Meet the Resort to Laura Madrid Team
LAURA MADRID
FOUNDER AND TRAVEL ADVISOR
Laura is notorious for perpetually firing on all cylinders. Whether it’s balancing client phone calls, a jam-packed calendar, or her brimming email inbox, Laura relishes working side-by-side with her valued squad. With 30 years of experience in the luxury travel industry and having traveled to 80+ countries, Laura learned long ago that success and happiness are defined by the company you keep.
Laura’s greatest inspiration comes not just from places, but from the people she travels with and plans for. It’s this spirit - of collaboration, care, and shared discovery - that defines Resort to Laura Madrid.
Outside of work, she finds equal delight in family dinners, long rallies on the tennis court, and a beautiful glass of wine savored at just the right moment.
HOLLY ADAMS
SENIOR CLIENT SERVICES LEADER
Before stepping into the world of travel, Holly ran a beloved cupcake business - where precision, presentation, and passion were always on the menu. For over eight years, she’s brought that same meticulous care and vibrant energy to her work at RTLM, where every itinerary is crafted with thoughtful attention to detail.
A Georgia native with an explorer’s heart, Holly has journeyed from Iceland’s dramatic landscapes to Egypt’s ancient wonders. Often on the road with her husband and their “pup-kids,” Harley Quinn and Morgan, she’s just as comfortable navigating U.S. highways in her luxury RV as she is curating bespoke travel moments for clients around the globe.
LEYLA FIGUEROA
CLIENT SERVICES LEADER
Leyla’s love for travel is lifelong - rooted in a childhood spent crisscrossing borders and cultures. She has called eight countries home and speaks four languages fluently, bringing a deeply international perspective to every journey she touches. With over 25 years in luxury hospitality - primarily with Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts - Leyla’s expertise spans operations, client service, and revenue strategy across Asia, Europe, and the Americas.
A true connector at heart, Leyla is as passionate about people as she is about places. When she’s not crafting seamless and soulful travel experiences, you’ll find her enjoying meaningful time with family or striking up conversations that bridge cultures and spark curiosity - wherever in the world she may be.
GIL MADRID JR.
CLIENT SERVICES COORDINATOR
With early global roots - from studying in London to earning an International Baccalaureate at the Atlanta International School - Gil has explored five continents and 35 countries, shaping a worldview that blends curiosity with cultural fluency. Most recently, he completed a Business degree in Entrepreneurship from Georgia State University, bringing a fresh, forward-thinking perspective to our team.
Whether perfecting his golf swing, experimenting in the kitchen, or discovering new music scenes, Gil approaches life with creativity and enthusiasm. His diverse interests, combined with a natural warmth and entrepreneurial spirit, make him a dynamic and valued part of the RTLM family.
RILEY POLLOCK
CLIENT SERVICES COORDINATOR
A proud graduate of The University of Georgia with a degree in Marketing, Riley joined the RTLM dream team in 2024, bringing new energy and an infectious enthusiasm for all things travel. Since relocating to Atlanta, she’s embraced her role with curiosity, creativity, and a meticulous eye for detail - consistently adding that final flourish that transforms a great itinerary into an unforgettable journey.
Whether she’s cheering on the UGA Bulldogs, rallying on the tennis court, or diving into her latest creative endeavor, Riley brings heart to everything she touches. Her thoughtful approach and vibrant spirit help ensure every RTLM client feels uniquely cared for from start to finish.
MERISSA MACEYKO
CLIENT SEVICES COORDINATOR
Trading the cool charm of the Midwest for Southern sunshine, Merissa made her way to Atlanta and joined the RTLM team in 2025. With a background in weddings and event planning, she’s long been drawn to crafting moments that linger in memory - now bringing that same gift for detail and beauty to the world of luxury travel.
Warm, intuitive, and endlessly creative, Merissa delights in building relationships and curating experiences that feel both personal and inspired. When she’s not exploring the latest culinary gems or experimenting in her own kitchen, she’s savoring life’s simple pleasures - and helping our clients do the same, one unforgettable journey at a time.
KIPLYN LEWIS
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
Kiplyn is the energetic force who keeps the wheels of RTLM turning smoothly behind the scenes. Her background spans high-level executive support for C-suite leaders, legal professionals, and high-profile individuals - where discretion, precision, and efficiency are non-negotiable.
Her calm, can-do approach is matched by an innate knack for managing complex logistics with grace. Whether coordinating intricate travel arrangements or supporting our team with quiet excellence, Kiplyn brings clarity and calm to every task.
A former fashion model with extensive international travel experience, she understands the rhythm and nuance of life on the road - and the beauty of a perfectly planned journey.
MYLÈNE MACKAY
MARKETING & SOCIAL MEDIA
Mylène brings global polish and hospitality finesse to the team, shaped by a career with Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts - where she and Laura first crossed paths - with roles across London, Hong Kong, Caracas, Boston, and Palo Alto. Now based in Edinburgh, she leads our marketing and communications efforts, keeping clients inspired with insider travel trends, design-forward hotels, and cultural gems from around the globe.
A certified yoga and Pilates instructor, Mylène balances her professional expertise with a deep commitment to wellness. When she’s not creating thoughtful content or curating beautiful travel moments, you’ll find her indulging her other passions - teaching a class, exploring the Scottish Highlands, or sipping a fine dram.
GIL MADRID SR.
CHIEF FINANCE OFFICER
The “guy” down in accounting brings 22 years of global business leadership from his experience at Kimberly-Clark Corporation. When our finance guru and business manager is not crunching numbers and managing the back office, he can be found on the golf course, rooting for his favorite Premier League team, Fulham & his beloved Alma Mater football team, the FSU Seminoles.
He is often spotted joining Laura to host RTLM client journeys around the globe - with warmth, wit, and ease.