Stephen Baker has been appointed as Director of Group Sales at Hammock Beach Resort, a Salamander Golf & Spa Resort
Hammock Beach Resort, a Salamander Golf & Spa Resort – part of the luxury hotel company founded by Sheila C. Johnson – has promoted Stephen Baker to the position of Director of Group Sales, and has appointed Chris Pranis as its new Senior Sales Manager. Baker’s promotion comes as no surprise, as he has been with Hammock Beach Resort for the past 10 years, earning numerous accolades such as Top Group Sales Manager for Salamander Hotels & Resorts, twice, as well as manager of the quarter and sales person of the year. In his new role, Baker will handle the day-to-day operation and implementation of group sales strategies and customer relations, while working with key accounts. “Stephen is a true reflection of the Hammock Beach lifestyle,” says Jason Kern, the resort’s Director of Sales & Marketing. “His passion and energy for the resort, its amenities, and for bringing people together is what we are all about. We are very confident in the impact his new leadership role will have on the team, and the entire group operation as a whole.” Pranis, who previously worked at Hammock Beach Resort from 2008 to 2012, rejoins the team after spending the last five years at The Shores Resort & Spa, and the Casa Monica Hotel. With a degree in Sports & Event Marketing, and a background in golf operations, Pranis is a welcomed addition to the team and will oversee the Southeast Market for the resort, as well as manage key race related customers.