Hyatt Hotel Canberra is pleased to announce the appointment of Kim Ashton as Director of Sales and Marketing, marking her second tenure in the role and a homecoming to the hotel where her hospitality career first began.
Kim returns to Hyatt Hotel Canberra with extensive leadership experience and a deep connection to the iconic property. Her journey with the hotel began in The Promenade Café, where she took her first steps in hospitality before transitioning into the Sales team as a Sales Coordinator. Through dedication, expertise and a passion for building client relationships, Kim progressed through the department, ultimately becoming Director of Sales and later serving as Director of Sales and Marketing. Her return reflects both her exceptional career progression in a variety of industries and her enduring commitment to Hyatt Hotel Canberra.
In her role as Director of Sales and Marketing, Kim will lead the hotel’s commercial strategy, overseeing business development, corporate and leisure sales, meetings and events, partnerships, and brand marketing initiatives. Working closely with the leadership team, she will continue to drive commercial success while strengthening Hyatt Hotel Canberra’s position as one of Australia’s leading luxury hotels and event destinations.
“We are delighted to welcome Kim back to Hyatt Hotel Canberra,” said Shane Jolly, General Manager of Hyatt Hotel Canberra. “Kim’s career journey is a wonderful example of the opportunities available within Hyatt and the different paths hospitality can lead. Having grown professionally within our hotel and her success in other leadership positions across Australia, she is uniquely positioned to lead our Sales and Marketing team into its next chapter. We are thrilled to have her back in this role.”
Commenting on her appointment, Kim Ashton said:
“Returning to Hyatt Hotel Canberra feels like coming home. This hotel has played such an important role in my career, from my first role in The Promenade Café to the incredible opportunities I’ve had within the Sales team. I’m excited to be back leading such a talented team and look forward to continuing to build meaningful relationships with our clients, partners and community while showcasing this remarkable hotel.”
