Kim Castle Westhoff Email & Phone Number

Phoenix, Arizona, Us

The Global Ambassador is the first Author & Edit hotel created through a global lens and connected to the diverse community, city and neighborhood of which we reside. From the moment a guest enters our doors to the moment they leave our goal is to accommodate and exceed any desire they might have throughout their experience. I am responsible for soliciting new business opportunities from corporate accounts, international and domestic tour operators, wholesalers and high-end travel agencies.

London, Gb

Responsible for leading a team of three to manage, nurture and develop B2B group business for the entire Belmond portfolio (50 products in 24 countries) to key Wedding and Celebration planners, Leisure Group Organizers, Tour Series groups, Special Interest Groups and Alumni and Education planners. Sales exceeded $1.5M in 2021 and $2.4M in 2022.

London, Gb

Appointed to manage, nurture and further develop business for celebration and special interest groups for the entire Belmond portfolio which consists of 41 products ( hotels, trains, river cruises and luxury safaris) in 24 countries around the globe. Key responsibilities include account management, property collaboration and raising brand awareness. Increased group bookings from the USA and Canadian markets by over 20% in the first year.

Mclean, Va, Us

Appointed to oversee and develop the luxury consortia segment of "The Waldorf Astoria Collection", after the management acquisition of CNL Hotel Properties; Arizona Biltmore, La Quinta Resort and Club and Grand Wailea. Assisted in the direction and guidance of travel industry sales managers on how to gain maximum exposure, shift market share and exceed established goals through the development of personal relationships and individual business plans. Integrated the four original hotels, eight LXR hotels and 15 new-build hotels into a brand of luxury resorts with inspirational environments, exceptional experiences and authentic moments to promote to the travel agency community.

Phoenix, Az, Us

Responsible for domestic and international wholesale agreements, building and implementing the luxury consortia partnerships of American Express Fine Hotels and Resorts, Virtuoso Travel and Signature Travel Network.