Travel & Leisure II Feature Release

SAN FRANCISCO--(EON: Enhanced Online News)--The following release focuses on the topic Travel & Leisure II

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The following knowledgeable industry leaders and scholars from Business Wire's ExpertSource database are available to discuss topics relating to Travel & Leisure

Cathy McKeever , Lake Powell Resorts & Marinas

Cathy McKeever, director of sales and marketing for Lake Powell Resorts & Marinas, is a seasoned and knowledgeable travel expert, with more than 20+ years of experience working in the travel and hospitality industries. McKeever's extensive background includes serving as the director of sales and marketing and general manager for four different hotels and resorts, including the Renaissance Scottsdale Resort in Scottsdale, Ariz., and the Torrance Marriott Hotel in Torrance, Calif., among others. McKeever earned her B.S. degree in Business Administration/Hotel Management from Michigan State University and her Masters of International Management with an emphasis in Marketing from the American Graduate School of International Management in Glendale, Ariz. Please consider using McKeever as a resource regarding obtaining expert commentary on family travel and other travel related stories including travel trends. Due to her impressive background and expertise, she can offer valuable insights and annotations on a variety of current topics in the travel industry.

PR Contact: Amy Toosley, [e-mail], 619-533-7976

Sandy Heilman, ARAMARK Parks and Destinations

Sandy Heilman, vice president of sales and marketing for ARAMARK Parks and Destinations, which provides a wide range of professional services, including property management, hospitality services and recreational support to specialty hotels, resorts, national & state parks, national forest service and other tourist destinations throughout the United States. Heilman is a seasoned and knowledgeable business and leisure travel expert, with more than 20 years of experience working in the travel and hospitality industries.

Prior to joining ARAMARK Parks and Destinations, Heilman worked for Medieval Times Entertainment. She has also served as executive vice president of marketing for La Quinta Corporation and held leadership positions with Choice Hotels International.

Due to her impressive background and expertise, Heilman can offer insight on trends and tips for visiting America’s national parks, along with advice on family-friendly destinations and activities throughout the U.S.

PR Contact: Amy Toosley, [e-mail], 619-533-7976

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May 10 – Small Business II
May 11 – Education II
May 13 – 2010 World Cup

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