Island Hotel Names Ron Sandvig Director of Travel Sales
Seasoned Veteran Brings Strong Travel Relationships to Newport Beach
NEWPORT BEACH, CA. October 24, 2016 - Adding to its talented team of sales professionals, Island Hotel Newport Beach, a luxury coastal hotel in the heart of Orange County's elite Newport Center, has named seasoned hotel executive Ron Sandvig as director of travel sales.
In his new position, Sandvig will leverage his extensive industry connections, concentrating on working with the hotel's top travel partners, including Virtuoso, Signature and American Express, while continuing to build lasting client relationships to bolster market share and drive revenue streams.
With more than 30 years of luxury hospitality sales experience, Sandvig was most recently vice president of travel industry sales for the 582-room oceanfront Terranea Resort, where he forged and cultivated strategic alliances with a series of high profile clients and affiliates.
According to Gerard Widder, general manager for the newly transformed 292-room Island Hotel owned and operated by Irvine Company, he will continue in a similar capacity in his new role.
“Ron has extensive leadership expertise in the hospitality sales arena and is an invaluable addition to our sales team,” said Widder. “Island Hotel has recently emerged from a comprehensive transformation, with a modern new look, updated technological conveniences and services, customized amenities and fresh culinary offerings. Ron's dedication, talent and vision - as well as strong relationships and industry connections - will be crucial as we continue to elevate Island Hotel's position as the region's top destination for both business and leisure travelers.”
Sandvig said he looks forward to taking the acclaimed hotel to even higher levels of excellence. “Island Hotel continues to raise the bar for luxury, service and amenities in Southern California,” he said. “I am thrilled to join this very talented team to spread the word and further strengthen its market position.”
With considerable industry credentials, Sandvig is well equipped for the task. His background includes 10 years as regional director of sales for Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, four years as director of sales and marketing for The Westin Long Beach and two years as director of national sales for Doubletree by Hilton.
A resident of Long Beach, he holds a bachelor's degree in business from the University of Hawaii.
About Island Hotel Newport Beach
Situated in Newport Center, the heart of Newport Beach and coastal Orange County, Island Hotel Newport Beach is a luxury coastal hotel offering breathtaking ocean, harbor and city views. Island Hotel features 292 guestrooms and suites, more than 23,000 square feet of event space, the largest ballroom in Newport Beach, a spa, fitness center and resort-style pool. Located just steps away from Fashion Island®, Orange County's premier outdoor coastal shopping and entertainment destination, Island Hotel is the social center of Newport Beach, one of California's most desirable beach cities located about 45 minutes south of Los Angeles. A member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts LVX™ Collection, guests at Island Hotel are eligible to enroll in the iPrefer® guest loyalty program to earn points, status and special benefits upon every stay. The Irvine Company Resort Properties owns and manages the finest resort and leisure destinations in Newport Coast and the City of Irvine. In addition to Island Hotel, the portfolio includes The Resort at Pelican Hill®, a Five-Star, Five-Diamond coastal resort in Newport Coast; Hotel Irvine, a lifestyle hotel designed for smart business travelers and avid destination seekers; Oak Creek Golf Club® in Irvine, featuring a challenging, Tom Fazio-designed public golf course; and several of the finest marinas in Newport Harbor and Northern California. For reservations and more information, please contact Island Hotel Newport Beach, toll-free, at 866.554.4620; or visit the website at www.IslandHotel.com.
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