BEAVER CREEK, Colo. – November 14, 2012 – The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch is pleased to announce Jaime Huttrer-Herick as Director of Sales and Marketing. Bringing more than 15 years of sales expertise in luxury ski properties, Jaime will oversee all sales, marketing, advertising and public relations efforts for the iconic AAA Five-Diamond mountain resort.

"I am delighted to lead The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch during its 10th Anniversary year,” said Huttrer-Herick. “It is an exciting time for the resort with the 2015 World Alpine Ski Championship just around the corner and I look forward to furthering the property’s presence as a year-round destination -- renowned for its unparalleled service, exceptional facilities for the whole family and dog-friendly amenities.”

Boasting an esteemed reputation amongst peers, clients and members of the community, Jaime began her successful career with the brand in 2008 as Director of Group Sales. Most recently, as Director of National Accounts, Jaime continued to mark professional achievements, creating strong relationships for key accounts that have greatly contributed to the Sales and Marketing Teams exceptional success, far surpassing their forecasted goals.

“Jaime's strong leadership style and ability to generate and grow talent will undoubtedly be an invaluable benefit to our Sales and Marketing Team and to our resort,” said Abdullah Vural, general manager at The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch.

A year-round destination, The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch on Beaver Creek Mountain offers guests an unforgettable escape to limitless adventure. The resort provides ski-in/ski out convenience, privacy, and a distinctive combination of sophistication and comfort. Spa services and more than 24,000 sq. ft. of meeting space with floor to ceiling windows & panoramic views of the Vail Valley ensure discerning travelers enjoy the ultimate escape.

Jaime received her Bachelor of Science in Business with a Marketing emphasis from Metropolitan State College of Denver. A native Coloradan and resident of the Vail Valley since 2008, Jaime enjoys the outdoors through the seasons -- golfing, mountain biking, hiking and skiing, as well as spending time with her family.

About The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch
Consistently touted by Travel + Leisure and Condé Nast Traveler as one of North America’s top hotels, The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch offers limitless outdoor adventure year-round, including unparalleled ski-in/ski-out access to Beaver Creek Mountain and exclusive access to Red Sky Golf Club.  The Bachelor Gulch Spa features 21,000 square feet of soothing surroundings, 19 treatment rooms and the co-ed rock-lined grotto with lazy-river hot tub, while Spago by Wolfgang Puck opened at the resort in 2007 as the only Colorado outpost of the famed Beverly Hills restaurant. The resort’s four-legged residents, Saint Bernard ‘Bachelor’ and English Cream Golden Retriever ‘Miner,’ welcome ‘Man’s Best Friend’ with a host of dog-friendly services and amenities and interact with guests daily during ‘Paw Prints’ family photograph opportunities.

About The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C., of Chevy Chase, Md., currently operates 80 hotels in the Americas, Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and the Caribbean. More than 30 hotel and residential projects are under development around the globe. The Ritz-Carlton is the only service company to have twice earned the prestigious Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award, an award that originated in 1987. Its purpose is to promote the awareness of quality excellence, recognize quality achievements of companies and publicize successful quality strategies. The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company won the award in 1992 and 1999. For more information, or reservations, contact a travel professional, call toll free in the U.S. 1-800-241-3333, or visit the company web site at www.ritzcarlton.com. The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE:MAR).