Matt Crall Named GM of the Year for Marriott SpringHill Brand
ATLANTA, GA, April 6, 2006. At the annual General Manager's Conference held in San Diego, Marriott recognized the best and the brightest General Managers from Marriott-brand select-service hotels across the country. The company tapped Sivica Hospitality's Matt Crall as the number one General Manager of the Year for 2005 for the SpringHill Suites brand. Recognized for his leadership, excellence in hotel operations and top guest tracking scores, he earned the award for an unprecedented second year in a row. Mr. Crall serves as General Manager of Sivica Hospitality's SpringHill Suites-Mall of Georgia hotel.
Recognized quarterly for outstanding performance by Sivica Hospitality, Mr. Crall earned the distinction of being named the company's Manager of the Year 2005 for the third time from among 14 general managers. He consistently exceeded sales goals and his hotel scored well with guests and associates.
"Matt is a winner who continues to raise the bar for himself, his associates and his hotel, to go beyond expectations and attain success," said Fred Cerrone, President of Sivica Hospitality. "Matt develops people and he isn't afraid to delegate. He inspires others to strive toward excellence."
At the annual gathering, Marriott company officials highlighted achievements and rewarded the accomplishments of outstanding hotels and their managers. SpringHill Suites General Managers and owners from throughout the country attended the event along with representatives from Marriott International. Mr. Crall also earned a Diamond General Manager Award, one of four awarded for the brand.
"I am proud to accept these honors," said Crall. "My awards recognize the team effort that goes into everything that Sivica Hospitality is able to accomplish."
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