The Fairmont Washingon, D.C. Names Shannon Byrne Schneider Director Sales And Marketing

George Terpilowski, General Manger of the 415-room Fairmont Washington, D.C., is pleased to announce the promotion of Shannon Byrne Schneider to Director of Sales and Marketing.

Schneider joined the Fairmont in November of 2005 as the Director of Group Sales. Previously, she had been with the Hiltons of Washington, D.C. since 1998 most recently as the Director of Sales – Conference Center. Previously she was Hilton's Assistant Director of Sales, a Convention Sales Manager and a Conference Sales Manger.

Schneider holds a Bachelor of Science, Hospitality and Tourism Management degree from Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Virginia. She was awarded Hilton's Trimester Excellence in Sales Award and was nominated for Hilton Hotels' Annual Excellence in Sales Award.

Located at 2401 M Street, NW, The Fairmont Washington, D.C. is convenient to the finest museums, theaters (including the Kennedy Center), shopping and dining. Close to two metro stations, it is five miles from Reagan National Airport and 33 miles from Dulles International Airport. At 415 rooms and luxury suites, The Fairmont Washington, D.C. offers a wealth of facilities while maintaining an air of tranquility insured through the design of intimate spaces, plenty of natural daylight, and a cascade of plants both inside and out.

With the opening of the landmark Fairmont San Francisco in April 1907, one of the world's leading luxury hotel brands was born. For over a century, Fairmont Hotels & Resorts has offered warm hospitality and timeless elegance in unforgettable locations. Throughout 2007, our 50 distinctive hotels in 10 countries, from fabled castles to secluded lodges and modern retreats, will celebrate a centennial of rich experiences and lasting memories. Committed to growing its portfolio of world-class hotels, which includes The Fairmont Banff Springs and London's Savoy, Fairmont will soon reflag four hotels in Kenya and anticipates the re-opening of New York's famed Plaza Hotel. Future Fairmont Hotels & Resorts also include locations in Cairo, Abu Dhabi, Vancouver and South Africa. Fairmont Raffles Hotels International operates over 120 hotels worldwide under the Fairmont, Raffles, Swissôtel and Delta brands, as well as vacation ownership properties managed by Fairmont Heritage Place. For more information or reservations, please call 1-800-441-1414 or visit www.fairmont.com.