Iris Acosta-Zobel
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George Cozonis
There cannot be a person better suited to the function of sales and marketing, especially in the field of hospitality, than Iris. Open-hearted and vivacious, she makes friends the moment she enters a room. Creative, determined and daring, she pursues her goals with tremendous passion and knows how to produce results. I very much enjoyed and benefited from working with her and have been pleased to watch her career since I first met her nearly two decades ago, until today.
Vimari Román, CMM, CPQC, CGLC
I've known Iris for a good 20 years. This recommendation is long overdue. She was my first Director of Sales turned Mentor and now friend. I learned so much from her when I was starting my sales career and through the years she's always been someone I can count on for guidance, support, and a great conversation. She has many qualities, skills, and attributes that have made her a successful leader. What stands out the most to me is her authenticity and desire to help others succeed. That's what makes her different and a leader to look up to.
George Cozonis
There cannot be a person better suited to the function of sales and marketing, especially in the field of hospitality, than Iris. Open-hearted and vivacious, she makes friends the moment she enters a room. Creative, determined and daring, she pursues her goals with tremendous passion and knows how to produce results. I very much enjoyed and benefited from working with her and have been pleased to watch her career since I first met her nearly two decades ago, until today.
Vimari Román, CMM, CPQC, CGLC
I've known Iris for a good 20 years. This recommendation is long overdue. She was my first Director of Sales turned Mentor and now friend. I learned so much from her when I was starting my sales career and through the years she's always been someone I can count on for guidance, support, and a great conversation. She has many qualities, skills, and attributes that have made her a successful leader. What stands out the most to me is her authenticity and desire to help others succeed. That's what makes her different and a leader to look up to.
George Cozonis
There cannot be a person better suited to the function of sales and marketing, especially in the field of hospitality, than Iris. Open-hearted and vivacious, she makes friends the moment she enters a room. Creative, determined and daring, she pursues her goals with tremendous passion and knows how to produce results. I very much enjoyed and benefited from working with her and have been pleased to watch her career since I first met her nearly two decades ago, until today.
Vimari Román, CMM, CPQC, CGLC
I've known Iris for a good 20 years. This recommendation is long overdue. She was my first Director of Sales turned Mentor and now friend. I learned so much from her when I was starting my sales career and through the years she's always been someone I can count on for guidance, support, and a great conversation. She has many qualities, skills, and attributes that have made her a successful leader. What stands out the most to me is her authenticity and desire to help others succeed. That's what makes her different and a leader to look up to.
George Cozonis
There cannot be a person better suited to the function of sales and marketing, especially in the field of hospitality, than Iris. Open-hearted and vivacious, she makes friends the moment she enters a room. Creative, determined and daring, she pursues her goals with tremendous passion and knows how to produce results. I very much enjoyed and benefited from working with her and have been pleased to watch her career since I first met her nearly two decades ago, until today.
Vimari Román, CMM, CPQC, CGLC
I've known Iris for a good 20 years. This recommendation is long overdue. She was my first Director of Sales turned Mentor and now friend. I learned so much from her when I was starting my sales career and through the years she's always been someone I can count on for guidance, support, and a great conversation. She has many qualities, skills, and attributes that have made her a successful leader. What stands out the most to me is her authenticity and desire to help others succeed. That's what makes her different and a leader to look up to.
Experience
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Absolute Groups & Incentives
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Events Services
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South of Spain DMC Ambassador - US Region
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Oct 2022 - Present
We are your Spain Mediterranean experts! Representation in the US for the South of Spain (Balearic Islands, Valencia/Alicante, Barcelona/Catalunya, Andalucia) for MICE, or Leisure groups. With over 30 years in this area, we are the Top DMC in the South. We are your Spain Mediterranean experts! Representation in the US for the South of Spain (Balearic Islands, Valencia/Alicante, Barcelona/Catalunya, Andalucia) for MICE, or Leisure groups. With over 30 years in this area, we are the Top DMC in the South.
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Founder
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Apr 2022 - Present
Representing independent hotels and destinations in developing business and driving targeted marketing initiatives. Representing independent hotels and destinations in developing business and driving targeted marketing initiatives.
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Mr. C Hotels
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United States
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Hospitality
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1 - 100 Employee
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Vice President Sales & Marketing
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Sep 2019 - Apr 2022
Mr. C Hotels & Casa Cipriani Mr. C Hotels & Casa Cipriani
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Menin Hospitality
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United States
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Hospitality
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1 - 100 Employee
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Vice President of Sales
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Aug 2015 - Sep 2019
Gale South Beach Curio. Collection Mondrian South Beach Shelborne South Beach Raffaello Chicago Gale Ft Lauderdale, Opening Fall 2019 Gale South Beach Curio. Collection Mondrian South Beach Shelborne South Beach Raffaello Chicago Gale Ft Lauderdale, Opening Fall 2019
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Vintro Hotel & Kitchen
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Hospitality
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director of Sales (Consultant)
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2014 - 2015
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Nobu Eden Roc Hotel Miami Beach
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United States
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Hospitality
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director of Sales
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Jul 2013 - Oct 2014
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PGA National Resort & Spa
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United States
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Hospitality
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Director of Sales
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Oct 2010 - Jul 2013
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Adjunct Professor - Hospitality
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2009 - 2011
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W Hotels
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Hospitality
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700 & Above Employee
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Director of Sales & Marketing- W Vieques Island
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Aug 2008 - Oct 2010
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Loews Hotels
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United States
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Hospitality
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700 & Above Employee
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Director of Sales - Loews Miami Beach
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Jul 2005 - Apr 2008
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Sonesta Hotels
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United States
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Hospitality
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700 & Above Employee
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Director of Sales - Sonesta Beach Resort Key Biscayne
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Apr 1999 - Jul 2005
Sonesta Beach Resort Key Biscayne, Miami, FL Sonesta Beach Resort Key Biscayne, Miami, FL
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Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts
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Hospitality
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700 & Above Employee
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El San Juan Hotel & Casino Resort - National Sales Manager
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1997 - 1999
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Sheraton Miami Airport Hotel & Executive Meeting Center
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United States
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Hospitality
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1 - 100 Employee
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Sales Manager
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1993 - 1997
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Education
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2018 - 2018
Hilton Hotels University
DOSM - Director Sales Marketing University -
1989 - 1992
Universidad Interamericana de Puerto Rico
MBA Marketing, Marketing -
1985 - 1989
Universidad de Puerto Rico
BBA, Business Administration and Management, General
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