Yvonne Smart Named Corporate Group Sales Manager at Honey Lake Plantation
GREENVILLE, FL - June 24, 2014 - Honey Lake Plantation, a proper Southern plantation tucked away in the rolling Red Hills region of Northeast Florida, proudly announces the addition of Yvonne Smart as corporate group sales manager. Bringing a wealth of meeting planning, marketing and management experience, Smart sets the standard for profitable business relationships and increasing financial performance for Honey Lake Plantation.
A skillful professional and strategic leader, Smart served nearly 20 years at The Florida Bar as the program administrator and director of professional development. Her additional noteworthy experience includes her role as seminar coordinator at Barton & Associates in Tallahassee, Fla. and alumni relations at Florida State University College of Law in Tallahassee, Fla.
“I am delighted to be a part of Honey Lake Plantation and to continue introducing groups to inspiring meeting options,” said Yvonne Smart, Corporate Group Sales Manager. “I believe my previous experience creates a strong foundation for this incredible opportunity.”
An active member in the community, Smart is a member of the Celebration Baptist Church, a board member of The University Center Club and a member of The Tallahassee Society of Association Executive. She is a former president and vice president of Business Networking International, Biz-to-Biz Chapter and currently serves as the secretary and treasurer.
“Yvonne encompasses the leadership skills and vision necessary to achieve success at Honey Lake Plantation,” comments Jeffery Clough, general manager, Honey Lake Plantation. “We are excited for the unparalleled level of service and excellence she will bring to our team.”
Nestled among 4,800 acres of centuries old live oaks and spring-fed lakes in Northeast Florida, Honey Lake Plantation beckons discerning guests to escape the modern-day frenzy and experience the finest in gracious Southern hospitality. An ideal location for weddings, retreats, meetings, events and leisure travelers, Honey Lake Plantation features lavishly rustic accommodations, a full-service spa, plantation-to-table cuisine and plenty of options for guests to discover the grandeur of the outdoors, including world-class hunting and sport shooting, fresh-water fishing, hiking, horseback riding and kayaking.
For more information or to make a reservation at Honey Lake Plantation, please visit www.honeylakeplantation.com, or call (850) 948-9911.
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