NEW YORK – (December 5, 2017) – Kimpton Ink48 Hotel is delighted to announce the appointment of Ileana Acosta as its new Director of Sales and Marketing. In her role, Acosta will execute strategies to increase hotel occupancy and revenue as well as drive bookings for Kimpton Ink48’s 6,000 square feet of contemporary meeting and event space. An accomplished and results-oriented sales professional, Ileana will also grow key accounts, implement partnerships and elevate the hotel’s profile through creative marketing initiatives.
“Ileana’s extensive sales background makes her the ideal sales and catering leader for Kimpton Ink48,” said Tom Thorn, Regional Director of Sales and Marketing at Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants. “We believe her knowledge and experience in the New York City market will be instrumental in further positioning Kimpton Ink48 as one of the most sought-after hotels in the city.”
With 15 years of experience in the sales and hospitality industries, Ileana began her sales career in 2003 as the Global Sales Manager of the Americas at Oakwood Temporary Housing where she worked for seven years before joining Hersha Hospitality Management as Area Sales Manager in 2010. Two years later she joined Gild Hall, a Thompson Hotel, where she served as Associate Director of Sales for three years before being promoted to Director of Sales and Marketing in 2015. During her two years leading the sales and marketing team at Gild Hall, before joining Kimpton Ink48, Ileana achieved year-over-year group room night growth of 57%, improved total occupancy by 8.6% and led the property to year-over-year growth of 5.6% in total hotel revenue.
“I am thrilled to bring my passion for the hospitality industry to Kimpton Ink48,” affirmed Ileana. “This unique and innovative hotel offers both business and leisure travelers a sophisticated retreat in one of New York City’s most vibrant neighborhoods. I look forward to leading Kimpton Ink48’s sales and marketing team to continued growth and success.”
Located in the Hell’s Kitchen neighborhood, Kimpton Ink48 features 222 guestrooms and specialty suites, most with breathtaking views of Manhattan and the Hudson River. The hotel also offers its stunning two-story “Heaven Over Hell Suite” featuring 1,100 square feet of indoor space and a stunning 2,200-square-foot outdoor terrace with unobstructed, panoramic views through floor-to-ceiling windows. A full-service onsite luxury spa, the rooftop Press Lounge, acclaimed PRINT. Restaurant and 6,000 square feet of inspiring meeting and event space complete the Kimpton Ink48 experience.
For additional information about Kimpton Ink48, please visit: www.ink48.com.
