Radisson Hotels And Resorts Worldwide

Deann Patena Returns to Radisson at Star Plaza as Director of Sales

"Deann previously was the Senior Sales Manager at the hotel between 1999 and 2008, and she brings a wealth of sales experience with her as well as an established history and relationships with a myriad of key clients and organizations," said , which is managed by Sunburst Hospitality Corporation. At that property she was again the General Manager.

Patena's career in sales began in earnest when she worked for hotel management firm USFS where she was the Regional Sales Manager for nine hotels across the Midwest. It was after leaving this position that Patena first joined White Lodging as the Senior Sales Manager at the Radisson.

In her nearly nine years at the Radisson, Patena consistently exceeded sales goals and was responsible for chapter of Meeting Professionals International (IMPI), and being inducted into the IMPI Hall of Fame.  Patena is also a past president of IMPI.

"Deann is one of the most prolific room night producers in the history of the Radisson," Frasca commented.  "We are truly glad to welcome her back."

White Lodging Services Corporation was established in 1985 and is headquartered in . White Lodging is a fully integrated hotel ownership, development, and operations company – a recognized leader that has defined and cultivated the ability to achieve consistent, sustainable growth among mid- to large-scale hotels across the country. Their current portfolio consists of over 155 hotels in 18 states and encompasses representation of the following leading brands: Marriott International, Inc., Hilton Worldwide, Hyatt Global, Starwood Hotels and Resorts, InterContinental Hotel Group, and Carlson Hotels Worldwide.

For more information about White Lodging, please visit www.whitelodging.com or call 219-472-2900.

Radisson Hotels and Resorts Worldwide – Franchise Review

Radisson Hotels is one of the leading, global hotel companies with a presence in almost 420 locations in 73 countries. The first Radisson Hotel was established in the year 1909 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Most of the hotels are located in United States, which is headquarters for Radisson Hotel as well as for its parent company, Carlson Companies. Radisson delivers vivacious, lively and energetic hospitality services giving complete satisfaction and a different hospitality experience to its customers. Radisson has strong presence worldwide and is known as Radisson Blu in Europe, Asia and Africa.

Radisson is owned by Carlson’s companies which is a global hospitality and travel company. Carlson’s was established in the 1960′s in United States. The company which started with one hotel has grown to the extent we are witnessing today having 1100 hotels spread across 80 countries. It symbolizes one of the most respected and identified brands of hotels. In 1962 Carlson’s took over Radisson Hotels and started developing it.

Radisson believes in providing customer services and hospitality services to all its customers supported by one of the best reputations worldwide. If you are planning to become a part of their growing business, expect franchise fees of $75,000 and total investments may rise from $2,960,780 to $7,292,830. Franchise agreement will have a validity period of 20 years.

If you are planning a trip and have not decided which hotel to stay in, you can easily trust Radisson Hotels. They are well known for their hospitality and services.

Even if you are planning a small official meeting or event, they will provide an event planner making your work easier.

Of course, when looking to start any business it is important, particularly considering today’s market, that you look for specific ways to cut minimize or reduce overhead and risk. Any business is going to have risk, but it is important to have a full understanding of the amount of investment, start-up cost and ROI (Return on Investment).

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