Mahekal Beach Resort proudly announces the appointment of Marina Colunga as Director of Sales and Marketing of the newly reimagined beachfront retreat in Playa del Carmen. In this role, Marina will generate maximum revenue through developing and executing strategies that foster marketing efforts, as well as drive sales and brand awareness for this multi-faceted resort.
“Marina Colunga brings unparalleled experience in sales and marketing on a local, national and global level, having held director positions for more than a decade with leading luxury resorts around the world,” said Julian Smaldoni, Managing Director of Mahekal Beach Resort. “Marina’s leadership skills, paired with her drive for success, industry knowledge and strong relationships make her a true asset to our Mahekal family.”
Bringing more than 13 years of industry experience to Mahekal Beach Resort, Marina most recently served as Market Director of Sales and Marketing for four all-inclusive Paradisus Dominican Republic resorts, where she strategically developed business plans to achieve sales objectives while building long-term customer relationships. The Argentinian native’s background also includes senior leadership roles at various Marriott Hotels & Resorts, including Director of Sales and Marketing in Mexico and the Dominican Republic. Additionally, Marina holds a bachelor’s in Business Administration and a degree in Marketing from the Universidad Argentina de la Empresa.
