ORLANDO (October 3, 2017) – Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate is proud to welcome Jim Curtis as the new director of sales and marketing. Curtis brings more than 30 years of experience in the hospitality industry and record of success in management, strategic sales and marketing initiatives.
“Jim’s proven track record of sales leadership, business development and revenue management make him the ideal candidate for this important role,” said Robert Stanfield, managing director of Omni Orlando Resort. “Not only does he boast an impressive background, but he’s highly motivated and goal-oriented. We look forward to having him on the team.” Curtis joins the Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate team from Atlantis Paradise Island Bahamas where he served as the vice president of group sales. Previously, he spent several years as director of sales and marketing for The Diplomat Beach Resort in Hollywood, Florida. There, he was responsible for managing all sales and marketing efforts during re-branding of the resort from Westin to Hilton. Prior to that role, Curtis held various positions with Starwood Hotels and Resorts for more than 20 years. As the director of sales and marketing for Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate, Curtis will be responsible for marketing strategies and sales initiatives to grow hotel revenues and profits. Curtis joins the Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate after the completion of its multi-year, $40 million expansion project. The luxury golf resort and spa’s significant expansion includes an additional 100,000 square feet of expanded conference center space and event lawn; a Grand Salon built specifically as an ideal weddings locale; the addition of the Sunset Lodge and Suites building with an all-new multi-room type product; 23,000 square feet of additional pool deck and recreational space and installation of Orlando’s only resort wave pool; enhancements on the resort’s two Greg Norman-designed golf courses, International Course and National Course; the installation of an 18-hole miniature putt-putt course; and redesign of Trevi’s Restaurant. Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate consistently delivers a sophisticated, individualized luxury experience that discerning travelers have come to expect from Omni Hotels & Resorts. A departure from the fast-paced life, Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate offers a remedy for vacation fatigue and “tourist overdose” – relaxation. For more information on Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate, call (407) 390-6664 and visit www.omnihotels.com/hotels/orlando-championsgate.
