Trump International Hotel & Tower® New York general manager Prince A. Sanders recognized as finalist for General Manager of the Year in 2019 HSMAI Greater New York Chapter Awards of Excellence

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Trump International Hotel & Tower® New York general manager Prince A. Sanders recognized as finalist for General Manager of the Year in 2019 HSMAI Greater New York Chapter Awards of Excellence

 

NEW YORK (June 27, 2019) – Trump International Hotel & Tower® New York, a luxury hotel in Manhattan overlooking Central Park, is pleased to announce that the hotel’s beloved general manager, Prince A. Sanders, was named as a top-three finalist for General Manager of the Year in The HSMAI Greater New York Chapter Awards of Excellence 2019.

 

The General Manager of the Year award is given to the general manager who has delivered outstanding leadership, service and commitment. The winners and finalists were honored last night on June 26 at The Frank W. Berkman Awards Dinner at the JW Marriott Essex House New York. 

 

“We’re incredibly proud of Prince for being nominated as one of the best and brightest in New York City hospitality,” said Eric Danziger, CEO of Trump Hotels. “He has been instrumental to the hotel’s success since he joined us over five years ago, maintaining the hotel’s Forbes Five-Star status and leading us through a multi-million-dollar renovation. Prince exemplifies the finest qualities in the hospitality industry, and we are truly better because of his leadership.”

 

The HSMAI Greater New York Chapter Awards of Excellence exists to celebrate exceptional achievements in travel and tourism in New York City. The awards acknowledge committed professionals who consistently exceed expectations, exemplify passion for the tourism and hospitality industry, and demonstrate superb leadership skills. The accomplishments and careers of industry professionals in the Greater New York hospitality community are highlighted as the “Best of the Best” and are nominated by their peers and recognized in the following categories: The Frank W. Berkman Tourism Achievement Award, Revenue Management Executive of the Year, Hospitality Professional of the Year, Sales Executive of the Year, Marketing Executive of the Year and General Manager of the Year.

 

“Being recognized by the HSMAI Greater New York Chapter as General Manager of the Year is such an honor, especially in a city where hospitality is so distinguished and there were so many other great nominees,” said Prince A. Sanders, general manager of Trump International Hotel & Tower® New York.

 

A hospitality veteran with more than 15 years of experience in the luxury hotel industry, Prince A. Sanders brings valuable expertise, skill and experience to lead Trump International Hotel & Tower® New York. He initially joined Trump International Hotel & Tower® New York in 2014 as hotel manager and was promoted to general manager in 2017.

 

Sanders started a second career in hospitality leaving a career as a professional ballet dancer and achieved the level of general manager without formal training in the hospitality industry. He launched his hospitality career in 2002 with Starwood’s W Hotels, first in Chicago and then New York, where he moved from guest services manager to director of the front office. He continued his career at the Ritz Carlton Hotel New York, where he served as front of the house manager and assistance rooms executive. He elevated the hotel’s brand through employee training and development and was awarded the company’s Leader of the Year award for his commitment to service and dedication to training. His on-property training sessions were adapted for Ritz Carlton properties across the northeast, and he became certified to conduct trainings on behalf of Ritz Carlton to companies outside of the hospitality industry. In 2010, Mr. Sanders was tapped to assist in the development of training manuals for the Edition Hotels, Marriott’s lifestyle brand in partnership with Ian Schrager. He assisted with employee trainings for the openings of The Waikiki Edition, The Istanbul Edition and The London Edition. 

 

Sanders is an avid writer who has published a children’s book, The Extraordinarily Ordinary Life of Prince, that teaches life lessons and communications skills. He is also a former professional ballet dancer who danced with the Joffrey Ballet, one of the world’s premier dance companies, and currently serves as Chair of the American Ballet Theatre Junior Counsel.

 

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About Trump International Hotel & Tower® New York

Soaring above Central Park and Columbus Circle, the majestic Forbes Five-Star Trump International Hotel & Tower® New York is an icon delivering the highest level of service, style and exclusivity. The hotel recently underwent renovation of its guestrooms, suites and common spaces, creating a first class, ultra-sophisticated ambiance reflecting the hotel’s vibrant New York City location. The 52-story structure features 176 luxurious guest rooms and suites, complete with European-style kitchens, marble bathrooms, and spectacular views of Central Park and the Manhattan skyline. Amenities include a 6,000-square-foot spa and fitness center, in-room dining by the Two-Michelin-Star Jean-Georges, the personalized service of the Trump Attaché^™, 55-inch HDTVs in each room, and much more. In recent years, the property has earned many coveted awards including Travel + Leisure’s “World’s Best Hotels,” Conde Nast Traveler’s “Top Hotels in New York City” and “Best in the World,” and U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Hotels in the USA.” Trump International Hotel & Tower New York is located at One Central Park West, New York, NY 10023. For more information, please call (888) 448-7867 or visit www.trumphotels.com/central-park. Connect with us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

 

About TRUMP HOTELS™

Trump Hotels™ is a brand of five-star luxury hotels and resorts with a mission of providing extraordinary customer experiences and luxury accommodations.  Its exceptionally designed hotels in iconic locations put guests at the heart of each destination. Each property provides a variety of offerings including signature programs designed with the guest in mind, and every hotel has a distinct design that is culturally-relevant, with iconic architecture that is contextual to the destination. The brand’s “Never Settle” philosophy permeates its everyday work culture, with dedicated leaders and talented associates priding themselves on impacting the guest experience with exacting standards and keen attention to detail. Reservations can be made at www.trumphotels.com.

 

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