KOHALA COAST, Hawaii
Peter Thoene has been named director of sales and marketing of Mauna Lani Bay Hotel & Bungalows on Hawaii’s Big Island.
As a seasoned hotelier and veteran sales and marketing director in the hospitality industry, Thoene brings years of leadership experience to Mauna Lani. His most recent position was director of sales and marketing at Mauna Kea Resort. Previously, he was the director of sales and marketing for Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa Resort and Wailea Beach Marriott Resort & Spa, Maui and prior to that Thoene was the director of sales at Kapalua Bay on Maui.
“Mauna Lani is proud to have Peter lead our sales & marketing team,” said Rodney Ito, general manager of Mauna Lani Bay Hotel & Bungalows “Peter is well respected in the industry and has strong working relationship with key-decision makers. Peter’s early career included time at Mauna Lani so he is well versed in the assets of Mauna Lani’s cultural preservations and environmental traditions. His results driven leadership skills and strong work ethic will help Mauna Lani to grow our sales and he will be a tremendous asset. We look forward to working with Peter and to the continued success of Mauna Lani’s sales and marketing team. ”
Mauna Lani Bay Hotel & Bungalows offers 341 guest rooms and the 10,800-square-foot Hale Hoaloha "House of Friends" Pavilion can accommodate up to 600 guests.
