Solis Hotels and Resorts Names Gregory Naylor Director of Sales & Marketing for 454 unit Solis Chic
CHICAGO, IL, Nov. 9, 2005 Solis Hotels and Resorts, a new luxury hotel and resort brand, has named industry veteran Gregory Naylor as director of sales and marketing for its flagship property, Solis Chicago Hotel and Condominiums, located adjacent to Chicago's Magnificent Mile at Wacker Drive and Michigan Avenue and slated to open in the spring of 2006. The Solis brand was created in response to discerning guests' quest for distinctive experiences and exceptional service.
"Gregory's experience in launching some of the city's premier hotels made him a clear choice for the position of director of sales and marketing for Solis Chicago Hotel and Condominiums," said Horst Schulze, president and CEO of Solis Hotels and Resorts. "As the first city property of the Solis brand, Solis Chicago Hotel and Condominiums will set a new standard of luxury and elegance, catering to the world's most sophisticated travelers. Under Gregory's leadership, we are confident the hotel will enjoy a high-profile debut in the community, and be embraced by discerning guests and owners from around the world."
Naylor will oversee Solis Chicago Hotel and Condominiums' sales, marketing, advertising and public relations once extensive renovations are completed on the existing property in spring 2006, including the addition of state-of-the-art meeting facilities, a 4,000-square-foot ballroom and a new 7,000-square-foot spa and fitness center encompassing the entire fifth floor. Naylor's extensive luxury hotel experience includes prior leadership roles at the W Chicago City Center, with Starwood Hotels and Resorts, and The Ritz- Carlton Chicago, a Four Seasons Hotel. More recently, Naylor was instrumental in the opening of Hard Rock Hotel Chicago.
"Overseeing the sales and marketing for the Solis brand's flagship property is an exciting opportunity," Naylor said. "With its premier location, highly trained staff, and the guidance of Horst Schulze's executive team, I believe Solis Chicago Hotel and Condominiums is poised for tremendous success."
Naylor earned a Master of Arts Degree in International Hotel & Tourism Management and graduated with highest honors from Schiller International University in London, England. He has been recognized repeatedly for his exceptional sales and marketing acumen, including the distinction of being honored as one of the top two sales representative in North America for Starwood Hotels and Resorts.
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