Katheryne Veldhouse Appointed DHS at Hotel Duval
TALLAHASSEE, TN, January 20, 2009 - Hotel Duval, Tallahassee's first boutique hotel, is pleased to announce the appointment of Katheryne Veldhouse as its Director of Hotel Sales.
Upon graduating from Florida State University with a degree in Hospitality Administration, Veldhouse began her professional career with Club Corporation of America in 1997. Since then, she has worked for Sodexho-Marriott Services, La Quinta Hotels and Royal American Management, which oversees apartment properties in the southeastern region of the country. Veldhouse specializes in new business development and key account management. Throughout her career, Veldhouse has received several awards and acknowledgements, including the MMI Sales Department of the Year award in 2002 and the La Quinta Sales Shark award in 2005 and 2006.
"Veldhouse brings over 10 years of sales experience to the Hotel Duval team," said Chad Kittrell, owner of Hotel Duval. "Her specialization in new business development and key account management will be valuable as we establish ourselves at the forefront of Tallahassee's hospitality industry."
Tallahassee's first luxury boutique hotel, Hotel Duval, debuts March 2009. Originally built in 1951, this landmark hotel combines a rich local history with unparalleled service and sophisticated design elements. The newly renovated property features 117 guest rooms and suites, Shula's 347 Steakhouse, contemporary lobby lounge, rooftop bar overlooking the state capitol, 24-hour fitness center and more than 5000 sq. ft. of premier event space including a rooftop grand ballroom which feature large picture frame windows offering a spectacular view of downtown Tallahassee. For more information or to make reservations, please visit www.hotelduval.com or call 850-224-6000.
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