Richard DoddsFour Points by Sheraton Auckland, part of Four Points by Sheraton and Marriott International, is pleased to announce the appointment of Richard Dodds as Director of Sales & Marketing. The 255-room hotel is slated to open on 1 March, 2018 and is the first Four Points by Sheraton branded hotel to open in New Zealand. Richard brings a wealth of experience to the Director of Sales & Marketing position. He joins the Marriott International family from Minor Hotels, where he was central in the launch of the Avani brand into New Zealand. Prior to this, Richard managed sales for Minor Hotels across New Zealand and Australia and has also held senior roles with TFE Hotels, Rendezvous Hotels and SKYCITY Auckland Convention Centre. As Director of Sales & Marketing, Richard will report into Paul Gallop, General Manager at Four Points by Sheraton Auckland.