JARED MCLACHLAN APPOINTED DIRECTOR OF SALES
AT THE WALT DISNEY WORLD SWAN AND DOLPHIN HOTEL

Lake Buena Vista, Fla. – April 11, 2011 - The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotel has named Jared McLachlan director of sales.

McLachlan brings nearly 20 years of hospitality experience to his new position, for which he is responsible for overseeing the group sales operation at the 2,265-room hotel. Prior to joining the hotel, he was director of operations for Riverwalk Jacksonville Development, where he managed all aspects of the mixed use development project which included 697 hotel rooms, a free standing restaurant and retail office complex.

McLachlan’s career includes a 15-year tenure with the Hilton Hotels Corporation, where he started and learned in several hotel operational departments.  He worked his way up to the position of director sales and marketing. His passion for the customer experience and relationship engagement makes him a great fit with the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin team. 
 
He graduated from the University of Central Florida and is actively involved with several charitable organizations including the Princeton House and the Children’s Cancer Cooperative.

The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotel is a nationally respected and recognized leader in the convention hotel arena. Ideally located in the heart of Walt Disney World Resort, the hotel 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 lounges.

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