Grace Stramaglia

Grace Stramaglia, CHT, is a seasoned hospitality professional with extensive experience in hotel sales and catering management. Currently serving as the Senior Hotel Sales Optimization Manager at Best Western® Hotels & Resorts since October 2019, Grace has held various prominent roles in prestigious establishments, including The Blackstone in Chicago as a Catering, Events & Sales Specialist, and The Gwen as the Director of Catering and Events. Grace's career spans over two decades, with significant positions at Wyndham Grand Chicago Riverfront Hotel, Wyndham Lisle Hotel and Executive Meeting Center, Hyatt Chicago, and Westin Chicago Northwest, where leadership in catering and convention services was a hallmark. Educationally, Grace holds an Associate's degree in Hospitality Administration/Management from Triton College and completed business studies at Notre Dame for Girls College Prep High School.