Winter Garden, FL, February 14, 2006 . . . . Orange County National Golf Center and Lodge, one of Orlando’s premier golf destinations, has expanded their management team to better serve their daily-fee golfers and growing group, corporate and golf package business.
Orange County National has named Derik Piazza Lodge Manager for the 46-room lodge and meeting center. He will oversee the entire lodge operation and work closely with the sales team on group and corporate lodging programs. Piazza has worked at Orange County National for 5 years in golf operations and lodging and most recently was the Assistant Lodge Manager.
Aaron Hosman has been promoted to Group Sales Manager – Central Florida Market. In his new role he will oversee Central Florida group sales programs for both corporate and charity groups. He has been with Orange County National for 8 years and has held a number of positions in sales, marketing and golf operations during his tenure.
Two new additions to the Orange County Sales and Marketing team are Jimmy Bell, Corporate and Group Sales Manager and Todd Cowan, Sales Manager Lodge. Jimmy Bell will be responsible for promoting Orange County National’s corporate and group sales programs nationally through a number of consumer and trade shows and other sales promotional vehicles. He has a strong sales and marketing background, prior to Orange County National; he worked for Clear Channel Radio.
Todd Cowan, the newest member of the sales team, will be responsible for all lodging sales including the popular stay and play package, golf school programs, and group and corporate lodging.
In addition to the above, Todd Jordan has been named Group Service Coordinator and will focus on tournament and golf outing planning and coordination. He will also work with the large lodge groups and meetings. Todd has management experience with Wal-Mart, Fidelity and Frito Lay and brings a unique perspective to the golf industry.
"At Orange County National, we feel service is our number one priority," stated Bruce Gerlander, General Manger "By revamping the structure of our team and adding a new sales position to our management team, we are better able to promote the property regionally and nationally. Once a group decides to come to Orange County National, we are properly staffed to exceed their service expectations."
Orange County National Golf Center and Lodge features 36 championship holes designed by Phil Ritson, Dave Harman, and Isao Aoki, and is located in the greater Orlando area. In addition to two golf courses, there is a 42-acre world-class practice facility, 22,000 square foot clubhouse with a restaurant, lounge, meeting rooms, and an award winning golf shop. Lodging is also available on property. For more information on Orange County National Golf Center and Lodge, call 888.727.3672 or visit www.ocngolf.com.
Contact:
Jackie Beck
860.304.3643
jackiebeck00@hotmail.com
