Edgewater, Seattle, Names Sarah Kiepe DoSM
Seattle, WA - May 26, 2010 - The Edgewater Hotel is pleased to announce the addition of Sarah Kiepe to its executive team, effective immediately, as Director of Sales and Marketing.
Kiepe joins The Edgewater from Columbia Hospitality, Inc., where she was the Director of Sales for the Salish Lodge & Spa in Snoqualmie, Wash. During her tenure there, Kiepe was responsible for overseeing the resort's sales, catering, conference services, and reservation departments in addition to managing marketing initiatives for the luxury resort. Kiepe brings more than 20 years of experience in travel and hospitality. At The Edgewater, she will be responsible for overseeing The Edgewater's sales and marketing efforts.
Previous to her work with the Salish Lodge & Spa, Kiepe was the Director of Sales for Bell Harbor International Conference Center; World Trade Center Seattle, Director of Sales for Argosy Cruises, and the Director of Sales for Holland America. Kiepe brings with her a unique knowledge of The Edgewater, as she was the Director of Group Sales at the historic hotel from 2003 to 2006. A native of Seattle, she holds an Associate Technical Arts (ATA) degree in Travel and Tourism from Edmonds Community College.
“We are delighted to welcome Sarah back to the Noble House family,” said Dave Cocks, managing director of The Edgewater. “Sarah brings a wealth of sales and marketing experience to her new role and will be a dynamic addition to our team.”
“I'm thrilled to once again join the team at The Edgewater,” said Kiepe. “I have such fond memories of this extraordinary hotel and I am excited to hit the ground running.”
About The Edgewater Hotel
Named to AAA's prestigious Four Diamond list since 2006 and to Conde Nast Traveler's Gold List in 2008, The Edgewater Hotel overlooks Elliott Bay with spectacular views of the Olympic Mountains. The property features 223 luxuriously appointed guest rooms and suites and features award-winning dining at its signature restaurant, Six Seven. Perched atop Pier 67, the Edgewater is located within blocks of downtown Seattle, Pike Place Market, the trendy Belltown neighborhood and the Olympic Sculpture Park. For reservations and more information, call (206) 728-7000 or visit www.edgewaterhotel.com.
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