CHICAGO – February 13, 2007- Preferred Hotel Group, whose members number more than 350 hotels and resorts in more than 50 nations, is excited to announce enhancements to its global team. By investing in expert sales and management associates in strategic locations worldwide, Preferred Hotel Group demonstrates its continued support for existing member hotels and builds momentum towards future growth.
“We are confident that these leaders will increase sales to member hotels and continue to enhance Preferred Hotel Group’s ever-growing portfolio,” said John Ueberroth, CEO, Preferred Hotel Group.
With global sales offices in 23 cities around the world, Preferred Hotel Group provides customized corporate, leisure and group sales support to all of its member hotels. Among the additions to Preferred Hotel Group’s team are the following:
Susan Devine, Area Managing Director, Latin America & Caribbean: With over 20 years of hospitality experience, Susan brings a wealth of international sales, marketing and operations expertise to Preferred Hotel Group. As the Area Managing Director, Latin American & Caribbean, Susan is based in Miami and responsible for continuing to develop Preferred Hotel Group’s membership and sales in these regions.
Philipp Weghmann, Regional Director, Iberian Peninsula:
Based in Barcelona, Philipp works closely with Preferred Hotel Group members
in Spain and Portugal and will continue to develop this region’s hotel
portfolio.
Andrea Ledoux Richards, Director, Global Sales: As Director, Global Sales,
based in Texas, Andrea is charged with expanding Preferred Hotel Group’s
corporate and leisure accounts throughout the Southwest region of North
America.
Maya Latinovic, Director, Global Sales, Americas West: Maya is responsible for the expansion of Preferred Hotel Group’s corporate and leisure accounts throughout the major West Coast markets. Her main focus is Los Angeles, San Diego, Seattle, Vancouver, and San Francisco.
Pat Beaudoux: Director, Group Sales, Americas West: Based in the Bay Area, Pat provides sales coverage for group clients located in Northern California as well as the Pacific Northwest. Pat’s extensive experience in the travel industry includes sales and marketing roles in leading ski resorts and airlines.
Alice Baumstark, Director, Group Sales: Based in San Diego, Alice comes to Preferred Hotel Group with an extensive southern California clientele cultivated over the past twelve years. As Director of Group Sales, Alice provides sales coverage for group clients located in Southern California as well as the South West.
Stefano Scotti, Manager, Global Sales, Italy: As Preferred Hotel Group’s Manager, Global Sales- Italy, Stefano brings an extensive knowledge of the European luxury travel market. Based in Milan, he specializes in corporate and group business.
Kathleen Harris, Coordinator, Group Sales: With 16 years of hospitality industry experience, Kathleen is based in San Diego and will contribute strong operational and group sales experience to the Preferred Hotel Group’s sales team’s continued success.
Preferred Hotel Group is a global leader in the hospitality industry. This creative, cutting-edge company is designed for a new era in travel - an era in which travelers embrace the individuality of distinctive hotels and resorts - yet desire a consistent commitment to excellence. The four brands of Preferred Hotel Group represent a collection of the finest hotels in the world and include: Preferred Hotels & Resorts, (www.preferredhotels.com); Preferred Boutique (www.preferredboutique.com); Summit Hotels & Resorts (www.summithotels.com); and Sterling Hotels (www.sterlinghotels.com).
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