FRAMINGHAM, Mass. (December 19, 2012) – Sheraton Framingham Hotel & Conference Center, an iconic Framingham hotel where old world charm meets contemporary comforts and exemplary service, proudly announces the addition of Blake Alleyn and Kristin Mazeika to the catering management team. The dynamic duo brings experience and expertise that is second to none in the positions of Director of Catering and Social Catering Manager.

Alleyn served as the Director of Catering at Sheraton Needham Hotel prior to teaming up with Sheraton Framingham Hotel & Conference Center and will be responsible for managing food and beverage sales and all services for events. Mazeika was an Event Services Manager at Doubletree by Hilton Hotel Boston - Westborough and is joining the Sheraton Framingham team as the Social Catering Manager and will oversee all of the property’s social events. Combined, the new wedding team brings more than 15 years of experience and will be responsible for all aspects of events and gatherings at Sheraton Framingham Hotel & Conference Center.

As a graduate of Johnson and Wales University in Charleston, S.C., as well as Midlands Technical College in Columbia, S.C., Alleyn holds two associate degrees in Business Management and Culinary Arts.

Mazeika is a graduate of Westfield State University in Westfield, Mass., and posses a degree in Communications with a concentration in public relations. While attending Westfield State University, Mazeika participated in the Disney College Program in Orlando, Fla. and was involved in many charitable organizations including the American Cancer Society.

The hotel’s signature castle-style architecture creates the perfect backdrop for a magical and memorable celebration. The unique setting provides a royal yet warm ambiance, bringing the fairytale romance to life while still maintaining a modern vision full of sophistication. The experienced wedding specialist and professional catering team coordinate seamlessly ensuring flawless execution. Immediately upon arrival through the renewed lobby or exquisite double grand staircase, guests are treated with friendly service and surrounded by elegance. Sheraton Framingham Hotel & Conference Center is proud to offer a variety of wedding packages allowing for a truly customized event plan ranging from small, intimate affairs to extravagant, grand celebrations.

Sheraton Framingham Hotel & Conference Center greets guests with a familiar feeling of comfort with the renowned Sheraton Sweet Sleeper Beds® and is proud to offer the opportunity to swim and relax with both an indoor pool, and a seasonal outdoor pool and patio. The hotel is centrally located in the outer Boston technology belt and features 375 oversized guestrooms and suites and is completing a multi-million dollar revitalization that will introduce a new design, newly-concepted restaurant, renewed public spaces and an upgraded ballroom. Amenities include high-speed internet access, indoor and outdoor pools, fitness facility, two restaurants and Sheraton Club Lounge.

For more information regarding the Sheraton Framingham Hotel & Conference Center, visit SheratonFramingham.com or call (888) 627-7184. Follow facebook.com/SheratonFramingham or twitter.com/SheratonFraming for special offers.

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