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HSMAI Announces 2024 Sales Career Achievement and Professional of the Year Honorees
HSMAI | October 24, 2024
McLean, VA (Oct. 24, 2024) – The Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI) is proud to introduce the 2024 Career Achievement and Sales Professional of the Year award recipients who will be celebrated during HSMAI’s Sales Leader Forum on Nov. 13, 2024 in Washington D.C. The following hospitality executives have showcased exceptional talent, a deep passion for their profession, and outstanding expertise in hotel sales. HSMAI’s Award for Career Achievement in Sales Dan Surette, Chief Sales Officer, Omni Hotels & Resorts Dan Surette is chief sales officer at Omni Hotels & Resorts where he leads the...
Omni Hotels & Resorts Breaks Ground on Omni Pontoque Resort at Punta de Mita
Omni Hotels & Resorts | October 1, 2024
DALLAS, TX (October 1, 2024) - Omni Hotels & Resorts has officially broken ground and construction is well underway on Omni Pontoque Resort at Punta de Mita, the brand’s first luxury resort in Mexico. Set to open in late 2026, Omni has assembled a seasoned design team to bring this dynamic concept to life, including Bob Glazier, HKS Architects, Farouki Farouki, Girvin Associates, and Waldrop + Nichols, with The Beck Group managing construction. Staying true to the brand’s mission of creating elevated places and spaces that are inspired by a destination, the resort’s exterior and interiors will pay homage to the local culture with a...
Omni Hotels & Resorts Appoints Annette Bales as New Vice President of Sales
Omni Hotels & Resorts | September 17, 2024
Dallas, TX, September 17, 2024 - Omni Hotels & Resorts is pleased to announce the appointment of Annette Bales as the new Vice President of Sales. With a wealth of experience in the hospitality industry, Bales brings a dynamic approach to the role in leading and coordinating all global and property-based sales activities for Omni Hotels & Resorts. In her new role, Bales will spearhead the development and execution of strategic sales plans, driving Omni’s mission to create and maintain a highly energized selling culture across its vast portfolio. Her key responsibilities will include increasing revenues through enhanced marke...
Omni Hotels & Resorts Partners with Midland Downtown Renaissance, LP to Develop a Convention Hotel in Downtown Midland, Texas
Omni Hotels & Resorts | September 12, 2024
DALLAS, TX (September 12, 2024) - Omni Hotels & Resorts has signed a development agreement with Midland Downtown Renaissance, LP, a collaborative effort by leading Midland-based companies, foundations and investors, to develop and manage a highly anticipated 135-room luxury hotel in the heart of downtown Midland, Texas. Omni, whose headquarters are in Dallas, is excited to expand upon its Texas presence with the addition of the Omni Midland Hotel – Omni’s 12th hotel in the state. The hotel plans include approximately 15,000 square feet of meeting space, a 7,000 square-foot ballroom, 135 guest rooms, a spa, a rooftop pool, a lobby ...
Ernest N. Morial New Orleans Exhibition Hall Authority Takes Steps to Develop a Headquarters Hotel
Omni Hotels & Resorts | May 23, 2024
New Orleans, LA (May 23, 2024) – The Ernest N. Morial New Orleans Exhibition Hall Authority (the Authority) has approved two resolutions critical to moving forward with the development of a 1,000-room headquarters hotel for the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center (NOENMCC). In addition to accepting a formal letter of intent (LOI) with Omni Hotels & Resorts (Omni) to own and operate the headquarters hotel, today the Authority voted to approve a purchase and sale agreement for property at Convention Center Boulevard and Andrew Higgins Boulevard. The site, currently operated as the Sugar Mill event venue, is immediately across t...
Omni Hotels & Resorts Appoints Michael Innocentin as Chief Marketing Officer
Omni Hotels & Resorts | May 14, 2024
DALLAS, TX (May 14, 2024) - Omni Hotels & Resorts is pleased to announce the appointment of Michael Innocentin as its Chief Marketing Officer. Innocentin will oversee the planning, development, and execution of all brand marketing initiatives, including advertising, public relations, social media, the website, and digital campaigns. Additionally, he will direct Omni’s customer engagement and Select Guest Loyalty programs. He will report directly to Jeff Doane, Omni’s Chief Commercial Officer. “I'm excited to join Omni because of its commitment to exceptional guest experiences and its diverse portfolio of hotels & resorts," s...
Omni Hotels & Resorts Appoints Trip Riggs as Chief Financial Officer
Omni Hotels & Resorts | March 7, 2024
DALLAS, TX (March 7, 2024) - Omni Hotels & Resorts is pleased to announce the appointment of Trip Riggs as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO), reporting to President Kurt Alexander. Riggs will oversee the company's finance and accounting functions and play a vital role in driving performance and growth within the executive leadership team. Regarding the appointment, Kurt Alexander shared: “Trip has a demonstrated track record of leading high-performing teams that support the business in generating best in class returns. We are excited to have him on the team, and we believe his expertise will allow Omni to further strengthen our ...
Omni Hotels & Resorts Appoints Jeff Doane to Newly Created Chief Commercial Officer Role
Omni Hotels & Resorts | January 10, 2024
Fairmont Veteran to oversee Omni’s Commercial Growth Strategy to Further Enhance the Brand’s Market Position Dallas, TX – Omni Hotels & Resorts is pleased to announce the appointment of Jeff Doane as its new Chief Commercial Officer. With over 20 years of hospitality experience, Doane brings a wealth of expertise from his previous senior executive roles with Fairmont Raffles Hotels International and most recently as Chief Commercial Officer at Accor North America. Doane will report directly to President Kurt Alexander and oversee the development and execution of Omni’s integrated commercial strategy across Omni’s current ...
