Homewood Suites , Frisco, TX Appoints DOS
Michelle K. White Appointed
FRISCO, TX., December 19, 2007. Homewood Suites by Hilton today announced that Michelle K. White has been appointed as director of sales of the new Homewood Suites by Hilton(R) hotel located at 3240 Parkwood Boulevard. The 117-suite hotel, currently under construction, is scheduled to open in late December 2007.
As director of sales, White will direct all areas of the hotel's sales operations including group accommodations, corporate sales and meeting services.
"Based on Michelle's outstanding record in sales, we are confident that she will be instrumental in ensuring the success of this new Homewood Suites by Hilton(R) hotel," said Michael Buta, Vice President of Operations for Magnolia Lodging. "Michelle will be a strong asset to this new property as we gear up for its opening."
Prior to her employment with Magnolia Lodging, Michelle has accumulated approximately 16 years of experience within the hospitality industry to include over ten years of experience working with various Hilton branded properties. As a resident of Frisco, she also brings prior sales experience within and around the Frisco community.
When completed, the new Homewood Suites by Hilton(R) Frisco will provide guests with a full complement of services and amenities including artwork from local Texas artisans, a private landscaped courtyard with a sparkling free form pool and heated spa, outdoor fitness area and a spacious indoor fitness facility equipped by Precor(R).
Launched in 1989, Homewood Suites by Hilton(R) today has more than 210 hotels open with another 125 in the pipeline.
Based in Carrollton, Tx., Magnolia Lodging LLC develops, builds and manages a variety of award-winning, nationally recognized hotels under the Hilton and Marriott brands. Magnolia Lodging's upscale hotels provide exceptional service and accommodations for travelers to the North Dallas and Houston areas.
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