M RESORT OFFICIALS UNVEIL INNOVATIVE DESIGN FEATURES AIMED AT MEETING AND CONFERENCE CENTER GUESTS
Source: M Resort, Spa and Casino
May 5, 2008 - 11:49:33 AM
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LAS VEGAS – (May 5,
2008) – Property officials at the M Resort, Spa and Casino, an all-new $1
billion resort to be completed in the spring of 2009 on South Las Vegas
Boulevard, released new details about its luxury meeting and conference
facilities today. The center, which already has events booked for 2009, consists
of 60,000 square feet of dynamic spaces that offer unprecedented views of the
world-famous Strip.
The resort offers multiple meeting rooms that can
be divided to suit a variety of business needs, as well as an exquisite
boardroom and sprawling ballroom with built-in stage that delivers flexible
space and the latest in technology. Meeting and conference planners may also
take advantage of the M Resort’s event piazza, wine cellar • bar • tasting room,
multi-level terraces and lounges as well as tap into the one-of-a-kind
atmosphere and culinary expertise of their nine privately owned and operated
restaurants.
“The M Resort Meeting and Conference spaces have been
specially designed to cater to the needs of small to mid-sized meetings and
events,” says M Resort Founder, CEO and Chairman Anthony A. Marnell, III. “When
we were designing the resort, we found that there was a lack of full-service
conference facilities for medium-sized business events. Most of the convention
space in the city is built to suit large-scale meetings and functions. M Resort
will deliver a distinctly different experience that meets the needs of
medium-sized business groups with personal hands-on service, quality and value.”
The Villaggio del Sole Pool and Entertainment Piazza includes a
built-in stage with an event capacity of 4,000. Conference attendees may enjoy
the three outdoor terraces offering nearly 17,000 square feet of dining and
entertainment space and the 2,000 square foot Canyon restaurant and
entertainment lounge. A 5,000 square foot wine cellar and tasting room adds
drama and a bit of flair to intimate events.
The resort has appointed
William Conn, Vice President of Hotel Operations, Drew Varga, Executive Director
of Meetings Sales and Gabe Kuti, Director of Meeting Sales. Leading M Resort’s
meeting sales and operations is Vice President of Hotel Operations William Conn.
Mr. Conn brings more than a decade of experience in the hospitality industry to
his role. “M Resort combines an intimate boutique setting with impeccable
service and amenities to suit the needs of meeting professionals as well as
incentive and leisure travelers,” said Conn.
Born and raised in
cosmopolitan Chicago, Conn’s experience includes participating in the grand
openings of Swiss Hotel, Fairmont and the Sheraton Hotel & Towers. He
relocated to Las Vegas in 1993, accepting a position at Caesars Palace. Conn’s
operations background led him to be part of the pre-opening team at New York New
York Hotel & Casino, followed by positions opening Paris Las Vegas and
Planet Hollywood Hotel & Casino (formerly Aladdin Resort & Casino).
“William brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to M Resort. His
operational background allows him to fully understand and support the sales
effort and the special needs of meeting planners,” said Marnell. “His commitment
to delivering superior customer service is unmatched.”
As Executive
Director of Meeting Sales, Drew Varga will oversee corporate meeting and event
sales at the M Resort. Prior to joining the resort, Varga served as Vice
President of Sales for the Western region at Las Vegas Meetings by Harrah’s
Entertainment. He was responsible for the group sales effort for the seven Las
Vegas properties in the Western portion of the country, in addition to union and
diversity groups.
“We are excited to have Drew join our team. He brings
extensive sales experience to the table as well as a commitment to personal,
hands-on service, quality and value – core philosophies that exemplify the M
Resort,” said Conn.
As Director of Meetings Sales, Gabe Kuti will be
responsible for all group sales efforts and will also handle the entire
operational side of M Resort’s convention business. Kuti was national sales
manager for Bally’s and Paris Las Vegas at Las Vegas Meetings by Harrah’s
Entertainment, prior to joining the M Resort.
For group sales, call
1-866-551-1540 or e-mail M Resort at hotelsales@theMresort.com
ABOUT
M RESORT, SPA AND CASINO
M Resort, Spa and Casino is located on
approximately 90 acres of land at the southeast corner of St. Rose Parkway and
Las Vegas Boulevard. Situated higher in elevation than other resort-casinos on
the Las Vegas Strip, the M Resort will provide optimal views of the world-famous
Las Vegas skyline from its guest rooms, suites, conference center and
restaurants.
The resort features 390 exceptionally appointed guest
rooms and suites, over 92,000 square feet of gaming and more than 60,000 square
feet of meeting and conference space in addition to a variety of luxury
amenities including many dining and entertainment options as well as a
state-of-the-art spa and fitness center offered to provide local and out of town
guests with an unrivaled South Strip experience. For more information, visit
www.theMresort.com.
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