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Terranea Resort's Agnelo Fernandes Named Resort Marketer of the Year
Rancho Palos Verdes, Calif. (July 9, 2012) - Agnelo Fernandes, vice president of sales and marketing for Terranea – Los Angeles’ oceanfront resort – has been named the 2012 Resort Marketer of the Year by Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI).
The distinguished award was bestowed upon Fernandes in acknowledgment of the high degree of excellence he has achieved in his marketing initiatives for Terranea Resort, as well as his past successes as a resort marketer, and his ongoing commitment and contributions to the hospitality industry as a whole. Fernandes was presented the honor before an audience of hospitality and tourism industry leaders during HSMAI’s Resort Marketing Strategy Conference on June 26, in Baltimore, MD.
With more than two decades of experience in the hospitality industry, Fernandes has brought a breadth of knowledge and innovation to his position at Terranea Resort. Since the resort’s debut in 2009, Fernandes has been instrumental in implementing new, cutting-edge marketing strategies and highly successful marketing campaigns, print and online, which has led to increased revenue and online presence for Terranea. With his guidance the 102-acre, $480-million-dollar oceanfront resort continues to experience exponential growth in both occupancy levels and revenue, and is poised to further exceed year-over-year figures for 2012.
“Agnelo has achieved remarkable growth for Terranea since its opening and continues to be instrumental in driving business for the resort and further positioning and growing our brand,” says Terri A. Haack, executive vice president and managing director of Terranea Resort. “It is wonderful to have such a talented marketer leading our team and to see his many accomplishments acknowledged within the hospitality industry.”
Early this year, Fernandes also made HSMAI’s exalted list of the “Top 25 Most Extraordinary Minds in Sales and Marketing.” The list spotlights the best and brightest sales and marketing professionals in the hospitality, travel and tourism industries. Recipients of this honor are noted for their vision and creativity in spearheading landmark initiatives that not only drive business growth, but also raise the bar for innovation and leadership across the industry.
“It is an honor to be recognized by my industry peers and HSMAI,” shared Fernandes. “I am fortunate to have the opportunity to work with a truly exceptional resort like Terranea and to be part of such a passionate team, who all have been instrumental in helping Terranea become Los Angeles’ most coveted coastal retreat and an iconic destination for travelers. I am also grateful for the mentors and amazing individuals and teams that have guided my career over the years”
Nominations for the prestigious Resort Marketer of the Year award are received from HSMAI chapters and the industry at large. Nominees represent the very best in the field of marketing and are judged by a panel of industry leaders on a variety of criteria.
About Terranea Resort
Terranea, Los Angeles’ premier oceanfront resort, is located on California’s Palos Verdes Peninsula. Amid unparalleled Pacific Ocean views, guests enjoy world-class accommodations with 582 rooms that range from hotel suites to bungalows, oceanfront casitas and spacious villas, which are also available for purchase as a second home through the resort’s Real Estate Division. Amenities include The Links at Terranea, a nine-hole par three golf course; award-winning 50,000 sq. ft. oceanfront spa and fitness center; three swimming pools and a 140-foot waterslide; marea luxury boutique; 135,000 sq. ft. of conference and meeting space; and eight dining venues, including signature restaurant mar'sel; Nelson's, a cliff-side spot ideal for whale watching; and Asian-inspired bashi, newly opened June 2012. The resort’s innovative activity center and adventure concierge, Pointe Discovery, lets guests discover and explore Terranea’s rich terrain with miles of scenic coastal trails, secluded beach cove and ocean environment. Fun, enriching programs and activities such as habitat photography, falconry, kayorkle and paddleboarding are also abound. Terranea Resort is owned by a joint venture comprised of Lowe Enterprises and JC Resorts and managed by Destination® Hotels & Resorts. For more information, visit www.terranea.com, call 866-802-8000 or follow Terranea on Facebook and Twitter.
About HSMAI
The Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI) is committed to growing business for hotels and their partners, and is the industry’s leading advocate for intelligent, sustainable hotel revenue growth. The association provides hotel professionals & their partners with tools, insights, and expertise to fuel sales, inspire marketing, and optimize revenue through programs such as HSMAI’s MEET, Adrian Awards, and Revenue Optimization Conference. HSMAI is an individual membership organization comprising more than 7,000 members worldwide, with 40 chapters in the Americas Region. Connect with HSMAI at www.hsmai.org, www.facebook.com/hsmai, www.twitter.com/hsmai and www.youtube.com/hsmai1.
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