Crestline Appoints Michael Sanders GM for Marriott Plaza San Antonio
JANUARY 16, 2007. Crestline Hotels & Resorts, Inc. today announced the appointment of Michael Hunter Sanders as General Manager for the 251 guestroom Marriott Plaza San Antonio. The hotel, which recently completed a $5 million renovation, occupies a six acre park- like setting that is steps from the City's famous River Walk.
Mr. Sanders joins Crestline Hotels & Resorts from Davidson Hotel Company where he was General Manager of The Colonnade Hotel in Coral Gables, FL. He brings 18 years of hospitality industry experience to his new role. He previously served as the hotel manager at the Marriott Country Club Plaza, Kansas City, MO; general manager at the Wyndham Hotels & Resorts in Indianapolis and Nashville; as well as the hotel manager for the St. Anthony, a Wyndham Hotels & Resort Historic Hotel in San Antonio.
"Michael's extensive hospitality industry background combined with his genuine love for San Antonio make him an excellent choice to lead this beautiful hotel," said Dave Durbin, President and CEO of Crestline Hotels & Resorts. "The extensive renovation of the Marriott Plaza and its perfect downtown location provide a favorite destination for business travelers, conference planners and tourists. "Michael's experience in operations, as well as food & beverage and meetings management will help drive this property's ongoing success," added Durbin.
Mr. Sanders holds a B.S. from the University of Houston, where he graduated Cum Laude from the Conrad Hilton College of Hotel & Restaurant Management. He is active in the hospitality industry. Mr. Sanders can be reached at the Marriott Plaza San Antonio at 210-229-1000 or at [email protected].
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