Gil Zanchi Named Area General Manager at New Orleans Marriott

New Orleans, LA (PRWeb) January 12, 2007 -- Gil Zanchi has been named area general manager at the New Orleans Marriott. A 23-year Marriott veteran, Zanchi brings extensive knowledge in marketing, food and beverage and hotel operations to the 1,290-room hotel located in the heart of the Big Easy.

Taking the reins at the New Orleans hotel, Zanchi will be overseeing daily operations including sales and marketing performance, customer and guest services and more.

"Right now there are few markets more exciting for a hotelier than New Orleans," said Zanchi. "And with a team as dynamic and committed as the one in place at the New Orleans Marriott, I am confident we will enhance the hotel's status among the top in the city for both the business and leisure travel segments."

The New Orleans French Quarter hotel is situated on lively Canal Street and boasts award-winning catering and event hosting abilities. With 80,000 square feet of meeting space, the New Orleans Marriott is one of the city's most coveted destinations for business conferences and social events ranging from expansive conventions to intimate social gatherings.

Zanchi's appointment as the area general manager for the New Orleans hotel follows his most recent post as the vice president of select service and extended stay hotels for the central region for Marriott International. The hospitality industry veteran has also served as food and beverage director for both Stouffer Hotel's Wailea Beach and the Renaissance Vinoy Resorts. Zanchi's history with the Renaissance brand also includes stints as the hotel manager for the Renaissance Mayflower Hotel in 1994 and general manager of the Renaissance Orlando Airport Hotel in 1997.

In addition to an illustrious career in the travel industry, Zanchi is also very involved with a number of associations, clubs, community service activities and more. Some of the organizations he works with include the Children's Miracle Network, the Marriott Business Council for Orlando and the Club Chef des Chef, where Zanchi is an honorable member. A native of Switzerland, Zanchi is a graduate of the Ecole Hoteliere Lausanne, and is fluent in French.

About the New Orleans Marriott Hotel
This beautiful New Orleans French Quarter Hotel highlights the unique spirit, rich culture, and distinct flavor of the Crescent City. Located at the edge of the historic French Quarter, guests are just steps away from Bourbon Street, the New Orleans Convention Center, the riverfront, and world-class restaurants that feature a variety of celebrity chefs. With 1,290 newly renovated hotel rooms, including 54 suites, this French Quarter landmark hotel combines plush accommodations, deluxe amenities, and a dedicated professional staff. Enjoy stunning views of downtown New Orleans and Mississippi River as well as award-winning catering and event hosting abilities. With 80,000 square feet of meeting space, this hotel is perfect for a variety of business conferences and social events ranging from expansive conventions to intimate social gatherings. For information on the New Orleans Marriott call 504.581.1000, or visit log onto www.neworleansmarriott.com.

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