Sales and business development professional with 25+ years of experience in hospitality, tourism, group sales, account management, and client relations. Skilled in building partnerships, managing accounts, responding to RFPs, negotiating contracts, and driving revenue. Seeking a stable remote role with a collaborative organization that values growth, teamwork, and work-life balance.
Robert Gesell-Flores
@robertgesell-flores
I've grown hotel and destination group revenue through strategic hospitality sales.
What I'm looking for
I've driven group revenue for Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel, Radisson Suites Hotel, Dream Vacation Builders, Pirate's Dinner Adventure, and Anaheim Park Hotel across Government, Association, Corporate, SMERF, Tour & Travel, and meeting markets. At Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel, I managed complex multi-day programs for the Judicial Council of California and partnered with Visit Anaheim and third-party planners including HelmsBriscoe, Maritz Global Events, HPN Global, and ConferenceDirect.
I've built long-term client and supplier partnerships through contract negotiation, competitive RFPs, site inspections, trade shows, and hands-on program execution. From prospecting through BEOs, group resumes, turnovers, and post-event recaps, I focus on converting qualified opportunities into profitable business and exceptional guest experiences.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Government & Association Sales Manager
Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel
Apr 2017 - Jul 2026 (9 years 3 months)
Managed Government and Association sales for a premier convention and leisure hotel, overseeing a diverse portfolio of accounts and executing complex multi-day programs. Cultivated strategic partnerships with Visit Anaheim and third-party planning firms, and represented the hotel at industry events.
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Cypress College
Associate of Arts, General Studies
Associate of Arts degree from Cypress College.
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