Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa announces the appointment of John Yeadon as the new Director of Sales and Marketing for the 806 room resort. A seasoned hospitality professional with 15 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Yeadon brings to the resort a strong knowledge of leisure travel markets and a history of sales and marketing successes throughout the industry. Yeadon has been with Hyatt for eight years, most recently serving as Director of Sales and Marketing for Hyatt Regency Minneapolis.
“We are thrilled to welcome John to Maui and to our ohana here at the Hyatt” says Allan Farwell, General Manager at Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa. “His wealth of experience in the travel industry and in the Hyatt family will be an asset to the resort as we aim to exceed our goals in driving business and leisure travel to our hotel, and provide an authentic Hawaiian experience to travelers.”
A graduate of Indiana University, Yeadon began his career at Hyatt as a Corporate Management Trainee, gradually rising through the ranks over the years, serving in Indianapolis, Denver and Minneapolis. As Director of Sales and Marketing at Hyatt Regency Minneapolis, Yeadon oversaw two renovations totaling 50 million dollars, as well as an expansion of the property.
“I am very excited to join the outstanding team at Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa,” adds Yeadon. “Hyatt Regency Maui is an exceptional resort on one the world’s most beautiful islands, and I can’t wait to provide a fresh pair of eyes to keep us at the forefront of Hawaiian hospitality.”