Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront hotel, the largest convention hotel between Atlanta and Orlando, welcomes two new members to the sales team: Josh Hoce as the Associate Director of Sales, and Laura Gonzalez Pena as the Meeting Connections/Business Travel Sales Manager.
"We're proud to have Josh and Laura join our Hyatt family, and look forward to incorporating their insights as we continue offering the highest caliber of service," said Luis Aloma, general manager of Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront. "For years, our hotel has been at the heart of the downtown Jacksonville community, and we are dedicated to building its success. It is exciting to welcome two experienced sales professionals to the team, with strong backgrounds in this market, who can help us continue toward that goal."
Josh joins as the Associate Director of Sales with more than 10 years of industry experience in the Jacksonville market. In addition to being a leader on the sales team, he will also manage large groups in specialty markets, such as religious, fraternal and professional sports. During his years of experience, Josh has served in a multitude of sales roles at local hotels and with Visit Jacksonville. Josh is an advocate for Jacksonville and is excited to bring his passion for the local hotel industry to Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront.
Laura, a graduate of the University of Central Florida's Rosen College of Hospitality, will be taking on a dual role as Meeting Connections/Business Travel Sales Manager. She transferred to Jacksonville from Hyatt Regency Orlando, where she previously served as the Business and Leisure Travel Coordinator. Prior to that role, she worked in the Jacksonville hotel industry in 2016. She is thrilled to be back in Jacksonville and ready to bring her talents to the Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront team.
Josh Hoce, Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront Associate Director of Sales
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About Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront
Nestled along the beautiful St. Johns River in Jacksonville, Fla., Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront is in the heart of the city's downtown business, entertainment and sports districts and only a few minutes away from more than 20 miles of soft white sand Florida beaches. Convention, business and vacation travelers enjoy the hotel's 951 guest rooms, all of which are newly renovated and provide a modern aesthetic conducive to work, play and relaxation. With more than 116,000 sq. ft. of flexible meeting and exhibit space, anchored by a 28,000-sq. ft. Grand Ballroom, the hotel features outdoor terraces and event space overlooking the majestic St. Johns River, and is the largest convention hotel from Atlanta to Orlando. Additional hotel amenities include a 24-hour Stay Fit state-of-the-art fitness center; a luxurious rooftop pool; and in-room dining. For events and groups, the hotel's in-house hospitality IT support, and on-site A/V rental, make set up and production stress-free and seamless. For more information about Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront please visit: www.jacksonville.regency.hyatt.com or call (904) 588-1234.
About Hyatt Regency
The Hyatt Regency brand prides itself on connecting travelers to who and what matters most to them. More than 180 conveniently located Hyatt Regency urban and resort locations in over 30 countries around the world serve as the go-to gathering space for every occasion - from efficient business meetings to memorable family vacations. The brand offers a one-stop experience that puts everything guests need right at their fingertips. Hyatt Regency hotels and resorts offer a full range of services and amenities, including the space to work, engage or relax; notable culinary experiences; technology-enabled ways to collaborate; and expert event planners who can take care of every detail. For more information, please visit hyattregency.com. Follow @HyattRegency on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, and tag photos with #AtHyattRegency.