Sion Edwards Appointed as DoSM for the Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa

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. November 05, 2014

SONOMA, CA - November 5, 2014 - Rick Corcoran, General Manager of the Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa is pleased to announce the appointment of Sion Edwards as Director of Sales & Marketing at the iconic Sonoma Valley resort. In this role, Sion will oversee all group and transient sales, catering/conference services and marketing activities at the storied Inn.

"I am delighted to join the Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa during this exciting post renovation time and I am especially pleased to lead the sales and marketing efforts at the prominent resort, which has truly defined Wine Country hospitality for generations. I look forward to working with the hotel's leadership team in bringing the landmark destination to new heights of luxury and guest satisfaction," shares Sion.

"With his extensive sales and conference service leadership experience and proven success most recently at the Fairmont San Francisco, Sion is a strong addition to the Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn team," shares General Manager, Rick Corcoran. "Mr. Edward's sales and guest service expertise will prove to further elevate the success and prominence of the resort."

Sion boasts two decades of progressive experience in hospitality sales and catering/conference service, beginning his career in 1994. After joining Fairmont Hotels & Resorts in 2000, Sion held various leadership positions at sister hotels including the Fairmont San Francisco and the Fairmont Royal York. Most recently, he served as Director of Sales at the Fairmont San Francisco. A certified meeting professional (CMP), Sion holds a diploma in hotel management from George Brown College.

Mr. Edwards and his two school-age sons will be relocating to the Sonoma area. A seasoned tri-athlete Sion also enjoys fine foods and wines.

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