Doug Varsano Varsano began his new role at Omni Scottsdale in July and serves on the resort’s Executive Committee responsible for oversight of the luxury resort’s overall sales efforts, group, transient and catering, in addition to public relations and marketing at all levels. Varsano will also serve as liaison to the Area Managing Director on future developments and acquisitions in the Southwest region.With 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry that includes working with top luxury hotel brands, Varsano most recently served as the director of sales and marketing at Phoenix Marriott Tempe at the Buttes in Tempe, Ariz. During his tenure at Marriott, he led his team to earn the Arizona Lodging and Tourism Association’s coveted Community Service Leader of the Year Award for the state of Arizona two years in a row. Previously, Varsano was a director of sales and marketing for Starwood Hotels and Resorts and worked in Asset Management for Host Hotels and Resorts overseeing The Ritz-Carlton, Phoenix after graduating from Cornell University. When he is not working, Varsano volunteers his time as a board member of PAL Experiences, providing tools and services to help individuals with Autism to have improved experiences at venues like stadiums, hotels and restaurants. He also enjoys spending time with family, cooking, golfing and biking in his free time.