Taj Hotels Adds Travel Industry Sales Representation in Brazil
Taj Hotels Resorts and Palaces announced that it will add travel industry sales representation in Brazil for many of its 108 properties worldwide through a partnership with The Private Label Company (The PLC). "As Taj Hotels continues its global expansion, it is vital that we develop brand awareness in emerging markets with a strong affinity for international luxury travel," said Raymond Bickson, Managing Director and CEO, Taj Hotels Resorts...
NEW YORK -- Taj Hotels Resorts and Palaces announced that it will add travel industry sales representation in Brazil for many of its 108 properties worldwide through a partnership with The Private Label Company (The PLC).
"As Taj Hotels continues its global expansion, it is vital that we develop brand awareness in emerging markets with a strong affinity for international luxury travel," said Raymond Bickson, Managing Director and CEO, Taj Hotels Resorts and Palaces. "Representation in Brazil, through our relationship with The PLC, is vital to our overall growth strategy, particularly in the U.S. I'm delighted that Kathleen Shea and Jodi Dell Leblanc, our vice presidents for sales and marketing in the Americas, will be supporting this new resource in their respective roles."
Josy Karabolad, newly appointed Regional Sales Manager with The PLC, will introduce Brazilian travel planners to Taj Hotels, one of Asia's largest and finest hotel groups. Celebrated for its award-winning hospitality and culinary innovation, the Taj portfolio includes three iconic luxury hotels in the U.S.: The Pierre, A Taj Hotel on New York's Central Park; Taj Boston overlooking Boston's Public Garden, and Taj Campton Place on San Francisco's Union Square.
In Europe, Asia and Africa, Taj Hotels offers residential-style townhouse suites in London just steps from Buckingham Palace, authentic royal palaces in India, and idyllic beach resorts in the Maldives and beyond. New properties on the horizon include the Taj Palace Marrakech opening this fall in Morocco, making it the second luxury Taj property in Africa following the 2010 opening of Taj Cape Town.
Based in Sao Paulo, Karabolad is fluent in English and Portuguese and conversant in Spanish. She was previously an account manger with Sheraton Sao Paulo WTC and WTC Convention Center with responsibility for group sales, especially with key automotive, pharmaceutical and third-part incentive companies. She also held positions with the Grand Hyatt Sao Paulo and Melia Office Park Hotel. She has her MBA in marketing from Universidade AnHembi Morumbi, Sao Paulo, Brazil, and an undergraduate degree in travel and tourism from Escola Suerior de Turismo e Hotelaria, Florinapolis, Brazil. Karabolad gained extensive familiarity with the U.S. during a year abroad in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Contact Josy Karabolad at [email protected].
The Private Label Company, LLC. (The PLC) is headquartered in New York City with operations in Los Angeles and major cities in South America (Sao Paulo), Europe (London, Paris, Moscow, Kiev, Frankfurt, Milan) and Asia (Shanghai, Mumbai). Launched in 2007, The PLC has become the preeminent organization in providing private label sales and marketing services to hotel companies around the world. Solutions and services of The PLC include International Private Label Sales, Professional Copywriting and Language Translation Services, Reservation and Distribution Technology and Consultation, and Localized Internet Marketing Services. Using the customized offerings of The PLC, a hotel company can greatly extend its distribution and reach to meet the growing global demands. The results are increased revenue, greater brand recognition, and enhanced value for the hotel management company.
The Taj Hotel's U.S. portfolio currently features three Taj Hotels with outstanding locations: The Pierre, A Taj Hotel on New York's Central Park; Taj Boston overlooking Boston's Public Garden, and Taj Campton Place on San Francisco's Union Square. All offer acclaimed addresses in urban centers with great access to financial, shopping and entertainment districts, and unparalleled services for business and leisure travelers, from board meetings or conferences to memorable weddings and social gatherings. Each luxury property reflects Taj traditions for warm hospitality, culinary innovation and commitment to arts and culture. Fresh from a $100 million renovation and celebrating its 80th anniversary, The Pierre is the Taj U.S. flagship with 11 Grand Suites, elegant ballrooms and state-of-the-art meeting rooms, and Le Caprice and Two E bar and lounge for refined dining and entertainment. The landmark Taj Boston at fashionable Arlington and Newbury streets is the only U.S. Taj hotel to offer suites and meeting spaces with wood-burning fireplaces; the exclusive Taj Club, with elegant lounge and dedicated concierge service; high definition TelePresence video conferencing, and seasonal Sunday brunch on The Roof. Taj Campton Place, an intimate hotel with boutique atmosphere and 110 rooms and suites, continues the property's celebrated reputation for inventive food and wine with the Michelin-starred Campton Place restaurant offering unique menus and exclusive wine dinners under the direction of Master Sommelier Richard Dean. For reservations, visit www.tajhotels.com.
About Taj Hotels Resorts and Palaces
Established in 1903, Taj Hotels Resorts and Palaces is one of Asia's largest and finest group of hotels, comprising 92 hotels in 53 locations across India with an additional 17 international hotels in the Maldives, Malaysia, Australia, UK, USA, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Africa and the Middle East. From world-renowned landmarks to modern business hotels, idyllic beach resorts to authentic Grand Palaces, each Taj hotel offers an unrivalled fusion of warm Indian hospitality, world-class service and modern luxury. The Taj, a symbol of Indian hospitality, has recently completed the centenary of its landmark hotel, The Taj Mahal Palace & Tower, Mumbai. Taj Hotels Resorts and Palaces is part of the Tata Group, India's premier business house. www.tajhotels.com