Loews Appoints Tina Smith Executive Director of National Accounts
NEW YORK, NY - July 15, 2010 - Loews Hotels announced the recent appointment of Tina Smith as Executive Director of National Accounts. The announcement was made by Michael Dominguez, Vice President, Global Sales, Loews Hotels.
Bringing more than 16 years in hospitality sales and marketing to her new position at Loews Hotels, Smith is responsible for managing and growing Loews top key accounts in the North East, driving brand awareness and representing each of the Loews properties.
“Tina brings an ideal blend of leadership, intuitive sales and client development skills to lead our National Accounts,” said Dominguez in making the announcement. Prior to joining Loews, Smith held various sales and marketing positions with Starwood Hotels & Resorts, predominately in global sales, accountable for overall management of North East key accounts for nine Starwood Hotels brands. Most recently, she was Account Director for the Westin & Sheraton Beach Resorts in Fort Lauderdale.
Smith earned her Certified Meeting Planner (CMP) in 2007 and is an active member of MPI. She has been recognized for outstanding sales achievements numerous times during her tenure with Starwood, including several Starwood Platinum Sales Incentive Awards.
A native of New Jersey, Smith attended Bergen Community College and currently lives in Paramus with her husband of 20 years, Kevin, their two teenage sons, Brandon and Tyler and her three Maltese puppies. A devoted “sports mom,” Smith spends her free time cheering on her son's sports teams, reading, traveling, attending the theater and enjoying the outdoors.
About Loews Hotels
Headquartered in New York City, Loews Hotels owns and/or operates 18 hotels and resorts in the U.S. and Canada, including the newest 414-room Loews Atlanta Hotel opened April 1, 2010. Located in major city centers and resort destinations from coast to coast, the Loews portfolio features one-of-a-kind properties that go beyond Four Diamond standards to delight guests with a supremely comfortable, uniquely local and vibrant travel experience. Loews boasts some of the industry's most innovative and successful travel programs, including Loews Loves Kids for families and Loews Loves Pets for discerning animals on the road. For reservations or more information on Loews Hotels, call 1-800-23-LOEWS or check www.loewshotels.com.
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