Maria Murdock

Maria Murdock has a extensive and diverse work experience in the hospitality industry. Maria is currently serving as the Director of Sales at Driftwood Hospitality Management since September 2022. Prior to that, they were a Group Sales Manager at Hyatt Hotels Corporation from January to September 2022.

From 2018 to 2022, Maria worked as a Hospitality Specialist for Task Force, where they gained expertise in the field. Maria also held the position of Director of Sales - Task Force at Hotel Sales from July 2019 to August 2021.

Their earlier experiences include working as an Area Manager at Hospitality Staffing Solutions from October 2018 to June 2019, Director of Corporate Group & Entertainment Sales at Hilton from November 2016 to June 2018, Group Senior Sales Manager at Marriott Hotels from September 2014 to November 2016, and Corporate Sales Manager at Omni Hotels from September 2013 to September 2014.

Before entering the corporate world, Maria had their own business as the Owner/Personal Concierge at M Squared Concierge from January 2010 to September 2013. Maria started their career as a Group Sales Manager at Hotel Derek in March 2009, where they excelled in handling entertainment, high-profile, and VIP bookings.

Throughout their career, Maria has displayed strong skills in hotel sales, prospecting, team leadership, and account management. Maria has consistently exceeded sales goals in various roles, contributing to the profitability and success of their employers.

Maria Murdock attended California State University, although the specific degree and field of study are unknown. In addition to their university education, Maria has obtained multiple certifications from Marriott International, including certifications in Business Travel, Entertainment Segment, Event Planning, Government Sales, Religious Sales, Sports Segment, and Travel Industry/Wholesale.