St. Louis, MO – March 11. 2024 – The Magnolia St. Louis proudly announces the addition of two new leaders joining the ranks of the historic Tribute Portfolio Hotel. Stacey Howlett has been appointed as the new General Manager and Amanda Lane will serve as Director of Sales and Marketing for the property. Both are long-time industry veterans and local St. Louis natives, with experience working with top hotel and hospitality brands and are committed to making downtown St Louis a top destination for the region.
“These leadership changes come at an important time for Magnolia St. Louis. The downtown area is rebounding and thanks to our great sports teams, entertainment options, food and culture the hotel is poised for an exciting future, ” said André Fournier Chief Commercial Officer for Coraltree Hospitality. “We could not be more thrilled with the level of experience they both bring to their role, and the guest experience will greatly benefit from their industry knowledge and wealth of leadership skills.”
With more than 12 years of experience in the hospitality industry and a proven track record of growth and revenue, Stacey Howlett will serve as the new General Manager of the historic downtown property. She has successfully managed several other hotels throughout her tenure in St. Louis. She is known for her ability to implement innovative marketing strategies, enhance the guest experience, and improve the financial performance of boutique properties.
“ I am passionate about creating memorable and personalized experiences for our guests, as well as fostering a positive and collaborative culture for our team,” said Howlett. “I am excited to be part of CoralTree Hospitality/Magnolia Hotels, a company that values quality, service, and sustainability, and to contribute to its growth and success”
Amanda Lane has taken over as Director of Sales and Marketing for the Magnolia St. Louis. She is an accomplished leader with a proven ability to take on challenging projects and develop strong sales pipelines for group travel. As the Director of Sales and Marketing, Amanda Lane is committed to elevating the property’s overnight guest experience and local presence, focusing on curating fun and unique activations at the property that will be both enjoyable to guests and make a positive impact to the Downtown St. Louis culture and reputation.
“I am thrilled to be joining this stellar Magnolia St. Louis team and to join such a dynamic hotel brand,” said Lane. “Tribute Hotels are known for their elevated guest programming, and I am excited to bring some new fresh ideas to our guests that focus on unique experiences, service and quality.”
