Ed Curry Named Director of Sales & Marketing at Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel in California

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. October 07, 2015

SANTA MONICA, CA. October 7, 2015 - Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel has announced the appointment of Ed Curry as Director of Sales & Marketing. With more than 25 years of luxury hospitality experience, Curry oversees all of the beachfront property's strategic sales and marketing efforts.

"Ed's extensive background and knowledge of all aspects of the hospitality industry will help further support the growth of our beautiful hotel," said Paul Leclerc, General Manager. "We are excited to have him on our team and look forward to his energy and dynamic experience to continue driving our sales and marketing initiatives."

Curry joined Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel most recently from St. Supery Estate Vineyards & Winery in Napa Valley where he held the role of Vice President, Marketing & Direct Sales. Previously, he held an array of senior sales and marketing positions with luxury hoteliers, including Director of Sales & Marketing at The Langham, Huntington Hotel & Spa (formerly The Ritz-Carlton, Huntington Hotel & Spa), and Director of Sales & Marketing at The Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey.

Curry's experience also includes a pivotal role as National Sales Manager of Sun International, where he was on the opening team of Atlantis Paradise Island in the Bahamas, and Associate Director of Sales at Hyatt Regency San Francisco. Curry began his career as Sales Manager of Hyatt Regency Hilton Head in 1988.

Born and raised in Yosemite National Park where his family managed hotels and recreational activities for three generations, Curry earned a Bachelor of Science in Business and a Bachelor of Arts in Hotel & Restaurant Management from the University of Denver. Along with spending time with his wife and son, he enjoys travel, food, wine, and golf, having won the Northern California FedEx Golf Challenge in 2013.

About Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel

Situated on the edge of the Pacific Ocean, Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel is one of Los Angeles' most celebrated beachfront hotels. A top-to-bottom makeover brings exquisitely-restored marble floors, a beautifully reconceived lobby and a transformed oceanfront pool deck with oversized loungers that can be enjoyed while soaking up a magnificent sunset. Additional hotel features include 347 spacious guestrooms and suites, two restaurants and lounges, an eco-conscious spa and wellness center, and immediate proximity to Santa Monica's premier attractions. For more information, please call 310-458-6700 or visit www.santamonicaloewshotel.com.

About Loews Hotels & Resorts

Headquartered in New York City, Loews Hotels & Resorts has three distinct brands, Loews Hotels & Resorts, Loews Regency and OE Collection. The company owns and/or operates 23 hotels and resorts across the U.S. and Canada, including the newly acquired Loews Regency San Francisco, situated in the heart of San Francisco's Financial District and the new 400-room Loews Chicago which debuted downtown in March 2015. Loews Sapphire Falls Resort, the fifth hotel in partnership with Universal Orlando, will open in June 2016. Located in major city centers and resort destinations from coast to coast, the Loews portfolio features one-of-a-kind properties that go beyond Four Diamond standards to delight guests with exciting, approachable and local travel experiences. For reservations or more information about Loews Hotels & Resorts, call 1-800-23-LOEWS or visit: www.loewshotels.com.

Contact:
Sarah Murov
Loews Hotels & Resorts
[email protected]
(212) 521-2495

Ellyse Clarendon
Hawkins International PR
[email protected]
(212) 255-6541