The Pierre NY, a Taj Hotel, is pleased to announce that Robert DeMaria has joined the iconic five-star hotel as Director of Catering, effective immediately. Mr. DeMaria will work closely with the Director of Sales and Marketing as well as Food and Beverage to manage all bookings for corporate events. Robert brings more than 25 years of high-level experience in hotel catering and management. His catering experience includes creating concepts for high-profile events including the Republican and Democratic National Conventions, United Nations General Assembly, and Travel Agency Advisory Board events.
In his illustrious career, Robert has been the Director of Catering at
the Warwick New York, the Westin Times Square, the Intercontinental
Hotel Barclay and the Westin Grand Central. He was also involved in the
divestiture transition of the W New York for Marriott International.
From 2011-2013, Robert worked as Associate Director of Catering New York
City/Metro Market for Starwood Hotels and Resorts and as the Catering
Sales Leader for 9 metro market sales managers.
“We are delighted to have Robert join our catering team as we launch
our re-imagined Grand Ballroom and continue to rebound from the effects
of the past two years. His understanding of catering and hospitality,
as well as his strong business acumen makes him an ideal partner for our
sales & marketing and food & beverage teams,” says Francois-Olivier
Luiggi, General Manager of The Pierre NY.
Robert DeMaria has a Bachelor of Science in Education from Manhattan
College, NY, and a Masters in Special Education Coursework from St.
John’s University, NY.
About The Pierre, A Taj Hotel
A New York icon, The Pierre, A Taj Hotel continues to set the standard
for timeless elegance and unrivaled hospitality in New York City.
Situated in Central Park, The Pierre remains a landmark treasured by
visitors and New Yorkers alike since opening in 1930. It is the only AAA
Five Diamond and Forbes Five-Star rated property on Manhattan’s Upper
East Side. The hotel’s 189 rooms, 49 of which are suites, offer
a classic design with couture touches, abundant natural light, and high
ceilings. First‐rate amenities include a Les Clefs d’Or Concierge
team. Exquisite entertaining is synonymous with The Pierre, and its
opulent Grand Ballroom, Cotillion Room, and Rotunda continue to host New
York’s most unforgettable events, while chic, multi‐functional
meeting rooms welcome private gatherings, from intimate closing dinners
to annual shareholder meetings. The Pierre’s robust food and beverage
program boasts gourmet room service, Afternoon Tea, live music and
cocktails in the Two E Lounge, seasonal fare with outdoor seating at its
signature restaurant, Perrine, and lite bites in the whimsical Rotunda.
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