Nathan Wood Named Director of Sales & Marketing at Chateau on the Lake Resort, Spa & Convention Center in Missouri

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. November 23, 2015

BRANSON, MO. November 23, 2015 - The AAA Four-Diamond Chateau on the Lake Resort, Spa & Convention Center, located in the picturesque Ozark Mountains overlooking pristine Table Rock Lake in Southwest Missouri, has named Nathan Wood its Director of Sales & Marketing. In his new position he is responsible for overseeing the sales staff and the sales and marketing efforts for the resort.
Widely considered one of the finest resorts in the Midwest, the resort features 301 newly renovated guest rooms and suites, 43,500 square feet of meeting space all on one level, and many scenic outdoor venues. The resort is a consistent recipient of the meetings industry's highest honors, including Successful Meetings magazine's prestigious “Pinnacle Award,” which it recently captured for the 10th time.

Wood joins Chateau on the Lake Resort, Spa & Convention Center from the historic The Westin Columbus in downtown Columbus, Ohio, where he served as the Director of Sales & Marketing for the upscale 188-room hotel. An effective leader with proven results, his extensive experience also includes serving as the Director of Sales & Marketing for Sheraton Omaha in Omaha, Nebraska, where his team consistently exceeded their sales and revenue goals and increased Guest Experience Scores. Prior to that, he served as the Director of Sales & Marketing for Sheraton Suites Country Club Plaza in Kansas City, Missouri; and as Director of Sales & Marketing for Hampton Inn & Suites Country Club Plaza in Kansas City, Missouri. For the past year he also was a Member of the Board of Trustees for The Thurber House, a non-profit literary center and museum headquartered in Columbus, Ohio. He is a Certified Tourism Ambassador (CTA), and was recognized as one of the “2014 People to Know in Hospitality” in Columbus, Ohio by Clark, Schaefer Hackett in its “2014 State of the Industry Hospitality Edition” white paper. He may be reached at Chateau on the Lake Resort, Spa & Convention Center at 417-243-1723 or [email protected] .

“Nathan is an outstanding addition to our executive team, and will do a great job overseeing the resort's sales and marketing efforts,” said Stephen Marshall, the resort's Vice President & General Manager. “With a strong background in sales, and a passionate commitment to assisting clients, he will be an invaluable resource for meeting professionals, association executives, incentive travel specialists and business executives who are interested in conducting a meeting or program at our AAA Four-Diamond, lakefront resort.”

Wood added, “Featuring truly scenic views of Table Rock Lake and exceptional meeting facilities, Chateau on the Lake has long been a favorite with meeting professionals and incentive specialists for meetings and events, both large and small. I am very excited to join the award-winning resort's team, and look forward to assisting planners with the coordination of meetings and programs at this fantastic resort.”

Not resting on its many laurels, the resort completed the renovation of its 301 guest rooms and suites, and the renovation of all of its smaller meeting rooms in January 2015. In addition, in January 2015 the resort added a new Executive Board Room with state-of-the-art A/V and technology capabilities, and enhanced all of its meeting space (including its Great Hall ballroom) with new LED lighting, new flex-back banquet chairs, and new “linenless” meeting tables.

The resort offers 20 meeting rooms, including the 32,000-square-foot Great Hall, and three corporate board rooms in addition to the new 684-square-foot Executive Board Room. The resort also features a private 54-seat theater for special presentations, high-speed Internet access in all meeting rooms, a 24-hour business center, on-site Audio/Visual service with state-of-the-art A/V equipment and technology, complimentary Wi-Fi in pre-convene areas, and outstanding banquet and catering services.

The resort's guest rooms and suites now feature all-new beds, Serta Perfect Sleeper plush mattresses, and bedding. This includes elegant cherry wood headboards, custom-made toppers with down insert, two types of fluffy king-size pillows, and 300 thread-count sateen sheets. In addition, guest rooms and suites also now feature such new furniture as granite-top desks and bedside tables, as well as beautiful new window treatments, custom-made shower curtains, new Gilchrist & Soames bathroom amenities, and two new desk and bedside phones. Guest rooms and suites now feature a new color scheme with rich tones of brown, beige and yellow.

A recipient of the prestigious AAA Four-Diamond rating for 16 consecutive years, the resort features an impressive mountaintop and lakefront setting, providing beautiful vistas of pristine Table Rock Lake, lush gardens, and the surrounding mountains. Boasting a vast array of recreational options, award-winning service, and a location convenient to the diverse entertainment offerings of Branson, and it is easy to see why the resort is such a popular choice for groups.

Recreational options at the resort include the exceptional 14,000-square-foot Spa Chateau. The full-service European-style spa features 10 treatment rooms; customized body treatments; a soothing Infinity Tub that is filled from the ceiling; an opulent outdoor Roman Bath situated beneath a waterfall overlooking Table Rock Lake; and a hair salon.

Other recreational options at the resort include the full-service Chateau Marina (open seasonally), offering an assortment of boat rentals, such as pontoons, ski boats, wave runners, and sea kayaks. Parasailing, catamaran and guided fishing excursions, scuba diving, and snorkeling, are among the many other available options.

In addition, the resort features a 24/7 fitness center, two lighted tennis courts, a 24/7 year-round indoor pool and hot tub (adults only after 10 p.m.), an outdoor (seasonal) hot tub and pool, hiking and biking trails, the indoor video theater, and full-service concierge. Golf at six area courses, which includes two of Missouri's finest, also is available to groups and guests.

The resort's dining options include the award-winning Chateau Grille, known for its elegant presentation and exceptional cuisine. Casual fare options include: the Downstairs Deli (seasonal), serving bistro-style sandwiches, hand-made pizza, and “to go” box lunches; Atrium Cafe & Wine Bar, located in the lobby beside an indoor waterfall and stream; and The Sweet Shoppe, offering ice cream, baked goods, candies, and specialty coffees.

In addition to the new offerings, the resort's spacious guest rooms and suites feature tiled stone baths, 37” inch flat-screen HD televisions, dual-line telephones, iron and ironing board, coffee maker featuring Wolfgang Puck coffee in the suites, in-room safes, and in-room on-demand movies (at a nominal fee).

Described as the “Live Music Show Capital of America,” Branson features more than 80 live shows per day during the season and a variety of impressive attractions. Among the recreational options in Branson are the popular Silver Dollar City, and the acclaimed Titanic Museum Attraction. Other offerings include The Branson Landing in the heart of downtown Branson on Lake Taneycomo, just one block away from historic downtown, which features festivals, musical events, a variety of waterfront dining options, and 400,000 sq. ft. of shops, boutiques, galleries and specialty gift shops.

Additional features at Chateau on the Lake Resort include an impressive 10-story sky-lit atrium that has meandering streams brimming with colorful Koi fish, plus a charming library lounge with a great stone fireplace.

Chateau on the Lake Resort, Spa & Convention Center is owned and managed by Springfield, Missouri-based John Q. Hammons Hotels & Resorts. For more information, call the resort at 1-888-333-LAKE (5253) or (417) 334-1161, and visit ChateauOnTheLake.com .