Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village Appoints Ben Carter as Director of Wellness & Longevity at the Award-Winning Center for Health & Wellbeing

Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village announces the appointment of Ben Carter as Director of Wellness & Longevity at the renowned Center for Health & Wellbeing, effective September 2025.

Recognized as one of the most comprehensive and innovative wellness destinations in the Four Seasons portfolio, the Center for Health & Wellbeing delivers award-winning programming that integrates evidence-based practices with luxury hospitality. Under Ben’s leadership, the Center for Health & Wellbeing will continue to evolve as a global benchmark for longevity-focused wellness experiences.

In his new role, Ben will oversee the strategic, operational, and experiential direction of the business, guiding a multidisciplinary team across fitness, spa, medical, nutrition, and life balance services. His vision is rooted in longevity science, clinical excellence, and a seamless guest experience.

“Ben’s global expertise, deep clinical background, and proven ability to lead transformational wellness programs make him the ideal person to guide the next era of the Center for Health & Wellbeing,” says David Wilkie, General Manager, Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village. “We are thrilled to welcome him to the team and look forward to the innovation and inspiration he will bring to both our guests and our people.”

With morethan two decades of international experience, Ben has led wellness operations across Asia and Australasia in both luxury hospitality and private clinical ventures. A licensed Naturopathic Physician specializing in structural neuro-kinetics and sports medicine, Ben began his wellness career in 2003 in Phuket, Thailand. His distinguished career includes pioneering Western bodywork education in Bhutan, serving elite athletes in clinical settings, and architecting industry-leading global wellness programs.

Ben has held leadership roles including Spa Manager, Head Naturopath, Spa Director, and Regional Spa Director with some of the world’s top luxury hospitality brands. Most recently, he served as Director of the Urban Wellness Centre at Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok at Chao Phraya River.

His leadership philosophy centers on aligning intention with execution and creating high-performing environments where both guests and teams can thrive.

About the Center for Health & Wellbeing at Four Seasons Westlake

The Center for Health & Wellbeing at Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village is a state-of-the-art wellness destination committed to integrating evidence-based medicine, holistic health, and luxury hospitality. Located at the foothills of the Santa Monica Mountains, the Center for Health & Wellbeing offers a comprehensive range of services—spanning preventative care, medical diagnostics, nutrition counselling, fitness programs, mindfulness practices, and spa therapies—all under one roof.

Backed by a multidisciplinary team of physicians, registered dietitians, exercise physiologists, and wellness coaches, the team at the Center for Health & Wellbeing delivers personalized programs designed to promote optimal health, longevity, and sustainable lifestyle transformation. Whether guests are pursuing stress reduction, weight management, chronic disease prevention, or simply a healthier way of living, the immersive, science-driven approach empowers individuals to take control of their health journey in a supportive, luxurious environment.