Nicole Nagashima has been appointed director of sales and marketing for the Courtyard by Marriott Waikiki Beach, which is managed by Outrigger. In her new role, Nagashima is responsible for the continuous efforts of selling and promoting all aspects of the property, including development and implementation of special packages, programs and promotions. She also serves as the hotel’s liaison with travel partners and is tasked with maintaining constant communication with clients.
Nagashima joins Outrigger with over seven years of hospitality industry experience. Most recently, she served as sales manager at Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa where she was responsible for overseeing various market segments, including groups, domestic and international wholesale, social, military and government, educational, religious, and fraternal markets since 2008. Prior to that, Nagashima was westbound leisure sales administrative assistant before being promoted to leisure sales manager. Before joining Marriott, Nagashima also worked at the Mandara Spa at the Hilton Hawaiian Village as a concierge shift supervisor.
Nagashima is a graduate of University of Hawaii – Manoa, where she received her Bachelor of Science degree in Travel Industry Management with an emphasis of Hospitality Management.
