DENVER (October 6, 2015)) – The ART Hotel, Denver's newest luxury property, is thrilled to announce Candace Duran, director of sales & marketing, as the lead of a robust sales team. Candace opened Commonwealth Hotel Collection's edgy new property in June, spending the last three months building a strong team with a skilled background.
Duran joined the ART Hotel prior to opening, bringing more than 13 years of industry experience. In her role, Duran oversees all aspects of hotel sales and marketing strategies in corporate, group and weddings verticals. Duran is also responsible for setting team goals and strategies for each market segment, maximizing revenue opportunities, and working with the internal and external marketing teams on advertising and public relations efforts.
"The ART Hotel is excited to have Candace playing an integral role in the growth and success of the city's newest one-of-a-kind luxury property in the heart of Denver's Museum District," said David Bodette, general manager. "The passion behind Candace and her dynamic team paired with their impressive backgrounds are the perfect combination in making the ART Hotel the market leader in Denver."
Prior to joining the ART Hotel, Duran began her career in hospitality as the food and beverage supervisor of The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch, then becoming the hotel's sales and marketing manager. After six years with The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch, she transferred to become sales and marketing team in Denver, as the director of group sales. During her tenure, Candace was responsible for year-after-year financial growth, while creating and maintaining relationships with some of The Ritz-Carlton's most valuable and loyal guests. The ART Hotel is excited to have her play an integral role in the growth and success of the city's newest one-of-a-kind luxury property in the heart of Denver's Museum District.
The notable team further includes the new hires of Kaitlin Still, catering & conference coordinator; Lindsay M. Johnson, catering & conference sales manager; Ben Powers, national sales manager; Kim Marshall, executive administrative assistant & sales coordinator; and Gina Rodriguez, business travel and small group sales manager.
