Patti Deil – a seasoned professional with more than 30 years of experience in the hotel catering industry – has been tapped to serve as the new director of catering at Marriott Syracuse Downtown.
“Patti’s proven track record in the hospitality industry will make her a strong asset to our team,” said General Manager Todd Plouffe. “We’re excited to work with Patti, and we look forward to seeing how her impressive skill set will enhance the guest experience at Marriott Syracuse Downtown.”
Most recently, Deil served as director of catering for the Buffalo Niagara Marriott in Amherst, New York, where she successfully facilitated the preparation and analysis of catering sales totaling $2.5 million. Prior to her work in Amherst, she held the position of director of catering and convention services at the Hyatt Regency in Buffalo, New York. In that role, she was an active member of the executive committee tasked with making vital business decisions for the hotel.
Before moving into more senior level roles, Deil honed her abilities in sales and operations at properties such as Scottsdale Marriott Suites, Marriott’s Camelback Resort, Marriott’s Mountain Shadow’s Resort and Buffalo Niagara Marriott. For four years she worked as a catering sales manager for Raleigh Marriott Crabtree Valley, successfully executing hundreds of major meetings and events.
Deil earned her bachelor’s degree in business administration from the State University of Buffalo in Buffalo, New York.
For more information, call (315) 474-2424 or visit marriottsyracusedowntown.com.
About Marriott Syracuse Downtown
Located in one of the area’s most historic buildings, the 261-room Marriott Syracuse Downtown opened in fall 2016 after a major renovation to restore the hotel to its original glory. Conveniently situated just minutes from all that downtown Syracuse has to offer, from its many businesses to numerous entertainment venues and cultural sites, the hotel is an ideal destination for business and leisure travelers alike. The hotel’s stylish interiors combine history and modernity – with original features dating back to 1924 and new furnishings designed by local Stickley furniture. In addition to the hotel’s restaurant, Eleven Waters, Shaughnessy’s Irish pub and the Cavalier Room lobby lounge, Marriott Syracuse Downtown offers a choice of 23 event rooms that include expansive, state-of-the-art meeting venues and facilities for up to 1,330 guests. All main floor meeting rooms, as well as the Finger Lakes Ballroom, meet the discerning standards of International Association of Conference Centers (IACC). The hotel is located at 100 E. Onondaga Street and is managed by Crescent Hotels & Resorts. For more information, call (315) 474-2424 or visit marriottsyracusedowntown.com.
