Royal Sonesta New Orleans Names Will Webre Sales Manager
New Orleans, LA. July 7, 2015 - The Royal Sonesta New Orleans is pleased to announce the addition of Will Webre as the hotel's sales manager. Webre will focus his expertise on group markets along the west coast domestically in addition to expanding international business opportunities. Specifically, he will oversee booking groups while working with each from point of arrival throughout their experience at Royal Sonesta New Orleans thus ensuring the highest caliber of professional service possible. Additional responsibilities include soliciting new business while maintaining and servicing existing hotel accounts.
Prior to joining the Royal Sonesta New Orleans, Webre was responsible for all sales and sponsorships at New Orleans Ernst N. Morial Convention Center as the site's trade shows sales manager. Additionally, he served as sales manager at both the Hotel Monteleone and the InterContinental New Orleans.
As sales manager, Webre reports directly to Brigette Folse, director of sales and marketing at Royal Sonesta New Orleans. "Will's comprehensive knowledge of the area's burgeoning hotel industry combined with his extensive sales experience makes him the perfect candidate for this key hotel position. Will's disciplined work ethic and interactive skills blend seamlessly with our team. I look forward to working with him," says Folse.
Will Webre obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration from the University of New Orleans. He served our country honorably for seven years as a member of the United States Marine Corps Reserves.
About Royal Sonesta New Orleans
The Royal Sonesta New Orleans is a 483-room luxury hotel that provides visitors with an authentic New Orleans experience. The property encompasses an entire city block at 300 Bourbon Street and is located steps away from some of the finest shopping and visitor attractions in the city. With an historic location and distinct French Quarter architectural features, the hotel is home to Irvin Mayfield's Jazz Playhouse, the original PJ's Coffee Cafe, Desire Oyster Bar, and the award winning Restaurant R'evolution. The Royal Sonesta New Orleans is one of 58 properties within the Sonesta Collection. For more information, visit Sonesta.com or call us in New Orleans at 504.586.0300.
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