Midas Hospitality Hires New Task Force Director of Sales
Company hires hospitality veteran with more than 30 years of experience
ST. LOUIS, MO. August 31, 2016 - Midas Hospitality, a premier hotel management group, recently hired Karen Pitts as its Task Force Director of Sales. In this position, Pitts will provide additional support to the company's growing portfolio by conducting on-property assistance and ongoing training. Pitts also will assist with implementing sales and marketing strategies for the company's multi-branded hotels. This includes supervising, monitoring and developing programs based on Midas Hospitality's existing standard operation procedures.
Pitts is a seasoned hospitality sales and management professional. Prior to joining Midas Hospitality, Pitts worked as either director of sales or sales manager for numerous hotels throughout the St. Louis Metropolitan area. She focused on maintaining client relationships by ensuring excellent service, as well as budget and profit control.
“Karen brings a vast amount of experience to our organization,” said Kurt Furlong, Principal and Executive Vice President of Sales and Marketing. “We look forward to her providing additional support to the field.”
Founded in 2006, Midas Hospitality has developed, opened and currently manages numerous properties including 26 hotels in 11 states. The company serves global brands including Hilton, IHG, Marriott, and Starwood. Midas Hospitality's headquarters are located at 1804 Borman Circle Dr. in Maryland Heights, Mo.
For more information, call (314) 692-0100 or visit http://www.midashospitality.com.
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