Washington, D.C. (May 21, 2015) – Dennis Hernandez, an accomplished hospitality sales veteran with 30 years of experience has been named Director of Sales and Marketing for the newly renovated Embassy Row Hotel, A Destination Hotel, in Washington, D.C.
In his role, Hernandez is responsible for the development and management of all marketing and sales efforts at the Dupont Circle property, overseeing strategic brand partnerships and niche market alliances. With a strong background in the boutique hotel sector, Hernandez brings desirable lifestyle expertise to the notable property following the completion of its $15 million floor-to-ceiling renovation in March 2015.
“We’re pleased to have Dennis join The Embassy Row Hotel family,” says General Manager Shawn Jervis. “His intimate knowledge of the boutique hotel market and countless industry relationships will help us provide a true lifestyle experience for our guests, authentic to Washington, D.C., which is one of our top priorities.”
Hernandez joins The Embassy Row Hotel after serving as CMO of Pure! Marketing Agency. He previously served as Director of Sales & Marketing for The Ace Hotel & Swim Club in Palm Springs, The Standard, Downtown LA, and The Huntley Hotel in Santa Monica. Prior to that, he worked as the Director of Entertainment and Revenue Management for Sofitel Luxury Hotels and Resorts.
A third generation descendant of Puerto Rico, Hernandez studied at Cornell University. He returns home where born and raised in Washington, D.C., from Hollywood, California and is elated to be back home and a part of the “new” landscape of D.C.’s diverse communities.
