Diamond Hotels Management Inc. Appoints Brian Hope to Regional Director of Sales

August 23, 2022 - Kingston, ON: Diamond Hotels Management Inc. is pleased to announce that Brian Hope, former Director of Sales for the Delta Hotels by Marriott Kingston Waterfront, has been appointed to Regional Director of Sales for Diamond Hotels Management Inc.

An industry veteran with 22 years of considerable experience in the hospitality and tourism industry, he began his hospitality journey at the Fairmont Château Laurier and has held positions at the Fairmont Royal York, Marriott Canadian Sales Office and JW Marriott, The Rosseau Muskoka Resort & Spa.

Hope joined Diamond Hotels Management Inc. in 2016 as the Sales Manager for the Delta Hotels by Marriott Kingston Waterfront, bringing high levels of motivation and professionalism to the group.   In April of 2021, after continually exceeding sales targets, Hope was promoted to the Director of Sales where his primary focus was growing the corporate, association and education markets for the business.  

Hope has obtained tremendous experience in hotel sales and leadership roles, which has shaped who he is today and helped him build and maintain a large local and national network. He is known for his high levels of energy, amiability, and his ability to come up with innovative and creative ways to assist the company achieve it’s long-term goals and objectives.

Scott Follwell, Chief Operating Officer, Diamond Hotels Management Inc., commented: “Hope has been an integral part of our company and has proven himself to be a sales star and motivating team leader. We are confident that he is the right person to further elevate our sales and marketing strategy. All of us are looking forward to continuing to see his growth”.

Commenting on his appointment, Hope stated: “I am excited to join the regional team and adding the IHG and Choice brands to my sales portfolio! As well, I’d like to thank Stephanie Quick, former Director of Sales and current General Manager of the Delta Hotels by Marriott Kingston Waterfront, and Rachel Baque, former Regional Director of Sales for Diamond Hotels Management Inc., for their expertise in helping me grow into this role”.

As Regional Director of Sales, Hope will oversee and support the entire sales effort for all properties within Diamond Hotels Management Inc., working closely with the hotel General Managers and Sales departments in the planning, development and implementation of strategic sales strategies to ensure revenue and catering sales goals are achieved. With his extensive market experience and knowledge, Hope will continue to be an important asset to the success of the Diamond Hotels Management Inc. portfolio.

For more information, please contact:

Scott Follwell, Chief Operating Officer
613.546.3662 ext. 151
Diamond Hotels Management Inc.
sfollwell@diamondhotels.ca