Get to Know New Orleans Marriott's New General Manager

NEW ORLEANS, March 28, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Meet Robert Bray, New Orleans Marriott's newest team member and general manager. Joining the Marriott hotel in New Orleans' team with more than 20 years of experience with Marriott International, Robert Bray brings his expertise in hotel operations as well as food and beverage service to the hotel.

Bray isn't new to the Big Easy—before his seven-year tenure at St. Louis Grand and Suites from 2004 to 2012, Bray was the general manager for two New Orleans French Quarter hotels—Renaissance Pere Marquette Hotel and Renaissance Arts Hotel.

Of returning to New Orleans, Bray says, "I'm excited to return to the Big Easy, the people, food and music that I love," said Bray. "New Orleans Marriott has gone through some exciting changes over the years and I look forward to being part of its continued success."

With so much going on in New Orleans this past year, it's no wonder he's excited. New Orleans just hosted the BCS National Championship game in January, the Southeastern Conference men's basketball tournament in March, and now hosting the NCAA Final Four. Plus, Super Bowl 2013 will take place in the Superdome! Come see what all of the buzz is about in New Orleans and meet the new general manager, Robert Bray, at New Orleans Marriott!

About New Orleans Marriott

Discover a luxurious New Orleans hotel in the French Quarter, located steps from Bourbon Street, the Convention Center in New Orleans, downtown business district and iconic Big Easy attractions. Fresh from a recent $38 million renovation, the Canal Street hotel features more than 1,300 guest rooms and suites, a fully equipped fitness center, updated Concierge Lounge and on-site business center. The Marriott hotel in New Orleans is home to the award-winning New Orleans restaurant 5 Fifty 5, serving up a dining experience worthy of its French Quarter location. The Marriott New Orleans hotel also offers spacious, flexible meeting space for corporate events and social gatherings. For kids, we offer the Nickelodeon Your Stay Program – a great way to help your little traveler enjoy their stay.

For more information or to make a reservation, call 888-364-1200 or visit www.NewOrleansMarriott.com.

SOURCE New Orleans Marriott