Qld, NT Metro Hotels BDM has 'proven record' with domestic wholesalers

In this role Coates is responsible for maintaining and growing the domestic leisure, corporate and government business for Metro Hospitality Group's properties in Brisbane, Ipswich, Gladstone and Northern Territory.

The position reports to Metro Hotel's director of sales & marketing, Lynda King, who welcomed Coates' appointment.

"Tony brings to this role the commercial acumen and marketing experience necessary to recognise and capitalise on potential sales opportunities and build strong business relationships in both domestic and international markets," King said. 

"Tony's proven background in maintaining and growing strategic business relationships with domestic wholesalers and key retail accounts will be instrumental in helping us grow our market share in Queensland and Northern Territory."

Prior to taking up this position, Tony was regional sales manager for Virgin Blue Airlines; national retail and wholesale manager of Queensland Rail/Travel Train Holidays; director of sales at Story Bridge Adventure Climb; and Queensland sales manager for Dreamworld Gold Coast.