In his new position, he oversees the sales department and marketing programs for the AAA Four-Diamond resort, which is Southwest Florida’s only beachfront resort with an on-site championship golf course, a world-class spa and an award-winning tennis centre.
In addition, the 319-room resort features 34,000 square feet of flexible indoor meeting space and many beautiful outdoor and beachfront venues. The announcement of Tyler’s appointment was made by the resort’s General Manager Jason Parsons.
Tyler comes to The Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club from Rumbling Bald Resort at Lake Lure in Asheville, North Carolina, where he served as Director of Sales & Business Development. His extensive experience also includes serving as Administrator for the Sonas Home Care healthcare company in Naples; Director of Sales & Marketing for The Atlantic Hotel & Spa in Fort Lauderdale, Florida; and Director of Sales & Marketing for Turnberry Associates Hotels & Resorts in Orlando, Florida. Notably, Tyler also previously served as The Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club’s Director of Sales & Marketing for five years, and as the resort’s Assistant Director of Sales for three years. He is an active member of Meeting Professionals International (MPI), and has received such honours as Wyndham’s ÒRising Star AwardÓ and Marriott’s ÒGolden Circle AwardÓ and ÒSuper Star Award.Ó He holds a Bachelor’s Degree from the College of Business from Michigan State University, and the Certified Hospitality Supervisors Accreditation. He is an outdoor enthusiast, who enjoys scuba diving, boating, deep sea fishing and travelling. He may be reached at (239) 261-2222, ext. 4367 and d.tyler@NaplesBeachHotel.com .
ÒWe are so pleased to have David back at The Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club overseeing our sales and marketing efforts,Ó said Parsons. ÒHe is an outstanding sales professional and team leader, with exceptional experience and terrific long-term customer relationships. We are so proud that he has rejoined our team, and is here to assist our valued groups and guests.Ó
Not resting on its many laurels, the resort has spent more than $50 million in impressive renovations and enhancements over the last few years. This included the dramatic renovation — almost reinvention — of its championship golf course. Completed in November 2016, the $9 million total redesign of the resort’s course was done by golf icon and acclaimed course designer Jack Nicklaus in collaboration with renowned course architect John Sanford.
The par-71 course features five tees, ranging from 4,800 yards to over 6,900 yards, and is designed to challenge the best players but also be enjoyable for all golfers.
Other appealing on-site offerings include the resort’s world-class spa; a beachfront pool complex with two pools, whirlpools and locker facilities; the Mary C. Watkins Tennis Center with six Har-Tru courts; a fitness center; Beach Kids Club, a complimentary daily recreational program for children ages 5 to 12; retail shops; and beach rentals.
In addition, the resort also offers multiple restaurants and lounges. This includes:Ê the signature beachfront restaurant HB’s on the Gulf, featuring indoor and outdoor dining; Broadwell’s restaurant, overlooking the golf course; the Seminole Store, which offers deli sandwiches, ice cream, gourmet coffees and a variety of freshly baked pizza, pastries and desserts; and the popular The Sunset Beach Bar & Grill, which has been recognized as the ÒBest Place to View a Southwest Florida Sunset.Ó
Meeting and event venue options include the 6,283-square-foot River of Grass Ballroom, the Gulf-view ballroom The Everglades Room, and such scenic outdoor venues as the Watkins Lawn.
Situated just blocks from Naples’ renowned shopping districts of fashionable 5th Avenue South and historic 3rd Street South, the resort is also within minutes of shopping at Venetian Village, Waterside Shops, Bayfront and Tin City. Groups can also experience the area by taking tours of the Everglades, Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens, Corkscrew Swamp, The Botanical Gardens, or the Conservancy Nature Center. Boat and fishing trips can also be arranged at the hotel. Other options include Naples’ outstanding museums, theatres, and galleries.
In addition, groups and guests at the resort always benefit from no resort fees, complimentary self-parking and valet parking, and complimentary access to the resort’s fitness centre.
