Omni Hotels & Resorts Names New Corporate Director of Business Travel Sales

Luxury Hotel Brand Appoints New Leader to Lead Global Business Travel Sales Efforts for the Organization

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May 19, 2010, 09:00 ET

IRVING, Texas May 19 /PRNewswire/ -- Omni Hotels & Resorts is pleased to announce the appointment of Tracie Houston-Amend as Director of Business Travel Sales effective immediately. Houston-Amend will develop and direct Omni's Business Travel Sales initiatives and strategies as well as lead the Global Director of Business Travel Team. She will also work to promote the brand through customized multi-hotel agreements with key corporate travel managers.

"Tracie brings with her an incredible amount of experience and business savvy," said Tom Faust, vice president of sales and distribution for Omni Hotels. "We are excited to see how her experience and know-how will add value to our long lasting business travel relationships. We know that Tracie will be an invaluable asset to our organization."

Prior to joining Omni, Houston-Amend worked for Kimpton Hotels, most recently as the Area Director of Sales and Marketing at the Hotel Palomar and Hotel Lumen, in Dallas. Before joining Kimpton, she served as the Regional Director of Sales for Hotel ZaZa and their two hotels in Dallas and Houston.

About Omni Hotels & Resorts

Omni Hotels & Resorts creates genuine, authentic guest experiences at 45 distinct luxury hotels and resorts in leading business gateways and leisure destinations across North America. From exceptional golf and spa retreats to dynamic business settings, each Omni showcases the local flavor of the destination while featuring four-diamond services, signature restaurants, Wi-Fi connectivity and unique wellness options. Known for its award-winning, personalized service, Omni leaves a lasting impression with every customer interaction, with a heightened level of recognition and rewards delivered through its Select Guest loyalty program and the company's "Power of One" associate empowerment program. To get additional information or book accommodations, visit omnihotels.com or call 800-The-Omni.

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