HOUSTON, TX, January 20, 2015– Sceptre Hospitality Resources (SHR), an innovative provider of advanced distribution technology and services for the hospitality industry, today announced the addition of Mark Wanner as Chief Operations Officer. In this role, Wanner will oversee the company’s technology strategy, distribution platforms, and end-to-end operations for SHR.
“SHR’s growth demands the strengthening of our software development and operational processes as we embark on an ambitious expansion path in 2015. Mark brings very relevant experience that will allow our company to continue to grow without jeopardizing our ability to give our clients solid technology supported by knowledgeable and experienced staff,” commented Rod Jimenez, SHR’s CEO. He added that “this key addition to our management team will also allow Dayang Dai, our Chief Software Architect, to focus his efforts on innovation and the continuous evolution of the WindsurferCRS distribution platform.”
Wanner brings over 20 years of experience supporting operational and strategic initiatives while aligning and leveraging technology to enhance business goals and growth. In his most recent role, Wanner was responsible for defining, implementing, and operating efficient technology solutions on a global scale. He is a seasoned manager with expertise in strategy, project management, enterprise architecture, and deployment. Alongside his various technical and project management credentials, Wanner holds a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Maryland, has been a Microsoft Certified Engineer for over 15 years, and is a certified ethical hacker and penetration tester which strengthens his skills in threat analysis, vulnerability detection, and overall network security.