Maria Lanza

Maria Lanza has a solid work history in the field of human resources. Maria'smost recent position was as the People Support Director at Hersha Hospitality Management, starting in June 2021. Prior to that, they worked as the Director of Human Resources at Hotel Nia, starting in July 2021. Maria also held the role of Director of Human Resources at Hilton Worldwide, starting in March 2016, and continued working in this capacity at DoubleTree by Hilton starting in November 2018.

Before their time at Hilton, Maria worked as the Regional Director of Human Resources at B.F.Saul Hospitality Group from April 2012 to November 2015. In this role, they achieved a significant increase in the Associate Opinion Survey score and provided support in implementing effective department meetings and managing staff performance.

Earlier in their career, Maria served as the Complex Director of Human Resources at Sheraton and Westin Hotels within Crestline Hotels & Resorts from May 2005 to April 2012. During this time, they achieved an increased Associate Opinion Survey score and supported managers in implementing effective department meetings. Maria also held the role of Director of Human Resources at L'Enfant Plaza Hotel within Crestline Hotels & Resorts from March 2005 to June 2010, where they were responsible for overseeing staff performance and achieving strategic goals.

Maria's experience in human resources extends further back to their time as the Director of Human Resources at Jolly Hotels from April 2003 to May 2005. In this role, they created a positive work environment, developed disciplinary procedures, and ensured compliance with workers' compensation programs.

Maria'searliest listed position was as the Director of Human Resources at Hilton Gateway in Newark, NJ, where they worked from 2001 to 2003. In this role, they managed various HR functions and provided training to the management team on interviewing techniques and hiring best practices.

Maria Lanza's education history includes attending New Jersey City University, Seton Hill University, and Universidad Andres Bello. However, the specific degree names and fields of study are not provided. In addition to their formal education, Maria Lanza has obtained a certification in "Recognizing and Preventing Human Trafficking for Hotels V2" from Traliant in March 2022.