The Marriott AC Hotel Chicago Downtown announced that Nicole Casaletto has been appointed director of sales and marketing.
In her new role, Casaletto will be responsible for leading sales strategies and initiatives for the hotel, managing all group room bookings and business accounts and maximizing all revenue streams.
Prior to joining the AC Hotel Chicago Downtown, Casaletto served as group sales manager and business travel sales manager for The Godfrey Hotel Chicago, where she was part of the pre-opening team for the 221-room luxury boutique property. She exceeded all 2014, 2015 and 2016 quarterly group sales goals.
Casaletto previously served as a sales manager for Wyndham Glenview Suites in Glenview, Ill. She also served as a group sales manager for Inn of Chicago as well as regional sales manager for The North Central Group in Middleton, Wis. Casaletto began her career in hospitality as a sales manager for Marcus Hotels & Resorts in 2008. She received a bachelor’s degree in business administration from the University of Missouri-Columbia in Columbia, Mo.
“Nicole’s vast experience in sales along with her knowledge of the Chicago hotel and travel market will be a valuable asset to our lifestyle brand,” said Chris Zarek, general manager. “We are excited to have her on our team.”
The 226-room AC Hotel Chicago Downtown, which is owned and managed by Marcus Hotels & Resorts, celebrated its one-year anniversary in June. There is 3,000 square feet of event space over five meeting rooms.
