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Mr. Kovensky

Mike Kovensky

Director of Sales & Marketing, InterContinental Miami

Mike Kovensky grew up on Long Island, NY, where the winters escorted him to Florida State University. Upon graduating with a degree in Hotel and Restaurant Management, he headed South.

Starting his career with Hilton Hotels in Atlanta, he began his journey in Hotel Sales.  After 5 plus years of learning the Group market, and how to communicate without a "New York" accent, he relocated to Long Beach, California. While in Long Beach, he enhanced his knowledge within the Transient segments. From California, he relocated back to NYC and further strengthened his knowledge in the Business Travel/Leisure segments and reconfirm his dislike for the cold Winters.  After two years in NYC, he relocated to Orlando getting back to working in Hotels in which the Group segment was the main audience. While in Orlando, he continued to work for Hilton, and then moving onto leadership opportunities within Wyndham and LXR.

After 17 years in Orlando, he explored a more balanced lifestyle in South Florida and assumed the role of Director of Sales & Marketing for the InterContinental Miami. Approaching 7 years at InterContinental, Mr. Kovensky has been able to lean on his varied experience over the years and contribute to a strong producing Sales team, while growing market share by more than 15% over the last 6 years.  

Mr. Kovensky currently resides in Delray Beach and treasures his Sirius radio for the long commute, in addition to his weekends spent with family, including 2 daughters, 5 grandchildren along with an unbelievably patient wife.

 


Please visit http://www.ihg.com for more information.

Mr. Kovensky can be contacted at 305-577-1000 or mike.kovensky@ihg.com

Coming up in May 2020...

Eco-Friendly Practices: Creative Innovation

Being eco-friendly is no longer a fad. It is an urgent planetary need and hotels are actively doing their part to reduce their carbon footprint by implementing sustainable, green practices. In addition to the goodwill derived from doing the right thing, hotels are also realizing the benefits to their business. A large percentage of Millennials expect hotels to be eco-friendly and will only patronize those properties that are proudly conforming. Consequently, more hotels are realizing that sustainability is a key element in a successful branding strategy. In addition, going green can lead to a more profitable bottom line, as savings on electricity, water and cleaning materials can add up. Also, there are other advantages that come with being an eco-friendly business, such as government subsidies and tax and loan incentives. As a result, many hotels are finding innovative ways to integrate eco-friendly practices into their business. Geo-thermal energy systems, along with energy-from-waste systems, are being used to heat and cool the property. Passive solar panels, green roofs, natural lighting and natural ventilation strategies also assist in energy conservation. Low-flow water systems and plumbing fixtures make a contribution, as does eco-friendly hardwood flooring, and energy efficient televisions and appliances throughout the property. In addition, some hotels have implemented in-room recycling programs, and only provide all-natural, personal care items. One hotel has actually constructed a bee-keeping operation on their grounds. Not only is this good for the bees but the hotel also produces products from the operation which they sell. This kind of creative innovation also holds enormous appeal to guests. The May issue of the Hotel Business Review will document what some hotels are doing to integrate sustainable practices into their operations and how they are benefiting from them.


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