Spire Hospitality Welcomes Marletta Smith as Regional Director of Sales
Spire Hospitality, one of the nation's leading hotel management companies, proudly announces the appointment of Marletta Smith as the new regional director of sales. With over twenty-five years of experience in the hospitality industry, Smith will lead the sales team with her proven track record of increasing revenue growth and exceeding sales goals.
“We are thrilled to have Marletta join our Spire Hospitality team,” says Chris Russell, ceo of Spire Hospitality. “Her understanding of developing and facilitating business that produces successful results, makes her an esteemed asset to our team. She has demonstrated effective leadership skills and revenue strategies that contribute to elevating Spire Hospitality to the next level.”
Smith comes to Spire Hospitality from a long and impressive career in sales and operations. Most recently serving as corporate director of sales for NewcrestImage and Pillar Hotels and Resorts, Smith successfully directed and maximized revenues for 23 properties through strategic, direct sales and tactical revenue management. Prior to that, Smith was task force director for Prism Hotels and Resorts, where she increased room revenue YOY and market share. Smith attended the University of North Texas.
“It is an honor to join the Spire Hospitality team,” says Smith. “I'm excited to work with the established sales group and offer a hands-on approach.”
Owned by AWH Partners, LLC, a privately held real estate investment, development and management firm, Spire Hospitality is a leading provider of management services for hotel owners and investors. With a nimble organizational structure and deep bench of executive talent, Spire Hospitality provides owners and investors with unparalleled, personalized attention.
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