Kate Anthony

Kate Anthony, CMP, CIS has a diverse work experience spanning over 19 years in the hospitality industry. Kate currently holds the position of Senior Director, Group Sales - Mid-Atlantic at Preferred Hotels & Resorts. In this role, they serve as the group sales liaison between partner hotels and clients, offering a comprehensive portfolio of more than 650 properties.

Prior to their current position, Kate worked at Beyond Green as a Senior Director, Group Sales - Mid-Atlantic, where they focused on driving sales growth in the region. Kate also held the position of Director, Group Sales - Mid-Atlantic, contributing to the success of Preferred Hotel Group by covering a wide territory and acting as a one-stop contact for clients.

Kate's extensive experience includes roles at Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. where they served as Director of Group Sales and Associate Director of Sales, among others. Kate demonstrated strong leadership skills, managing teams, setting goals, and implementing sales strategies. Kate consistently achieved revenue goals and excelled in revenue production.

Earlier in their career, Kate held positions such as Director of Sales at Staybridge Suites Chantilly - Dulles Airport Extended Stay Hotel, Sales Manager at Staybridge Suites Herndon-Dulles, and Sales Coordinator/Reservations Manager at Summerfield Suites Gaithersburg MD. Kate gained valuable experience in sales, marketing, and relationship management.

Kate's work experience reflects their dedication and expertise in the hospitality industry. Kate is a results-driven professional with a proven track record of maximizing revenue and exceeding goals.

Kate Anthony, CMP, CIS, obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Hospitality Management from Widener University in the years 1999 to 2003. Kate has also earned several additional certifications, including the Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) from the Events Industry Council in December 2021, the Certified Incentive Specialist (CIS) from the SITE - Society for Incentive Travel Excellence in May 2020, and the Healthcare Meeting Compliance Certificate from Meeting Professionals International and Saint Louis University (SLU) in February 2015. Kate has also completed certifications in Communicating Across Cultures, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging, Unconscious Bias, Pandemic Compliance Advisor for Meeting and Event Professionals, and Cvent Supplier.