Visit Carson City has announced the hiring of Stuart Wexler as its new events and sales manager.
Wexler brings more than 14 years of hospitality sales experience having worked in a similar capacity for several lodging properties in the region.
In his new role, Wexler will be responsible for the maintenance and growth of current events, as well as identifying new market opportunities. He will lead the development of short and long-term events and sales strategy to include group and motorcoach tour operators, which will be accomplished by updating and implementing Visit Carson City’s special events strategy, and attending domestic and international trade shows, marketplaces, and sales missions.
Prior, Wexler was the sales manager at the new Staybridge Suites in Carson City where he developed and implemented an annual sales and marketing plan, managed lead sources and exceeded budgeted goals and corporate revenue.
Additional experience includes his role as global accounts manager for Helmsbriscoe, sales leader for Holiday Retirement Independent Living and working as the dual director of sales for Hilton Garden Inn and Staybridge Suites in Reno.
Wexler began his sales career as the director of sales at Hampton Inn & Suites in Carson City and later became hotel sales manager at Wyndham Garden Hotel.
