PHOENIX, September 8, 1998 Priscilla Nesbitt was recently
appointed manager of Best Western Supply Canada for Best Western International
Inc. In her new Toronto-based position, Nesbitt will be responsible for
the direction and implementation of national purchasing and supply initiatives
for the independently owned and operated Canadian Best Western hotels.
"I look forward to this challenge with an internationally recognized
leader in the industry," explains Nesbitt. "It is a great opportunity to
draw on my purchasing experience in the hospitality field."
Nesbitt comes to Best Western International from Sun International/Mirage
Trade & Export where she
was the purchasing and shipping manager in South Africa. In this capacity,
she was responsible for the purchasing for Sun International Indian Ocean
Island hotels. She was involved in many openings and refurbishment of hotels
for Sun International. Before that, Nesbitt was a marketing representative
for Unicorn Shipping Lines.
"Best Western International is pleased to welcome Nesbitt," says Jim
Ritenour, director of Best Western Supply. "Best Western International
has a long-standing reputation for providing member hotels with quality
goods in a timely manner. I am confident Nesbitt brings both ability and
enthusiasm to her new post which will ensure the tradition of excellence
continues in Canada."
Best Western International is the world's largest lodging chain with
more than 3,800 independently owned and operated hotels in 75 countries
and territories.. |