Board of Directors — HSMAI Seattle

2024 SEATTLE CHAPTER BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Our Seattle Chapter was chartered in 2009 by a dedicated group of hospitality professionals in Seattle who wanted to bring this Hospitality Education association to Washington. Each year a volunteer Board of Directors is elected from our membership. Fulfilling several distinct roles and with the assistance of the National HSMAI organization, the board works to bring the best value for our members to the chapter. This includes planning 5-7 educational events per year plus networking opportunities, hospitality student mentorship, philanthropy and awards and recognition for our industry stars.

JENNIFER WALKER

Jennifer Walker brings over 16 years of travel industry experience in the field of hospitality. Currently the North America Renewal Manager for Amadeus, Jennifer has been an integral part in the formation of the HSMAI Seattle chapter and was the recipient of the 2013 Washington State Revenue Manager of the Year Award. Her career spans both limited and full service properties with brands such as Best Western, Executive Pacific and Hilton and she now brings her expertise in data services to properties across the country. Jennifer can be reached at jennifer.walker@amadeus.com.

Tony Batkie

Tony has been involved with HSMAI Seattle since the chapter was formed in 2014. He was president for 5 years and has been an invaluable leader in the chapter. Tony is currently a Global Key Account Manager for Priceline/Agoda and is based in Bothell, WA. Tony has an impressive 20+ year hospitality carreer with roots in Revenue Management. Tony can be reached at tony.batkie@agoda.com.

Brandon Burtis

Brandon has been a swift rising star in the field of Revenue Management across his 13 year hopitality career. Currently the Corporate Director of Revenue Strategy for Pacifica Hotels, he has been a principle leader at Viceroy Hotels and Coast Hotels. He began his career at the Woodmark on the shores of Lake Washington. Brandon has recently relocated back to our fine city and resides in Lake Stevens. You can reach Brandon at bburtis@pacificahotels.com.

Kelly hart

Kelly was born and raised in the PNW and has built a 12+ year career in Hospitality Sales and Marketing locally with IHG, Crestline Hotels & Resorts, and most recently CSM Corporation. Leaving the lodging sales side in 2022, Kelly now fills the role of Seattle Hotels Market Manager for Hopper. Kelly supports hoteliers throughout WA State with a focus on the Greater Seattle Area. She currently resides in Burien, WA with her husband, 2 cats, and 3 dogs. Kelly can be reached at khart@hopper.com

Derek Onisk

Derek is an accomplished and results-oriented sales professional with a solid track record in the hospitality and retail sectors. Currently, serving as the Director of Sales at Palisociety in Seattle, he employs his consultative selling skills to drive revenue growth and oversee a dynamic sales team. Previously, Derek held roles with The Charter Hotel Seattle, Curio Collection by Hilton, Acima, Hilton Hotels & Resorts and Ritz-Carlton where he consistently surpassed revenue targets and fostered strong client relationships. Derek can be reached at dereko@palihotelseattle.com

Adrian Martin-Rancano

Adrian is currently a Senior Account Manager at Booking.com for Seattle and excels in driving results and nurturing strong client relationships. He was previously a Corproate Account Manager at Avianca, where he effectively managed North American accounts. He began his hospitality career in the airline industry with LATAM Airlines, spanning nearly a decade with roles including OTA Manager and Key Account Manager. With a proven track record of overseeing complex operations, including a Guinness World Record eclipse-chasing flight over Easter Island, Chile, Adrian remains a dynamic and results-oriented professional in the travel sector. He can be reached at Adrian.martinrancano@booking.com.

PETER ANDERSEN

The newest addition to our Seattle Chapter Board, Peter Andersen is the Senior Director of Convention Strategy at Visit Seattle. He moved into this role in April 2022 after building his career in Revenue Management at the Fairmont Olympic Hotel and with Kimpton in the Seattle Area. In March 2023, Peter and his wife welcomed a baby boy! Peter can be reached at pandersen@visitseattle.org

BOARD MEMBER AT LARGE

MANDA POST

Manda is passionate about crafting extraordinary travel experiences. Currently serving as the Area Director of Business & Leisure Travel, she represents multiple Noble House Hotels & Resorts along the West Coast. Having recently relocated from Southern California to Seattle, Manda finds herself closer to cherished family and friends. This move has ignited her enthusiasm to delve into the vibrant tapestry of Seattle, embarking on adventures with her husband and two children. Manda can be reached at mpost@noblehousehotels.com

Jenny Moore

In her 25+ years in hospitality, Jenny Moore has held Revenue Management Leadership roles in Aspen, Denver, San Francisco and Seattle. She currently serves as the Corporate Director of Revenue Strategy for Noble House Hotels & Resorts. Prior to settling into a corporate position, Jenny spent six years roaming the country as a freelance Revenue Management Consultant; where she specialized in company transitions and opening new hotels as well as hiring and training new Revenue Managers. She can be reached at jmoore@noblehousehotels.com.