David TaylorDavid Taylor has been named Director of Sales and Marketing for The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park. Taylor brings a strong background in international sales leadership and marketing. Previously, Taylor held the position of Executive Director of Marketing at The New York Palace Hotel (2008) and Director of Sales and Marketing at The St. Regis, New York (2003-2008). A true star in the New York hospitality industry, Taylor was Chairman of NYC & Company’s Signature Collection of hotels (2005-2008). Taylor also held numerous positions at Swissôtel/Raffles International including Director of Sales and Marketing, Boston (1993-1996), Vice President Sales, North America (1996-1997), Vice President of Sales and Marketing Middle East, Mediterranean (2000-2002) and in the United Kingdom (2002-2003). Taylor is quite the adventurer; favorite pastimes include skiing, hang gliding, and even competitive go-carting. On weekends he tries to spend time at his 1850’s Sea Captain’s house on Cape Cod.