MAUI, Hawaii (December 11, 2015) – A 25-year veteran of the hospitality industry, Samantha Spurgeon joins Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort as Director of Sales and Marketing. In her new role, Spurgeon is responsible for overseeing business, sales and marketing strategies and efforts to generate maximum revenue through room bookings, meetings, weddings and group events.
“Samantha brings unparalleled experience in sales and marketing on a local, national and global level, having held the director position for more than a decade with leading luxury resorts around the world,” said Scott Allen, General Manager of Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort. “Her leadership skills, paired with her drive for success, industry knowledge and strong relationships make her a true asset to our Andaz family.”
Beginning her career in London, Spurgeon has served in various sales and marketing positions worldwide including the Westin Ka’anapali Ocean Resort & Villas, W Los Angeles, St. Regis Bora Bora Resort, Le Meridien Tahiti and Grosvenor House, a 5-Star iconic luxury hotel in Central London.
Most recently, Spurgeon served as Director of Sales and Marketing for W South Beach in Miami where she led a team of 16 people. She was also responsible for developing secure business relationships and partnerships both in the US and abroad as well as overseeing multiple PR companies in the U.S., London and Brazil.
During her time at W South Beach, Spurgeon was named one of the top 100 sales leaders in 2013.
