PHOENIX (August 25, 2015) – Katy Powers, former director of food and beverage at The Wigwam in Phoenix, Ariz., has been promoted to resort manager. Powers brings an extensive background in hospitality along with food and beverage management to The Wigwam. In this role, Powers assists the vice president, managing director in overseeing all departments at the resort and maintaining efficient day-to-day on-property operations. Powers also is responsible for ensuring the highest quality service for guests by directing the housekeeping and security teams as well as overseeing the resort’s food and beverage department in order to maintain excellent quality, service, and merchandising.
Prior to resort manager, Powers held the position of director of food and beverage at The Wigwam since 2013. As director of food and beverage, she operated six on-property dining outlets, including two, AAA Four-Diamond award-winning restaurants as well as 43,000 square feet of meeting, beverage and culinary space. Powers also trained and directed 250 staff members. Before joining The Wigwam, Powers gained over 20 years of hospitality experience with Starwood Hotels & Resorts. She received her bachelor’s degree in Organizational Management from Ashford University.
