The Westin Cape Coral Resort at Marina Village is delighted to announce the promotion of Noelle Wilson to the position of Destination Sales Executive. In this role, Noelle will be instrumental in driving group business to the resort, coordinating site visits, and ensuring seamless transitions from sales to event execution, all while embodying Marriott's commitment to excellence.
The Westin Cape Coral Resort at Marina Village is proud to announce the promotion of Susan Cecere David to Senior Sales Executive. With more than 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Susan has consistently demonstrated strategic leadership, a passion for mentorship, and a proven ability to drive sustainable revenue growth.
The Westin Cape Coral Resort at Marina Village is pleased to announce the appointment of Robert Nokley as the resort's new General Manager, effective March 17, 2025.
With a focus on elevating the guest experience and driving results, Robert brings his 18-years of hospitality experience and innovative leadership to The Westin Cape Coral Resort. His proven track record, including leading successful hotel openings and improving guest satisfaction and team engagement at properties like the Luminary Hotel & Co., Autograph Collection, positions him to lead The Westin Cape Coral Resort at Marina Village to continued success. Robert's experience, including overseeing major capital projects and achieving significant revenue growth, will have a lasting impact on the property and its guests.
The Westin Cape Coral Resort at Marina Village is pleased to announce the appointment of Jennifer Trapani as Director of Sales and Marketing. An experienced hospitality industry leader, recognized for her work across Marriott International for nearly three decades, Jennifer will oversee all sales and marketing initiatives for the waterfront resort. Additionally, Jennifer will be responsible for identifying innovative business-generating strategies, implementing targeted sales techniques to broaden guest outreach, and optimizing revenue growth.
The Westin Cape Coral Resort at Marina Village is pleased to announce the appointment of Barry Kadel as the resort's general manager. A long-time member of the Marriott International family, Kadel brings more than 24 years of industry experience and leadership to this role. He will oversee day-to-day operations across all facets of the revitalized resort, including guestrooms and food and beverage outlets, as well as support of its associates and the development of new internal and external programs and activities.
The Westin Cape Coral Resort at Marina Village debuts a $15 million renovation. The comprehensive, guestroom-focused transformation debuts almost a full year ahead of schedule - a silver lining resulting from the nationwide hotel closures that impacted 2020.
The Westin Cape Coral Resort at Marina Village proudly announces the appointment of Marwan Haddad as Director of Hotel Sales. An experienced hotelier recognized for his work introducing and elevating Marriott brands across new domestic and international markets, Haddad will lead all sales and marketing initiatives for the luxury hotel. His day to day focuses will include identifying new and innovative business-generating strategies and implementing targeted sales techniques to broaden guest reach.
The Westin Cape Coral Resort at Marina Village announces the appointment of Michael Tighe as general manager. Widely known and respected within the Marriott family, Tighe brings more than 27 years of experience and leadership and will oversee day-to-day operations of the resort.
The Westin Cape Coral Resort at Marina Village is pleased to announce the appointment of Christiana “Criss” Menassa as Executive Chef. Chef Menassa brings more than 30 years of experience in the culinary world and will be overseeing all of the hotel’s culinary operations, including the property’s two dining venues, Marker92 Waterfront Bar & Bistro and The Nauti Mermaid Dockside Bar & Grill.
The Westin Cape Coral Resort at Marina Village is proud to announce the appointment of Will Cornwall as group sales manager. In his new role, Cornwall will work alongside the director of sales and marketing to maximize revenue by driving group bookings to the resort.
The Westin Cape Coral Resort at Marina Village is proud to announce the appointment of Christopher Owens as the general manager of restaurants and bars. In this role, Owens will oversee the property's two dining concepts, Marker92 Waterfront Bar & Bistro and The Nauti Mermaid Dockside Bar & Grill.
Smith has over eight years of experience in human resources working with sister Starwood properties within the state such as Sheraton Suites Cypress Creek, The St. Regis in Fort Lauderdale, Sheraton Bal Harbour, and most recently W South Beach. As director of human resources at the waterfront resort, she will manage all recruitment, hiring, benefits, training and employee relations.
In his new role as director of operations, Sanabria will administer and manage the hotel’s operating departments, maintaining Starwood’s quality standards. A former practicing attorney, Sanabria began his Starwood career in 2000 and was most recently the director of six sigma and director of retail at The Westin Diplomat Resort & Spa in Hollywood, FL.
With over 20 years of hospitality experience, Michele Frank will oversee all sales and marketing activities, including group and leisure sales, food and beverage, catering and public relations for the property. Before joining the Cape Coral resort, Frank was director of sales and marketing at The Westin Resort & Casino, Aruba and also held the same role at The Westin Diplomat Golf Resort & Spa in Hollywood, FL where she was responsible for driving occupancy at both resorts through a mix of group and leisure business, as well as the weddings market.
Eric Ashton is an eight-year veteran of Starwood Hotels & Resorts. He previously served as the hotel manager at The Westin Harbour Castle in Toronto where he was responsible for leading a team of over 400 associates, two division leaders and seven department heads as well as initiated multiple renovation and refurbishment projects. Prior to that position, Ashton was the regional director of food and beverage for Canada, where he oversaw food and beverage for multiple Starwood properties, and previously served as the director of food and beverage at The Westin Calgary helping to bring guest satisfaction scores to the highest in the country.