CHARLOTTE, N.C., Nov. 08, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hilton Charlotte University Place, a contemporary hotel committed to an innovative approach towards products, amenities and service, is excited to announce the appointment of Lena Sanok to Director of Business Travel. Lena brings exceptional leadership and expertise to the property and its guests in an effort to uphold the world’s most famous hotel brand’s standard of excellence.
Hilton Charlotte University Place exceeds far beyond traditional southern hospitality. The hotel staff is devoted to its guests and strives to make each stay a memorable experience. Due to her impressive resume, the Hilton staff is proud to welcome Lena and is confident she will continue to enhance the experience for each business guest during their stay.
“Lena boasts over 10 years of experience in the hospitality industry,” said Vineet Nayyar, Chief Operating Officer at GF Management. “We’re thrilled someone with her passion is joining our team here at Hilton Charlotte University Place.”
Lena ignited her passion for hospitality at The Westin Charlotte in 2004 and has continued to flourish in the industry since. Prior to joining Hilton Charlotte University Place, Lena served 2 years in the Global Business Travel Association Ladders mentoring program. During the course of her career, she has been highly active in the North Carolina Business Travel Association, working her way onto the board as Secretary and currently serving as an Allied Board Member. She has even had the honor or representing the organization four separate times at the Global Business Travel Association’s annual Legislative Summit.
In addition to these accolades, Lena had been awarded Hilton’s prestigious Circle of Excellence Award and was selected to attend Hilton’s Annual Top Performers Club Summit in 2016. Lena has undoubtedly earned a promising reputation in the industry due to her passion for travel and commitment to excellence, which makes her a perfect fit for Hilton.
“I know that traveling for work and being away from home is hard,” said Lena. “I love that I can make it my goal to make a hotel a home away from home for weary travelers where they know there is always a welcoming team to greet them at the end of a long day.”
Lena’s competitive spirit and determination helps to paint a picture of success with whatever challenges come her way. When Lena is not working, she is spending time with her husband and two sons, and during those rare instances of free time, you might find her recovering from a long run with a glass of wine and a good book.
To learn more about the Hilton Charlotte University Place and their new Director of Business Travel, Lena Sanok, please call (704) 916 - 2840 or email Lena.Sanok2@hilton.com.
About Hilton Charlotte University Place
Hilton Charlotte University Place is a lakeside hotel ideal for business and leisure travelers. Located only 15 miles from the Charlotte Douglas International Airport, this Charlotte hotel is near UNC Charlotte and next to the Shoppes at University Place, which offers multiple dining and shopping venues in a tranquil lake setting. The Charlotte Motor Speedway, where you can enjoy a variety of racing attractions, is only 5.8 miles from this hotel. Guests can enjoy complimentary access to the fitness center or swim in the seasonal outdoor swimming pool. Other amenities at this Charlotte, NC hotel include casual dining at Edgewater Bar & Grille, 20,000 sq. ft. of event space for groups of up to 800, and complimentary local shuttle transportation within a 5-mile radius Monday through Friday. Business minded guests can stay connected to the office, family and friends using complimentary standard Wi-Fi access.
About GF Management
GF Management is an award-winning, full-service hospitality ownership, management and advisory company founded in 1988 and based in Center City Philadelphia. With more than 80 hospitality assets under management, including hotels, resorts, conference centers, catering facilities, waterparks, casinos and golf courses in 28 states, GF Management specializes in third-party management, asset management and advisory services for a variety of individual, private, institutional and financial clients. Many of GF’s core hospitality assets within the portfolio are owned by its principals and therein provide the strength and balance of ownership and management. The Company is currently seeking to expand its portfolio of full-service ownership and management assignments through long-term contracts and joint-venture investment opportunities. For more information about GF Management call 215-972-2222 or visit www.GFHotels.com.
