WALT DISNEY WORLD SWAN AND DOLPHIN RESORT APPOINTS ED DIANTONIO
DIRECTOR OF CATERING AND CONVENTION SERVICES

Lake Buena Vista, Fla. – February 18, 2010 – The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort has named Ed DiAntonio to director of catering and convention services.

In his new role, DiAntonio is responsible for overseeing both the catering and convention services operations for the 2,265-room property which offers more than 329,000 square feet of meeting space.

Prior to his appointment, DiAntonio was director of catering for the resort, where he was consistently recognized for his achievements and expertise within the industry. He was recently elected to sit on the National Association of Catering Executives (NACE) National Board, is the
immediate past president of the NACE Orlando Chapter and was awarded Caterer of the Year for the chapter in 2005, 2006 and 2008. In 2008, he was also selected as NACE’s National Caterer of the Year.

DiAntonio is a certified meeting planner and certified professional catering executive with more than 30 years experience in the hospitality industry and more than seven years at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort.

The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort is a nationally respected and recognized leader in the convention resort arena. Ideally located in the heart of Walt Disney World Resort, the resort offers 2,265 guest rooms and over 329,000 square feet of meeting space. Features consist of 84 meeting rooms, including two executive boardrooms, four ballroom options, 110,500 square feet of contiguous convention/exhibit space, outdoor function areas, two business centers, and Disney benefits. Groups also enjoy sophisticated guest rooms featuring Westin Heavenly
Beds®, the luxurious Mandara Spa and 17 world-class restaurants and lounge.

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