Will Geissel

Will Geissel joined Marcus Hotels & Resorts in September 2012 to direct the centralized procurement function for our division. Geissel brings with him a thorough knowledge and passion for the hospitality industry. His oversight includes standardizing and measuring company wide F&B, and Contract Services program.

Geissel has years of property, corporate, and group purchasing experience. He was the Director of Purchasing at The Phoenician Resort in Scottsdale and the Boca Raton Resort & Club in Boca Raton. He was also a Regional Director of Purchasing in multiple regions and Director of Procurement Services for Starwood Hotels & Resorts, as well as Director of Sales for BuyEfficient. Geissel's purchasing style focuses on transparency, collaboration, and measurement/metrics. His mentor within the industry taught him that ”Data is Power.”

Geissel attended Lebanon Valley College in Annville, PA for Business Management where he also played basketball.

Geissel and his wife Audrey currently reside in the Milwaukee area. Both of their children Cole & Lauren attend the University of Iowa. Geissel's outside interest include biking with his wife, playing golf, spending time with his children, and attending Hawkeye football games (tailgating).