TMary Ann Hemus

Mary Ann Hemus, Corporate Director of Sales and Marketing, is directly responsible for implementing and overseeing successful sales strategies that result in increased exposure and revenue for all development projects and resort properties. She also oversees ongoing sales initiatives for Azul Hospitality Group.

Hemus brings over twenty years of experience in the hospitality industry to Azul Hospitality Group, with a strong focus on direct sales. She has successfully overseen sales efforts for large-scale, full-service properties, while also assessing existing systems and launching strategic measures to enhance operations, increase revenues, and sensibly manage operating budgets.

Hemus has worked as an independent hospitality consultant, providing full assessments and recommendations for sales initiatives to increase revenues to various resorts and developments. She has also acted in a variety of sales positions for several high-profile hotel and resort groups, including Boykin Management, Hyatt, and Hilton Hospitality Corporation.

Hemus studied Sales & Marketing at the University of California, San Diego and has completed management training programs with Hyatt, Embassy Suites, Residence Inns & InterContinental Hotels. She has also served as an instructor for the International Hotel Introductory Course for the San Diego State University Hotel Management Program.