Hilton Garden Inn Recognizes 2006 Director of Sales of the Year
Robert Vadino, Director of Sales and Marketing for the Hilton Garden Inn Philadelphia Center City
BEVERLY HILLS, CA, March 26, 2007. Hilton Garden Inn, the upscale mid-priced brand that is part of the Hilton Family of Hotels, recently recognized Robert Vadino, director of sales and marketing for the Hilton Garden Inn Philadelphia Center City, as the 2006 director of sales of the year. The award was presented on February 21.
Vadino was selected among the other candidates because of his dedication and commitment to balance the needs of his customers and the Hilton Garden Inn Philadelphia Center City while embracing the Hilton Garden Inn brand's sales initiatives, including participation in e-Events, eAdvantage enrollments, INN the Zone, etc.). He has also achieved more than 100% of his individual annual revenue goals as well as been consistent in making a positive impact to his customers, guests, department, team, hotel and community.
According to Mark Nogal, vice president of hotel performance and sales support for Hilton Garden Inn, "Since joining the Hilton Garden Inn Philadelphia Center City in May 2002, Robert has proved himself time and again, leading his department in achieving its budget and booking goals and staying on top of industry news. He has a strong commitment to the brand and consistently maintains a high level of performance."
As the recipient of the award, Vadino will be invited to attend the prestigious Circle of Excellence Awards Ceremony at the Hilton Waikoloa Village which will take place May 15-18, 2007. In addition, he will also be able to include the Circle of Excellence insignia on his business card which shows his exemplary achievement as the Hilton Garden Inn 2006 Director of Sales of the Year.
The Hilton Garden Inn Philadelphia Center City is located at 1100 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107; phone: 215-923-0100; fax: 215-925-0800. To make reservations, call the hotel directly or visit www.philadelphiacentercity.stayhgi.com.
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