Fairmont Dallas announces key promotions and a new appointment
DALLAS – Fairmont Dallas welcomes four staff members to new positions including Courtney Fairbanks named Catering Sales Manager, Kenedra Combs as Director of Front Office, Marisol Morales-Cabrera as Banquet Manager, and Dayana Davila as Banquet Captain.
In her new role as Catering Sales Manager, Courtney Fairbanks will be responsible for overseeing, managing, and coordinating catering sales, while also building and maintaining relationships with both new and existing customers. She brings over a decade of experience to the role having worked at properties including The Joule Hotel, the former Four Seasons Resort and Club Dallas at Las Colinas, and Marriott Dallas Las Colinas.
Fairbanks brings a history of implementing client retention strategies and securing high-volume deals with Fortune 500 companies, resulting in impressive revenue growth. Her commitment to fostering a growth-oriented team environment through collaboration, communication, and process improvements will create instrumental value to the role.
“I am excited to join the Fairmont Dallas team as Catering Sales Manager,” Fairbanks said. “I look forward to fostering strong relationships with our clients and driving revenue growth through innovative strategies and collaborative efforts.”
Fairmont Dallas was eager to promote Kenedra Combs to Director of Front Office. Reporting to the Director of Operations, Combs will oversee all front office operations, including the Fairmont Gold lounge for the 545-room hotel, which is home to several major annual conferences in Dallas.
Combs brings several years of experience to the position including her most recent roles at Fairmont Dallas. She previously served as Fairmont Gold Manager and Front Office Manager where she expertly led the front office team and was recognized with a HOSPY Front of the House Leader of the Year award nomination.
“I am excited to continue my journey with Fairmont,” Combs said. “My career with Fairmont Dallas has been incredibly rewarding, and I am excited to lead our front office team as we continue to provide exceptional service to our guests. It is an honor to work alongside such a dedicated team, and I look forward to contributing to the success of our hotel.”
Kenedra Combs (left) and Marisol Morales-Cabrera.
Reporting to the Director of Food & Beverage, Marisol Morales-Cabrera will be responsible for planning and executing events in the hotel’s 70,000 sq ft of meeting and event space in her new role as Banquet Manager.
Morales-Cabrera began her career at Fairmont Dallas as a bartender at Pyramid Lobby Bar and has quickly been promoted within the food & beverage department as a testament to her exceptional support and dedication to the team. She previously held the position of banquet captain at Fairmont Dallas.
“I am incredibly honored to take on the role of Banquet Manager at Fairmont Dallas,” Morales-Cabrera said. “Having started my journey here as a bartender, I have seen firsthand the dedication and passion that our team brings to every event. I look forward to continuing to support our exceptional team and create memorable experiences for our guests in our expansive meeting and event spaces.”
Dayana Davila has been promoted to the role of Banquet Captain. Davila brings over 10 years of customer service experience to the role where she has consistently demonstrated dedication to the Fairmont Dallas team, serving as an on-call banquet server.
“I am honored to be promoted to Banquet Captain at Fairmont Dallas,” Davila said. “I look forward to stepping into this new role and continuing to contribute to our guests’ memorable experiences and our team’s success.”
“We are excited to recognize the promotions of our dedicated team members and welcome our new talent to Fairmont Dallas,” said David Sher, Fairmont Dallas General Manager. “Each individual’s unique skills and commitment to excellence are invaluable assets to our hotel. I am confident that their contributions will continue to elevate the guest experience and drive our success as a leading destination in Dallas.”
Fairmont Dallas is located in the heart of the Dallas Arts District with 545 guest rooms, a rooftop terrace complete with garden and Junior Olympic sized pool, and 70,000 square feet of meeting space. The hotel is home to the Pyramid Restaurant and an on-site Starbucks on the Lobby level, making it an ideal location for those traveling for business and pleasure. Fairmont Dallas celebrated its 55th anniversary in 2024.
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