Key Staff at the Renaissance Raleigh Marriott Hotel

Kristie Taylor, Catering Sales Manager

Catering Sales Manager Kristie Taylor has shared her passion for social event planning in the Raleigh area for the past fifteen years. With a Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management and Masters in Business Administration, Kristie brings a unique combination of education, expertise and enthusiasm to her role. No matter how large or small the event, Kristie provides personalized attention, an eye for details and team player spirit, making planning a breeze from start to finish.

Misty Ross, Senior Sales Manager

Senior Sales Manager Misty Ross has shared her enthusiasm for weddings through her experience in Sales and Catering for the past 8 years. She graduated from Xavier University with a Bachelor's Degree in Science, and she brings over 5 years of sales experience with the Marriott family. Misty provides the penchant for detail, motivated leadership and organizational skills necessary to coordinate the perfect wedding.

Richard Rose, Director of Sales and Marketing

With his extensive knowledge of the hospitality industry, Director of Sales and Marketing Richard Rose brings more than 15 years of sales and catering experience to the Renaissance Raleigh Hotel. After graduating from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a degree in History, Richard rooted his interests in the hospitality industry at well-known Triangle hotels. With his stellar understanding of the Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill market and awareness of wedding trends, Richard finds great joy in helping a bride and groom realize their wedding to its fullest.