MIAMI BEACH, Fla. – May 21, 2012 – David Casey, a veteran sales and marketing professional in the hospitality industry with an impressive resume of successes at luxury multinational travel companies, has joined The Setai, Miami Beach as the new director of sales and marketing.  Casey will oversee all sales and marketing efforts and manage top line revenues of rooms, spa and dining outlets at the luxury Asian-inspired hotel.

“David is extremely well-rounded sales and marketing professional and we are fortunate to have him as a member of our executive team,” said Guenter H. Richter, vice president and managing director of The Setai, Miami Beach. “His performance record and extensive experience, both on the corporate and property level, makes him perfectly positioned to lead our sales and marketing efforts forward.”

Casey has more than 30 years of hospitality experience in sales and marketing positions having worked with some of the most well-known hotel brands in the world such as Waldorf=Astoria, Hilton and Hyatt hotels.

“I am honored to join The Setai, Miami Beach,” said Casey.  “It is a privilege to represent this iconic property, as well to work alongside many of the hospitality industry’s most respected professionals.”

Casey is a member of several professional organizations including Meeting Professionals International, Professional Convention Management Association, American Society of Association Executives, American Society of Travel Agents, International Association of Travel Agents and Cruise Line Industry Association.  In his spare time, Casey, who resides in Weston, Florida with his wife, Mary Beth, enjoys sports car racing and golf.

About The Setai, Miami Beach
As a member of The Leading Hotels of the World, The Setai, Miami Beach offers a refreshing balance between the sizzling South Beach scene and a serene tropical hideout. Managed by Trevi Luxury Hospitality Group, the luxurious oceanfront environment combines the Asian traditions of simplicity and elegance with the Art Deco history of South Beach to create an intimate, private world coveted by discerning travelers. A melding of inspiration and setting, The Setai embraces its serenity while connecting guests with what have always been the area’s greatest attractions: the beach, the sun, the culture and the nightlife. With three sparkling pools at the edge of the Atlantic, an award-winning restaurant and dedicated concierge team, The Setai leaves no request unfulfilled.  http://www.setai.com

About Trevi Luxury Hospitality Group
Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, Trevi Luxury Hospitality Group is an organization dedicated to creating world-renowned hotels and resorts.  Having assembled a team of the industry’s most noted and experienced luxury hotel executives; Trevi offers an unparalleled capacity for developing, planning, operating, managing and marketing the finest independent hotels and resorts worldwide. Trevi is the vision of respected international hotelier Atef Mankarios, who serves as CEO. Trevi provides comprehensive services to select independent luxury hotels and resorts around the world. Visit Trevi at www.trevilhg.com.