Turnberry Isle Miami Announces Mark Young as Director of Catering and Conference Services
AVENTURA, FL - June 21, 2013 - Turnberry Isle Miami, the South Florida property favored by both leisure and group guests, announces Mark Young as Director of Catering and Conference Services. Confirmed by Paige Koerbel, Managing Director of Turnberry Isle Miami, Young is responsible for the oversight and successful execution of all group activity, and closely interacts with the property's celebrated team to deliver truly imaginative and authentic event experiences.
“We are excited to welcome Mark as the newest addition to our acclaimed conference services team,” said Koerbel. “With more than twenty years' industry experience catering to a broad range of clients including Fortune 500 companies, I am confident that Mark will ensure all Turnberry Isle Miami events - from small business meetings to corporate gatherings and elaborate weddings - are flawless and continue to exceed the industry standard.”
Young joins Turnberry Isle Miami with an extensive career in managing and executing upscale meetings and events, along with strong food and beverage operations experience. He has held leadership positions at distinguished four and five star resorts across the country and the Caribbean including most recently serving as Director of Catering and Conference Services for Trump International Beach Resort in Sunny Isles Beach, Fla. Young held similar positions during his tenures at Westin Maui Resort & Spa in Hawaii, The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum in Nashville, Peter Island Resort in the British Virgin Islands and The Breakers in Palm Beach.
As a result of his participation in various professional development programs at Cornell University, Young is well versed in hotel sales, group and convention sales and services, strategic and marketing management. Young received his bachelor's degree from the University of Florida.
In addition to an array of outdoor venues, Turnberry Isle Miami boasts a 40,000 square-foot Conference Center with a separate private valet entrance. Customized programs can be designed to meet each planner's distinct needs, while the resort's executive chef develops unique, authentic experiences through masterfully crafted cuisine seasoned with ingredients from the onsite chef's garden. The property also offers an array of amenities and activities to cater to a myriad of group and leadership activities.
For additional information about group packages, services and amenities at Turnberry Isle Miami, please visit the website or contact the sales team directly at 786-279-6261.
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