ANAHEIM, C.A. (October 3, 2011) — Dan Shaughnessy has been appointed director of sales and marketing at the Anaheim Marriott, it was announced today by general manager Bill Gunderson.

Prior to joining the Anaheim Marriott, Mr. Shaughnessy was director of sales and marketing at the Renaissance Hollywood Hotel & Spa.  With a total of 23 years in the hospitality industry, Mr. Shaughnessy has spent the past 19 years with Marriott Hotels & Resorts at various properties throughout Southern California and Arizona.

In his new role, Mr. Shaughnessy will be responsible for the property sales, profits, booking pace, market positioning, advertising, marketing, public relations, and e-commerce.

The Anaheim Marriott is conveniently located in the heart of the Anaheim Resort District. Each of the hotel's 1,030 hotel rooms is well appointed and features Marriott's signature bedding and high-tech amenities.  The property is walking distance to the Downtown Disneyland® District, an outdoor promenade with restaurants, theaters, and shopping in a tropical setting. The hotel is also near to the Anaheim GardenWalk, an oasis of outdoor shopping, dining and entertainment in the heart of Orange County.  The Anaheim Marriott offers a fitness center, outdoor pool, whirlpool, JW's Steakhouse, Cafe Del Sol, Starbuck's Coffee House, Pizza Hut, and Degrees Wine and Patio Bar.  For additional information, visit www.marriottanaheimhotel.com or call 714-750-8000.

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