness operations, worked with private chefs to customise menus, and led a team of over 20 people to deliver wellness via their immersion programmes.
Before joining COMO Shambhala Estate, she was the Director of Wellness and Traditional Chinese Medicine Specialist at REVIVO Wellness Resort. There, she streamlined wellness retreat offerings and managed resort-wide wellness operations, conducted in-depth consultations, and designed personalised wellness retreats for each guest, among many other responsibilities.
Kimberly is truly committed to ensuring the highest quality of holistic wellness care and customer services possible, in line with COMO Shambhala Estate’s approach to contemporary living. With a deep respect for authenticity, Kimberly will be play an integral part in our well-being offers. She will lead and manage the wellness team at the estate together with supporting COMO Shambhala’s headquarters with the roll-out of its new six wellness pillar strategy. Her team of highly trained therapists, supported by our
Ayurvedic consultant will be further focused on enhancing well-being offers to all of our guests.
“I was in awe of COMO Shambhala Estate from my very first visit in 2021. The property, in its immense natural beauty, whispered to my soul, and the impeccable service from their heart-felt staff was unparalleled to anywhere I had ever stayed before. I remember thinking to myself how much I would love to work here one day. So, it is with great humility and honour that I will begin as the Director of Wellness for this revered resort. I am excited to collaborate with the many professionals in the wellness department, as well as the rest of the incredible team as we continue to set the gold standard for luxury wellness hospitality,” says Kimberly.
COMO Shambhala advocates a 360-degree approach to proactive, holistic wellness, working with expert therapists who strive to deliver results-driven treatments. This is combined with our modern facilities, along with yoga, meditation, Pilates and hydrotherapy classes as well as the energy-enhancing COMO Shambhala cuisine that is such an important part of a stay with COMO Hotels and Resorts.
