The Resort at The Mountain, Mount Hood, Oregon Welcomes New Personnel

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. November 15, 2013

WELCHES (Mount Hood), OR - November 15, 2013 - The Resort at The Mountain announces changes to its staff with the appointment of Aaron Williams as Director of Food and Beverage, Amber Cagle as Director of Sales and Rachelle Closner as Spa Manager.

"This is an exciting time for The Resort," said John Erickson, general manager of The Resort. "Aaron, Amber and Rachelle each bring great qualities, experience and insight in the hospitality industry, and I'm confident that they will each enhance the overall experience here at The Resort."

Aaron Williams, director of food and beverage, is responsible for the oversight, management and quality assurance for all aspects of the food and beverage program at The Resort, including the property's two restaurants, Altitude and mallards cafe & pub. He comes to The Resort from a versatile background within the hospitality industry. Prior to The Resort, Williams worked at The Farmers Union Restaurant in San Jose, Calif; Harbor Shores Golf Club in Benton Harbor, Mich.; Northwoods Lodge in Aspen, Colo., Bull Valley Golf Club in Woodstock, Ill.; Tiger Point Golf Club in Gulf Breeze, Fla.; and Shipyard Golf Club in Hilton Head, S.C.

Amber Cagle, director of sales, is responsible for managing The Resort's sales team through the development and implementation of sales strategies for multiple divisions including accommodations, golf, catering, food and beverage and special events at The Resort. Most recently, Cagle was the director of sales and hospitality revenue and the interim general manager at University Place Hotel in Portland, Ore. Her previous experience includes sales director and management roles at The Riverhouse Resort and Convention Center in Bend, Ore.; Skamania Lodge in Stevenson, Wash.; Salishan Spa and Golf Resort in Gleneden Beach, Ore.; Boulder Creek Golf Club in Boulder City, Nev.; and Belagio Hotel and Resort in Las Vegas.

Rachelle Closner, spa manager, is responsible for all aspects of The Spa including operations, payroll processing, ordering spa supplies and retail inventory, scheduling and new program development for the 5,000 square-foot facility. Closner is a native of Boring, Ore. and has a degree in Massage Therapy from the East West College of Healing Arts in Portland, Ore.

The Resort offers an extensive list of onsite recreation, including lawn games, croquet, tennis, basketball, volleyball, badminton, nature trails, mountain biking and more; as well as scenic golf at the 27-hole golf complex, The Courses; wellness-focused treatments at The Spa; and Northwest cuisine at the casually upscale Altitude and seasonally open mallards cafe & pub.

Guest rooms at The Resort are outfitted with Simmons® Beautyrest Black™ Beverly Hills™ beds wrapped in luxury linens, wall-mounted HDTVs, spacious desk areas and ergonomic chairs, oversized walk-in showers with rain head sprays, Green Natura bath amenities and more.

For more information about dining at The Resort, including hours of operation, menus and special events, visit www.TheResort.com/dining or call 503-622-2214. For more information about The Resort, including overnight packages, upcoming events and full list of property features and guest amenities, visit http://www.theresort.com or call 503-622-3101.

About The Resort at The Mountain

The Resort at The Mountain, winner of a 2012 TripAdvisor® Certificate of Excellence, three-time recipient of Smart Meetings Platinum Choice Award, 2011 Incentive Platinum Choice Award and 2011 Elite Meetings International Elite Gold Certification, and winner of The Knot Best of Weddings 2011 and 2012 Ceremony and Reception category, 2013 Oregon Bride Best Venue for Large Galas, and 2012 Oregon Bride Best All-Inclusive Wedding Destination, is located at 68010 E. Fairway Avenue in Welches, Ore., at the western base of Mt. Hood. The Resort has something for everyone with activities including golf, spa, skiing, fly fishing, croquet and tennis, along with 15,000 square feet of flexible meeting and banquet space. In 2009, The Resort completed a $14 million renovation and expansion to offer high-end accommodations and public areas that are ideal for both corporate meetings and leisure travelers. The Resort is a member of Stash Hotel Rewards™, a point-based rewards program that allows guests at independent hotels to quickly earn free stays at participating properties. For reservations, call toll-free (877) 439-6774. Contact The Resort at The Mountain directly at (503) 622-3101 or visit http://www.TheResort.com.

About Coastal Hotel Group

Coastal Hotel Group is a privately held, Seattle-based hotel hospitality management company specializing in distinctive luxury hotels, resorts, inns, and lodges. Established in 1987, Coastal Hotel Group has earned a reputation for providing remarkable lodging choices for the discerning traveler. Coastal Hotel Group is a founding member of Stash Hotel Rewards™, a point-based program that allows guests at independent hotels across the country to quickly earn free nights at any participating property. For more information about Coastal Hotel Group, visit http://www.CoastalHotels.com.