Endeavor Hospitality Group, a New York-based hotel management company, announced today the appointment of Melissa Minisci as Director of Sales for the soon-to-open Courtyard New York Midtown West, located in the Hudson Yards District, a few blocks from the Hudson River, Broadway, Madison Square Garden, and the Jacob Javits Center. In her new role, Minisci will be responsible for leading the property’s short and long-term strategic and tactical sales efforts, as well as laying the foundation for future growth.
A seasoned hospitality sales professional, Minisci brings over a decade of experience to the new property, consisting of 399 rooms, including 26 suites, a full-service restaurant, bar and lounge. Her past roles include Director of Sales and Marketing at the Element Times Square in New York City, the Even Hotel Norwalk in Connecticut, the Staybridge Suites in Rochester, New York, and two Holiday Inn properties in upstate New York.
Melissa has a Bachelor of Science degree from the Rochester Institute of Technology in New York and a certificate from Cornell University’s hotel investment program.
“We are fortunate Melissa has joined our team,” said Shannon Colbert, Vice-President of Sales and Marketing. “Her proven track record of growing sales in the market will be an asset as she assists in the opening of the Marriott Courtyard New York Midtown West.”
“The growth of the Hudson Yards District has created a lot of excitement for New York’s west side and I am looking forward to being part of its future,” said Minisci. “We hope our custom-designed Courtyard, thoughtful service and distinctive amenities bring inspired experiences to our guests. I am just thrilled to be playing a part in driving the success of the hotel.”
Endeavor Hospitality Group will open the Courtyard New York Midtown West later this summer. Its location, in the heart of the Hudson Yards District, Manhattan’s trending new development, and two blocks from the Jacob Javitz Center, positions the Property to support corporate, group and leisure travelers interested in staying close to the action. The Hotel will be the first of several properties Endeavor Hospitality Group will open in New York City.
Hailing from a family of hospitality veterans, Minisci is a devoted traveller who enjoys exploring new places and when time allows, takes advantage of a long weekends by spending them in Naples, Italy.
