Maureen Kirkland

Maureen Kirkland is an experienced sales professional with a strong background in the hospitality and convention industry. Currently serving as the Director of Sales at Raines Company since July 2022, Maureen has previously held similar leadership positions at Hotel Equities and as CEO/President of Hotel Meeting Match, specializing in meeting and convention site selection. With a career spanning over three decades, roles include Regional Sales Manager at HelmsBriscoe, where contract negotiation for various organizations was a key responsibility, and Director of Sales at Hotel Equities, where sales increased by 20% under Maureen’s leadership. Earlier experience includes positions at Cobb County Hospitality Coalition, Six Flags Over Georgia, Busch Gardens Tampa, and Belleview Biltmore Resort, with notable successes in booking large-scale events and enhancing sales performance. Maureen holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, an MBA from Kennesaw State University, and a certification in Holistic Health Coaching from the IIN Institute.