Lake Geneva CVB Presents Hospitality Award to The Abbey Resort

 PRESS RELEASE CONTACT Annie Andres Public Relations Specialist, The Abbey Resort and Avani Spa [email protected]; (414) 454-­‐9055 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Lake Geneva CVB Presents Hospitality Award to The Abbey Resort, General Manager David Lindelow The Abbey Resort and its leadership honored for commitment to Lake Geneva area FONTANA, Wis. – September 26, 2014 – As part of its annual awards banquet, The Lake Geneva Area Convention and Visitors Bureau recently announced The Abbey Resort and its General Manager David Lindelow as the recipients of the 2014 Hospitality Award, which recognizes an individual, organization or business which has had a positive influence on tourism in the Lake Geneva area. “For the past seven years David has served as the General Manager of the Abbey Resort and Avani Spa. In this role he [led the resort] through a series of improvements including the property’s recent 50 million dollar renovation,” said Tammie Carstensen, Board Chairman of the Lake Geneva Area Convention & Visitors Bureau. “David’s passion for the hospitality industry extends beyond the Abbey as demonstrated by his commitment to increasing the marketing dollars available to promote the Lake Geneva area.” Lindelow is a seasoned hospitality executive with more than 30 years’ experience in leading successful hotel and resort properties, including his leadership at The Abbey Resort and Avani Spa. As demonstrated through his involvement with the Lake Geneva Visitors Bureau, Walworth County Visitors Bureau and Walworth-­‐Fontana Rotary, Lindelow’s passion for growing the tourism activity in the Lake Geneva area extends beyond his role at The Abbey Resort. “As a result of his leadership, the Village of Fontana began investing room tax revenue into the marketing efforts of the Lake Geneva Area Convention & Visitors Bureau,” added Carstensesn. “As a member of the CVB board of directors, David continues to advocate for additional investment by all communities into destination marketing.” Lindelow’s previous appointments include general management and senior management positions with the Balsams Grand Resort, Loews Philadelphia Hotel, 15 years with Wyndham Hotels and Resorts, Hershey Hotels & Resorts and the Stouffer Corporation. Lindelow received his education at Temple University, where he studied business administration. He is an avid golfer, skier and cyclist with a passion for travel and fine wines. -­‐-­‐ more -­‐-­‐ The Abbey Awarded by CVB About The Abbey Resort and Avani Spa Located just 80 miles from downtown Chicago and 50 miles from Milwaukee, The Abbey Resort and Avani Spa is a treasured icon and the only full-­‐service resort on the shores of Lake Geneva. The resort celebrated its 50th Anniversary in 2013 with the completion of a multi-­‐million dollar renovation of the exterior, meeting space and common areas. The resort boasts a breathtaking setting on 90 acres of beautifully manicured grounds, award-­‐winning dining and banquet facilities, nearby championship golf courses and a wide range of outdoor activities. This only scratches the surface of all the activities and offerings The Abbey Resort provides. With impeccable customer service, the team at The Abbey Resort consistently meets the needs and expectations of both guests and meeting planners. The 35,000 square-­‐foot Avani Spa enhances the resort experience with innovative spa treatments and modern luxuries. The Abbey Resort and Avani Spa is managed and operated by Hostmark Hospitality Group of Schaumburg, Ill. For more information or reservations, visit www.theabbeyresort.com, join Abbey Resort and Avani Spa on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/abbeyresortor follow @AbbeyResort on Twitter www.Twitter.com/abbeyresort. # # #