Clearwater Beach, Fla. (November 29, 2016) — Wyndham Grand Clearwater Beach is pleased to announce the appointment of Miguel Diaz as director of sales and marketing for Clearwater’s new luxury resort, slated to open in January 2017. Diaz will lead the resort’s sales and catering team in its efforts to appeal to the growing number of affluent leisure and group businesses in the destination.
Diaz brings more than 20 years of hospitality and sales industry experience to the Wyndham Grand portfolio’s newest resort. Previously, Diaz held sales director roles at the Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa; Westin Beach Resort & Spa, Fort Lauderdale; Sheraton Fort Lauderdale Beach Hotel; Marenas Beach Resort & Spa; and Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate.
As director of sales and marketing for Wyndham Grand Clearwater Beach, Diaz will lead all sales, marketing and revenue generation efforts for the resort. Diaz will also serve as community liaison working with local tourism, economic development, and service groups and organizations, as well as leading all public relations and advertising actions for the resort. He will also work to motivate and mentor the sales, catering and convention services teams to execute impeccable events.
“My goal is for this hotel to set a new standard in Clearwater Beach with the help of the best sales, catering and convention team to establish Wyndham Grand Clearwater Beach as the best hotel for meetings, events and visitors to our beautiful city,” said Diaz.
Diaz’s highly-trained and carefully chosen sales team includes:
- Jessica Kendall, Director of Catering & Conference Services
- Sarah McChesney, Catering Sales Manager
- Doris O’Neill, Associate Director of Sales
- Renee Potoczny, Sr. Sales Manager
- Devin Trusty, Group Sales Manager
- Amanda Clark, Group Sales Manager
- Darrien Herning, Group Sales Manager
“The Wyndham Grand Clearwater Beach is setting out to transform the destination,” said Jurgen Schafers, Vice President of South Region Wyndham Managed Hotels. “We are confident that our flagship property in Clearwater Beach will thrive thanks to Miguel’s extensive experience and proven ability to effectively lead a successful sales and marketing team.”
Wyndham Grand Clearwater Beach will feature 343 luxuriously appointed guestrooms and suites, a full-service spa, superior dining options, and Clearwater Beach’s largest ballroom. To stay updated on the latest information about Wyndham Grand Clearwater Beach, please visit www.wyndhamgrandclearwater.com.
