ORLANDO, Fla – March 12, 2013 – Jamey Dempsey has been named Hilton Orlando’s new senior sales manager according to Gino Marasco, the hotel’s director of sales. Dempsey will lead the citywide, association and Midwest corporate sales efforts for the 1,417-room Hilton Orlando which has twice been the winner of Hilton Worldwide’s corporate “Connie Award”, Hilton’s highest award.

"Jamey’s depth of experience in the group market and relationships built over years in the hotel industry will serve us well as we promote the benefits of Hilton Orlando’s 175,000 square feet of beautiful, modern and flexible function space,” said Marasco.

Dempsey’s Central Florida hotel experience includes the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin hotels, 10 years with Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress and he served as a senior sales manager at Walt Disney World Park and Resorts sales.  Dempsey was also part of the opening team at Omni Champions Gate.

About Hilton Orlando
This award-winning, 1417 room hotel is a purpose-built work-play resort. Central to every major local destination and attraction and situated on the walkable and tree-lined International Drive, the resort offers upscale, resort-style accommodations that are equal parts business and pleasure.

With 175,000 square feet of function space and a direct connect walkway to the Orange County Convention Center the hotel is ideal for meetings and events. Relaxation, fitness, comfort and superb dining options offer choices for every need of every guest. Hilton Orlando, 6001 Destination Parkway, Orlando, FL 32819. Website: www.thehiltonorlando.com.