DALLAS (July 6, 2012) – Matt Traub has been tapped as the new Director of Sales and Marketing for W Dallas - Victory hotel. The position marks a return to Texas for Traub, who spent five years in food and beverage and sales management at the Four Seasons Resort and Club in Irving.

Traub transferred from Irving to the Four Seasons Resort Jackson Hole as Director of Sales. Most recently, he oversaw sales for the downtown Chicago Four Seasons and the Ritz Carlton, a Four Seasons hotel. Traub began his hospitality career with positions at Club Med and Norwegian Cruise Lines. He earned two bachelors degrees from the University of Texas at Austin (psychology and Spanish), and studied Spanish at the Spanish American Institute in Seville, Spain.

“Matt has received a great deal of recognition and many awards for exceeding sales goals, and he is a great fit for the W Hotel’s philosophy of delivering ‘whatever/whenever’ for our guests,” said Thomas Caramucci, general manager of W Dallas-Victory Hotel. “His knowledge of the North Texas market and the luxury segment make him the ideal person to present everything that W Dallas – Victory has to offer.”

About W Dallas – Victory (www.wdallasvictory.com)
A member of W Hotels Worldwide®, W Dallas - Victory opened in Victory Park in June 2006. Perfectly positioned to downtown Dallas, American Airlines Center and the city’s upscale shopping, entertainment and arts districts, the stylishly hip playground features Southern charm, amenities to amplify your stay for work or play, and luxe accommodations.  Guests of W Dallas - Victory can sample seasonal tastes at the critically-acclaimed craft | DALLAS restaurant; indulge in the sophisticated nightlife of the Ghostbar® and Living Room Bar; get WET® in the outdoor infinity pool offering 16th floor cityscape views; or recharge and de-stress at Bliss® Spa. State-of-the-art, fully adaptable conference facilities include eight function rooms totaling over 11,000 sq. ft. The 4,300 square foot Great Room, with an expansive pre-function area, makes spectacular memories for weddings or any special event. The hotel was named a “Top New Hotel” by MSN in 2007 and received a “Best Business Hotels” designation by Forbes Magazine in 2006. Be a true W Insider and download the W Hotels mobile app to stream music, order in or book your next stay. Join the property’s social scene -- Facebook (W Dallas - Victory Hotel & Residences) and Twitter (@WDallas) -- to stay updated on current happenings, special offers or promotions.