Tracy Gleeson Email & Phone Number

In my role as Regional Vice President of Sales at Aimbridge Hospitality, I inspired sales and marketing efforts for a portfolio of 74 select service hotels, driving $220 Million in Rooms Revenue. I played a vital role in acquisitions, renovations, and strategic planning, fostering collaboration and communication across departments to achieve optimal financial results.

Houston And Dallas, Texas Area

As the Director of Regional Sales at Aimbridge Hospitality, I consistently drove sales and marketing strategies for a portfolio of 28 assets in the Houston and Dallas, Texas Area. By recognizing trends, defining clear goals, and inspiring creativity within my team, I achieved a 95% retention rate with employee tenure ranging from 4-6 years. I developed award-winning sales teams and mentored direct reports who have gone on to become Regional Directors of Sales and Area Directors of Sales.

Courtyard By Marriott Houston Galleria

In my role as Director of Sales and Marketing at Courtyard by Marriott Houston Galleria, I successfully revamped sales strategies to drive a 12.6% growth in market share and achieved a positive RevPar Index. By implementing new weekend strategies and optimizing weekday rates, we ranked #1 on the Star Report and increased ADR rates significantly. Additionally, I exceeded meeting space revenue targets and led the Houston cluster in market dominance.

Hyatt house Houston Galleria

In my role as Director of Sales at Hyatt Place, I effectively solicited and gained market share, leading to six digit revenue increases. By changing our sales mix and actively engaging with customers, I achieved a Platinum Year in 2011 and Awarded Sales Leader of the Year. Everyday continued to drive revenue growth through strategic partnerships and active participation in industry associations.

Responsible for all Individual Business Travel Sales in National and Local Accounts in all aspects of negotiating contracts, soliciting new accounts and maintaining long-term relationships with current accounts. Work with National Travel Managers to acquire and expand accounts through soliciting travel agencies and end users of Doral and now Marriott Product.Tripled Revenue in National and Local Market Segments from $490,000 in 2004 to $1,800,000 Million in 2006 and 2007. Increased number of Local Accounts from 26 to 78 between 2004 and 2007.Represented IHR at the National Business Travel Association Tradeshow in 2003, 2004, 2005 and 2007. Active member of the DFW Business Travel Association.Successfully created, designed and implemented Preferred Travel Membership Program. Effectively researched three major markets and pre-qualified leads for the Corporate, Business Travel, Catering and SMERF markets. Promoted to Business Travel 2004.Awarded Northstar Top Sales Achiever Award for 2005.Manager of the 4th Quarter 2005.Part of sales team effort to establish new flag and brand for the hotel.Successfully finalized contracts with existing and new clients.Employed relationships with Marriott Regional Sales Office and Texas Market Sales to increase market share.Developed marketing tools for sales team including sales incentive flyer and hotel PowerPoint presentation.

Formerly Doral Tesoro Hotel & Golf Club

Coordinated all aspects of corporate events, weddings and private parties.Hired and supervised caterers and florist.Handled marketing of small business through website design, networking and advertising decisions.Trained front desk employees.Utilized Microsoft Office, Act, and Quicken

Ba, Marketing

Bachelor, Business Administrationmarketing Concentration