Sonesta Fort Lauderdale Beach Names New Group Sales Manager
Christine Legris to Spearhead Association & Florida Corporate Markets
Fort Lauderdale, FL. June 22, 2015 - Sonesta Fort Lauderdale Beach Hotel today announced the addition of the Christine Legris to its sales team. A seasoned hospitality industry veteran, Legris will serve as group sales manager, overseeing the association and Florida corporate markets, effective immediately.
“We are thrilled to have Christine Legris join our dynamic team, as she has exactly the right attitude, approach and experience,” said Eduardo Fernandez, the hotel's general manager. “Christine's ability to cultivate successful long-term relationships, combined with her incredible management skills, make her a terrific asset to our team. I look forward to working with her for years to come.”
Prior to joining Sonesta Fort Lauderdale Beach, Legris served as sales manager for Highgate Hotels at Hilton Cabana Miami Beach, where she assisted in the pre- and post-opening efforts for the hotel, exceeding revenue goals for group travel. Previously, Legris served as a key member on the sales team at The Seagate Hotel & Spa in Delray Beach, Florida, where she played an integral role in leisure and group sales.
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About Sonesta Fort Lauderdale Beach
Sonesta's newest destination, the AAA Four Diamond-rated oceanfront Sonesta Fort Lauderdale Beach, features 240 guest rooms including 24 spectacular suites, all of which boast panoramic views of the seven-mile stretch of Fort Lauderdale Beach. This recently rebranded oceanfront hotel is introducing a new level of hospitality to the Fort Lauderdale market by offering travelers a sense of place, not just a place to stay. Catering to both business and leisure travelers, the hotel is centrally located on the corner of Sunrise Boulevard and A1A only 8 miles from Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport and just minutes from the Las Olas Arts & Entertainment District and Port Everglades. Sonesta Fort Lauderdale Beach offers an authentic, local experience to guests and locals alike, brought to life through the brand's signature Food is Art, Liquid Art and Daily Delights programs.
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