Nicole Whitaker has been appointed as Director of Sales & Marketing at The Lodge at Sonoma, an Autograph Collection Resort
Overseeing all sales and marketing efforts at The Lodge at Sonoma, Whitaker will implement her many years of experience to maximize revenue and occupancy at the luxury resort, executing impactful brand initiatives and partnerships. Having successfully held leadership positions in prominent tourism markets, including Vail, Napa, and Miami, Whitaker looks forward to applying her expertise to the distinctive Sonoma destination.
Throughout her career, Whitaker has critically assisted in the repositioning of three major hotels - National Hotel Miami Beach, YVE Hotel Miami and Manor Vail Lodge - after brand transitions and substantial renovations. Whitaker additionally made a significant impact on total revenue generation through marketing, group, transient, and catering/banquet sales alongside properties' food and beverage outlets. Most recently, Whitaker served as the National Sales Manager at The Meritage Resort and Spa in Napa, where she was responsible for developing and managing group business in the Midwest and International Markets.