Marina del Rey (Los Angeles), California {March 30, 2016} . . . . Evolution Hospitality, a hospitality management company based in San Clemente, CA., has promoted Kelly Fogarty to director of sales and marketing for Hotel MdR – a DoubleTree by Hilton, a 283-room chic hotel located in the heart of Marina del Rey.

"It's a pleasure to announce Kelly's promotion within our company," said Mr. Gary Spencer, Evolution Hospitality vice president of sales. "She has been a vital member of our sales force and comes to Hotel MdR with significant proven experience and strategic market awareness. This promotion underscores her value to Evolution Hospitality and we look forward to her continued success and contributions."

A seasoned veteran with more than 21 years of hospitality sales and marketing experience, Kelly joined Evolution Hospitality in December of 2013 as director of sales for The Queen Mary, the legendary landmark hotel and historic attraction, located in Long Beach. Offering 346 luxurious staterooms and suites and 80,000 square feet of meeting space, Kelly was responsible for the daily management and oversight of group sales, catering sales, restaurant and attractions group sales and convention services.

Prior to joining Evolution Hospitality, Kelly has held similar positions with Marcus Hotels & Resorts and Noble House Hotels & Resorts. She currently resides in Marina del Rey.