EvEntMAkErs

from MidAtlantic Events Magazine May/June 2023 Issue

VALLEY FORGE TOURISM ANNOUNCES

Connecticut

Uncasville - Mohegan Sun announced the appointment of David Fausel as Director of Advertising. David brings over 20 years of experience to Mohegan’s flagship property, having utilized his expertise to produce large-scale initiatives for notable brands such as Cisco, Nike, American Express, Microsoft, Intel, T-Mobile and more.

Florida

Jacksonville - Hosts Global recently announced that Tina Gaccetta has joined the company as Senior Vice President of Global Sales and Marketing. With over 20 years of experience in event marketing and production, Tina brings a wealth of expertise to Hosts Global's executive leadership team.

Maryland

Baltimore - The Baltimore Convention Center has appointed Mac Campbell as their new Executive Director.

Ocean City - Harrison Group Sales has promoted Sara Simon to Corporate Director of Sales and 39-year veteran of the company, Ruth Waters, has been promoted to Director of Business and Public Relations. In their new roles, Sara will be responsible for overseeing the sales efforts and will manage the team in soliciting new accounts and directing efforts to grow group sales throughout the company; Ruth will initiate strategic goals to identify business opportunities for the company and will focus on relationships with local and national organizations.

New Jersey

Atlantic City - Visit Atlantic City has announced that Gary Musich has been named Vice President of Sales, once again leading the sales team for the organization. Gary previously held executive positions within the sales departments at Visit Atlantic City (formerly Meet AC), the Atlantic City Convention & Visitors Authority, and at casino resorts for more than 25 years. “We are excited to welcome Gary back,” said Larry Sieg, President and CEO of Visit Atlantic City. “His previous 25 years of leadership as Vice President of Convention Sales afford him a wealth of experience and knowledge of the destination, expertise in sales management, and a strong track record of building and managing relationships that will continue to bring leading conventions and events to Atlantic City.”

“I have had a wonderful sabbatical spending time with my family, helping my son launch his company and serving as Harbor Master at South Seas Island Resort on Captiva Island, FL,” said Musich. “I’m excited to continue building and promoting Atlantic City as a top destination for events large and small.”

Sandi Harvey held the Vice President of Sales role at Visit Atlantic City prior to Gary and she officially retired in April after over 25 years in the tourism and hospitality industry.

Atlantic City - Michael Hochman has rejoined Caesars Entertainment as Property Sales Manager for their three Atlantic City properties: Harrah's Resort & Casino, Caesars Atlantic City, and Tropicana.

Collingswood - Lindsay Oster has been promoted to the new position of Team Leader at American Express Global Business Travel.

Hamburg - Crystal Springs Resort has promoted Kevin Haggerty to Assistant Director of Sales.

Mount Laurel - Topgolf has hired Fred Hoelsworth as their new Director of Sales. Most recently, Fred was with City Experiences in Philadelphia.

North Branch - Michael Shannon has taken a new position as Senior Director, National Accounts at The Watergate Hotel.

Princeton - DeAnna Lucas is now the Compliance, Alliance and Program Manager for Axiom Healthcare Strategies.

New York

Lake George - Tyler Poitras has joined the Lake George Regional Convention & Visitors Bureau team as their new Senior Sales Manager.

New York City - Noho Hospitality has announced that Claire Smith will be the new Director of Events for The William Vale.

Pennsylvania

Bala Cynwyd - Lauren Curtolo recently announced her new role as Director of Meetings and Events in her return to The Jack Miller Center.

Essington - Metropolis Passenger Logistics has hired Lisa Bass as their Regional Sales Manager. Most recently, Lisa was at BOLT ON TECHNOLOGY planning trade shows and training classes, and prior to that was the marketing director for 20 years of the Food Court at The Bourse.

Lancaster - The Holiday Inn Lancaster has named Paul Kremp as their new General Manager, and Judy Bagrowski as their new Director of Sales.

Mount Pocono - Mount Airy Casino Resort has hired Tracy Lynn Pagán as their new Director of Hotel Sales.

Norristown - Catherine Pawlowicz is now Senior Meeting Manager at BCI.

Philadelphia - ASM Global has appointed industry veteran Tony Hodgins as General Manager of the Pennsylvania Convention Center. Tony was a 30-year executive of Freeman. As the Center’s new General Manager, he will be responsible for the successful operations of the Center, including programs such as the recently launched Hospitality Industry Advancement Trust (HIAT) Fund, an industry leading partnership between the Center’s management and its trade show labor partners.

Philadelphia - The Kimmel Cultural Campus has hired Carrie Reynolds as their new Director of Facility Sales.

Philadelphia - Andre Walker Sr. has been named Senior National Accounts Director for the Philadelphia Convention & Visitors Bureau. In this role, he will support the bureau’s efforts to attract and book citywide business from the Washington, DC metro area.

Philadelphia - Kathryn Ott Lovell will be transitioning into the role of President and CEO for the Philadelphia Visitor Center Corporation. Kathryn will oversee the Independence Visitor Center, in cooperation with the National Park Service, as well as the LOVE Park Visitor Center and the City Hall Visitor Center. The Independence Visitor Center also operates the Liberty View, a private event space at the Independence Visitor Center. Previously, Kathryn was commissioner of Philadelphia Parks and Recreation.

Philadelphia - The Philadelphia Gay Men’s Chorus has announced Mandie Curtis Banks as their new Executive Director.

Philadelphia - Nadège Toth has been hired by the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia as Senior Meeting Planner.

Philadelphia - Garces Events has named Stephanie Perez as their new Director, Catering Sales.

Philadelphia - Rush Street Gaming has announced that casino industry veteran Eric Althaus has been promoted from assistant general manager to General Manager at Rivers Casino Philadelphia.