Mike DiLeone Joins Georgia's Lanier Islands as Director of Sales

Seasoned Hospitality Veteran Brings Sunny Outlook and Wealth of Experience to Management Team at Popular Southern Lakeside Destination
By: Lake Lanier Islands Resort
 
 
Mike DiLeone Joins Georgia's Lanier Islands as Director of Sales
Mike DiLeone Joins Georgia's Lanier Islands as Director of Sales
BUFORD, Ga. - Nov. 24, 2014 - PRLog -- As Georgia’s Lanier Islands continues to grow its signature brand of Southern Hospitality among leisure travelers and corporate groups throughout the Southeast, the addition of a new member to the lakeside resort’s leadership team is likely to help hoist the “sales” even higher. Michael DiLeone – who joins the Islands as its new Director of Sales – brings with him more than 20 years of success in sales and marketing management for the retail and hospitality industries. His impressive resume includes companies and properties such as Salant Corporation, Campus Outfitters, Crowne Plaza Hotel North Phoenix (AZ), Radisson Resort and Spa in Scottsdale (AZ), Daufuskie Island Resort in Hilton Head (SC), Innisbrook Resort and Golf Club in Palm Harbor (FL), and – most recently – The Beach House in Hilton Head (SC), among others. DiLeone is no stranger to the Atlanta area, having lived here previously while working with Hinton+Grusich Hotels and Resorts as its Director of Southeast National Sales and founding his own company, Apex Hotel Group – a representation firm that was retained by more than 40 luxury hotels and resorts all across the nation.

“One common thread throughout my career is that I make it a point to take a creative and innovative approach to sales and marketing,” explained DiLeone. “That’s why I enjoy working for independent properties and smaller companies. They are more apt to foster an environment that allows my sales team and I to go out with excitement and energy to produce sales and grow their bottom line. I welcome the opportunity to do something different, rather than conform to a rigorous set of corporate rules that stifle creativity. Lanier Islands is a wonderful resort with lots of moving parts. This atmosphere breeds innovation and imagination. I feel as though this is the culmination of my career – everything has been pointing me here. I’ve found a true home base.”

In his capacity as Director of Sales, DiLeone will report to VP of Sales & Marketing, Stephanie Orr while leading an ever-growing team of group sales and conference services professionals. He feels confident that his background in direct sales development will be an asset to the Georgia resort – which was recently named a member of the highly revered Southern Living Hotel Collection.

“As we continually strive to reach new heights in all areas of the resort, I am particularly thrilled that our team of highly talented and motivated sales managers has someone of Michael's caliber to guide them to even greater levels of success,” explained Orr. “He is an obvious advocate for all that we’ve accomplished to date at Lanier Islands, and shares our vision for the future of the resort. In addition to his experience and enthusiasm, he brings a fresh perspective to our team.”

“All anyone in sales ever looks for are ‘things to talk about’ where their product is concerned,” said DiLeone. “We’ve got a lot to talk about with regard to Lanier Islands and a big lawn to play on. The Williams Family has invested a great deal of time and finances to create a luxury resort in Georgia that can compete at a high level. With my experience as a representative for a number of upscale resorts, I can see how truly special Lanier Islands is. Equally important – between the location, accommodations, dining, conference space and wealth of team building programs – our sales team recognizes what a terrific property we have to market. We have a lot in our arsenal to bring into a competitive world. With a very fertile backyard to start with, we’ll be out there in force telling North Georgia and Metro Atlanta all about this wonderful resort before expanding our scope to growing our regional and national accounts.”

About Lanier Islands: Nestled on the southern-most shoreline of Lake Sidney Lanier at the foothills of the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains lies the truly distinctive Lanier Islands. Situated less than 45 miles from downtown Atlanta on 1,500 pristine acres of forests, meadows and beaches, this luxury resort is quickly growing in size, scope and reputation as one of the Southeast’s leading lakeside retreats. As the resort’s crown jewel, Lake Lanier is one of the United States’ most popular man-made lakes, encompassing 38,000 miles of surface area and 690 miles of shoreline in Northeast Georgia. Legacy Lodge and Legacy Villas enhance the resort’s broad assortment of accommodation choices and meeting sites – making it the ideal choice for corporate meetings and company retreats. Popular excursions like fun in the sun at the boardwalk-themed LanierWorld, zip lining through the trees with Lake Lanier Canopy Tours, horseback riding on a lakeside trail from the Equestrian Center, and renting a boat and ski equipment from Harbor Landing make the resort a terrific choice for families vacationing or “staycationing” in the South. Tranquility – the Spa and the picturesque 18-hole Lanier Islands Legacy Golf Course are major draws for visitors looking to relax or play, and with more than 20 wedding venues to choose from, the Resort is rapidly gaining favor with brides- and grooms-to-be as a highly sought-after Destination Wedding site. Lanier Islands is steadily securing a solid standing for their unique vision of the future of this luxury retreat, their unswerving dedication to the comfort and enjoyment of their guests, and their signature brand of Southern Hospitality. In 2014, the Resort was awarded with a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence and became a member of the highly esteemed Southern Living Hotel Collection. For more information, schedule a tee time, learn package details or make reservations, call (770) 945-8787 or visit Lanier Islands’ website at www.lanierislands.com.

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