NEW YORK
Loews Hotels announced the appointment of Christine Lawson as senior vice president of Loews Sales Organization.
Lawson will oversee all aspects of sales for Loews Hotels & Resorts, Loews Regency Hotels and the OE Collection. She arrived at Loews Hotels after a 20 plus-year tenure with ;Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants where she advanced through multiple roles and promotions in sales & marketing, culminating to her most recent position as senior vice president of sales & catering.
"Christine's sense for innovation is backed with solid credentials, strong business acumen and a passion for relationships in our business. We are confident in the impact that her leadership will have as we continue to enhance and grow Loews Hotels," said Oliver Bonke, chief commercial officer, Loews Hotels. "Known as a visionary and sales expert, we look forward to her bringing that knowledge to customers, partners and the entire Loews Sales Organization across the portfolio."
A native of Berkeley, Calif., Lawson earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business with a major in marketing and a minor in human resources from the University of Washington in Seattle. She launched her hotel career as a sales manager for Hotel Durant in Berkeley. Lawson has been active in the hotel industry and volunteerism throughout her career and currently sits on the Customer Advisory Board of Newmarket International.