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9 B M & T ••• November/December 2015 ••• www.blackmeetingsandtourism.com S arah Singer Gagnon has been appointed director of Group Sales of the New Orleans Marriott, it was announced recently by Robert Bray, general manager. Gagnon, who has more than 15 years of experience in hospitality sales, comes to the New Orleans Marriott from the Wyndham New Orleans French Quarter where she was director of Sales & Marketing. A graduate of Louisiana State University, Gagnon has worked wit hin the Louisiana market for her entire career and brings a wealth of experience for groups looking to host a meeting in the destination. Set in the famed French Quarter and steps away from Bourbon Street, the Convention Center and other iconic attractions, the New Orleans Marriott offers over 80,000 sq. ft. of inno- vative event space to accommodate groups. The New Orleans Marriott, which just com- pleted a multi -million dollar renovation, welcomes guests with a range of premium amenities that will make travelers feel at home. The property's 1,333 rooms and suites are appointed with chic furnishings and thought- ful extras like high-speed WiFi and flat-panel TVs. The MClub Level rooms feature exclusive access to the MClub Lounge. Innovative dining is available at 5 Fifty 5, the hotel's restaurant, while other amenities include a fitness center and outdoor pool. The hotel's 80,000 sq. ft. of sophisticat- ed event space, is situated right in the heart of the French Quarter offering meeting attendees easy access to everything this beloved city is famous for. Call (504) 581-1000 or visit www.NewOrleansMarriott.com or more information.. ABOUT MARRIOTT HOTELS With 500 hotels and resorts in nearly 60 countries around the world, Marriott Hotels is evolving travel through every aspect of the guest's stay, enabling the next gener- ation to Travel Brilliantly. Boldly trans- forming itself for mobile and global travelers who blend work and play, Marriott leads the industry with innova- tions, including the Greatroom Lobby, Future of Meetings and Mobile Guest Services that elevates style & design and technology. All Marriott hotels par- ticipate in the award winning Marriott Rewards frequent travel program that allows members to earn hotel points or airline miles for every dollar spent during each stay. For more information, visit www.MarriottHotels.com. NEW ORLEANS MARRIOTT APPOINTS SARAH SINGER GAGNON AS DIRECTOR OF GROUP SALES SARAH SINGER GAGNON by 80 ft. event venue with a cathedral-style ceiling that perfectly frames four glistening, oversized chandeliers and is accentuated by two, 13-ft.-tall, floor-to-ceiling glass walls that open to the panoramic views of the water- front and city. Lagunita can host 600 guests for standing receptions, 400 guests with a dance floor, and seat guests up to 450 in rounds and 350 for classroom-style. To enter "Lagunita," guests pass through "Vista del Mar" a 10,000-sq. ft., pre-function, outdoor area with a VIP entranceway featuring 9-ft.-tall, hand-carved wood doors, eight towering palm trees, a permanent out- door stage, compelling water and fire display, beautiful drought-tolerant foliage, along with custom outdoor furniture, rock-faced fire pit, alfresco bar and open-air reception area. Vista del Mar can host 700 guests for a standing reception and up to 350 guests in rounds. A perfect fit for black- tie galas, convention receptions, holiday parties, product launches, meet- ings & weddings, these two spaces can be transformed over and over again. Hotel Maya – a DoubleTree by Hilton is located at 700 Queensway Drive, Long Beach, CA 90802. For additional information or to make room reservations, please call (562) 435-7676 or visit http://www.hotel - mayalongbeach.com.