Mary Pennino

Mary Pennino is an experienced professional in the hospitality industry, currently serving as the Vice President of Global Accounts at HPN Global since March 2009, where Mary specializes in venue procurement and price negotiation for clients. Previously, during a tenure as Senior Sales Manager at Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide from October 2003 to January 2009, Mary focused on the Smerf, Sports, Government, and Leisure Markets, successfully enhancing business during off-peak seasons. As Director of Sales & Marketing at Plaza Beach Resort from January 2002 to October 2003, Mary implemented strategies that significantly improved employee morale and productivity while rebranding the hotel. Early career roles included Sales Manager at Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide and Director of Catering at Plaza Beach Resort, both emphasizing innovative sales and marketing strategies. Mary obtained an academic degree in Marketing from Boyce Community College between 1974 and 1976.