William Grace
Architect of Sales, Marketing & Catering | Navy Veteran | Hospitality Innovator Driving Revenue Growth, Guest Satisfaction & Strategic Partnerships with Cutting-Edge Market Strategies & Unrivaled Industry Expertise
- Role
- Director of Sales Marketing at The Hotel At Arundel Preserve
- Location
- Annapolis, MD, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About William Grace
As a seasoned hospitality and event professional with a background spanning top-tier hotels, luxury venues, the United States Navy, and major event productions, I bring over two decades of experience transforming complex visions into seamless, high-impact guest experiences.My career highlights include leading iconic events such as: The George Washington Inaugural Ball for guests during President Obama’s inauguration Maryland Governor Larry Hogan’s Election Night Celebrations (2014 & 2018) The 50th Anniversary of D-Day in France aboard the USS Wasp for attendeesWhether driving revenue growth, leading high-performing hospitality teams, or orchestrating show-stopping events, I combine military discipline with creative precision to deliver excellence at scale. Recognized ExpertiseStrategic Sales & Revenue Leadership – Consistently exceed sales goals and build lasting partnershipsEvent Production & Execution – Trusted to deliver flawless experiences under high visibilityMarketing & Brand Engagement – Boosting event exposure and client satisfactionHospitality Operations – Scaling service excellence across food & beverage, staffing, and logisticsVIP, Corporate & Government Events – Proven success with dignitaries, high-net-worth guests, and media coverage Media FeaturesMy work has been spotlighted in WeTV’s Platinum Weddings, Style Me Pretty, Hotel Food & Beverage Magazine, Engaged Magazine, and more—demonstrating not just executional strength, but industry recognition.🪖 Leadership from the U.S. NavyHonorably discharged in 1996, I credit the Navy for instilling my core values: precision, reliability, and results-driven leadership.I’m passionate about creating world-class hospitality experiences, forging strong relationships, and leading with integrity.
Experience
Director of Sales Marketing
Feb 2026 — Present · Hanover, MD, US
Education
Strayer University
Information Technology, Minor in Psychology
2001 — 2004
United States Navy School of Culinary
Certification in Food, Sanitation and Presentation, Hospitality/Culinary Arts
1992 — 1993
Skills
- Social Networking
- Hotel Administration
- Menu Development
- Microsoft Office
- Sales
- Customer Satisfaction
- Corporate Events
- Banquets
- Fine Dining
- Contract Negotiation
- Weddings
- Trade Shows
- Bar/Bat Mitzvahs
- Hospitality
- Convention Services
- Bar and Bat Mitzvahs
- Catering
- Ci/Ty
- Hotel Opening
- Wine
- Hotel Contract Negotiation
- Hotel Booking
- Pre-Opening
- Wedding Planning
- Inaugural Events
- Resorts
- Culinary Skills
- Delphi
- Micros
- Event Planning
- Coordinating Events
- Food
- Hiring
- Food & Beverage
- Hotels
- Catering Sales
- Customer Service
- Hospitality Management
- Revenue Analysis
- Restaurants
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