MISSION VIEJO, Calif., Feb. 3, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- MarkeTeam Inc., an award-winning agency for the food, beverage and hospitality industries, today announced that veteran hotel and cruise executive Ken Taylor has joined the firm as vice president of strategic development. Taylor will be responsible for expanding MarkeTeam's services and enhancing the agency's strategic partnership role with its hospitality clients.
"Ken brings extensive operational experience and positive-energy leadership skills that enable us to expand our client services and will drive MarkeTeam's ongoing strategy," said Glenn Schmitt, president and founder of MarkeTeam Inc. "After nearly 25 years of working with leading brands in the industry, we look forward to building on our award-winning services by adding new capabilities that will make us the go-to resource for food, beverage and concept development. Additionally, Ken will provide deep expertise in organizational and performance management related to our client's food and beverage offerings, helping streamline operations and grow revenue. He will also oversee new business development as we focus on expanding our client base, further strengthening MarkeTeam's leadership position in the hospitality industry."
Before joining MarkeTeam, Taylor served as associate vice president of food and beverage operations for Royal Caribbean International, where he oversaw the corporate team and fleet operation for the industry's largest single branded food and beverage revenue and volume operation with over 17,000 food and beverage employees worldwide. His responsibilities included driving multi-million dollar efficiencies, growing year over year revenues and developing new concepts, products and programs for Royal Caribbean's 22-ship fleet. He oversaw the operation of over 120 individual restaurants and all dining and beverage experiences related to the cruise operation. Prior to this, Taylor spent 15 years in leadership roles in the luxury segment of resorts and city hotels with Four Seasons Hotels.
"I'm excited to join an industry leader such as MarkeTeam that has built a solid reputation for its expertise, innovative programs, and client servicing," added Ken Taylor. "I look forward to utilizing my 25 plus years of experience in the industry to help our clients expand their food and beverage operations, improve their operational performance and increase revenues."
About MarkeTeam Inc.
MarkeTeam Inc. is an award-winning agency for the food, beverage and hospitality industries. The agency partners with their clients to deliver increased sales and profit by using a multi-level approach that includes: strategic services, creative 'team, concept development, menus & promotions and eCraft™ (an online suite of products). MarkeTeam's client list includes some of the best-known brands in the world including Walt Disney Theme Parks & Resorts, Hyatt Hotels, Royal Caribbean International, Caesars Entertainment, Chili's, Red Robin, AMC Theatres and several others. For additional information, please visit www.marketeaminc.com.
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