OMNI HOTELS APPOINTS NEW CHIEF MARKETING OFFICER AND SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT OF SALES
IRVING, TX (July 23, 2008) – Omni Hotels announced today that Tom Santora has joined the organization as its new chief marketing officer and senior vice president of sales.
Santora is charged with leading the award-winning, innovative luxury hotel company’s continued brand growth and development. He will be responsible for establishing and driving a strategic plan across all disciplines including advertising, public relations, e-commerce, customer loyalty, global sales, revenue management and electronic and call center distribution.
“We are very pleased to have Tom join Omni Hotels at this important point in the brand’s evolution,” said Mike Deitemeyer, president of Omni Hotels. “His engaging leadership, broad knowledge base and exceptional luxury hotel expertise will enable us to propel the brand forward.”
Santora brings with him over 20 years in the hotel industry. As executive vice president of sales & marketing for Kor Hotel Group, Santora built the sales and marketing team and set the overall position for the company’s two iconic boutique brands, Viceroy and The Tides, and also played an integral role with their substantial portfolio growth. Prior to joining Kor, Tom served in various sales and marketing positions during his 16 years with Marriott, including opening the flagship Renaissance Hollywood Hotel, establishing centralized group sales centers in the west and facilitating national sales schools.
ABOUT OMNI HOTELS
Omni Hotels creates compelling, memorable guest experiences by tempting the senses in innovative ways, surrounding them with a balanced blend of scents, sounds, sights, textures and tastes. Omni Hotels offers luxury accommodations at 45 hotels and resorts in leading business gateways and leisure destinations across North America. From exceptional golf and spa retreats to dynamic business settings, each location features four-diamond services, including award-winning signature restaurants, Wi-Fi connectivity and unique fitness and spa offerings. Omni’s mission for total customer service is further supported by its “Power of One” program that empowers associates to make on-the-spot decisions to meet or exceed guest expectations. Guests can locate hotels and book accommodations by visiting www.omnihotels.com or by calling 1-800-THE-OMNI.