HSMAI APRIL PROGRAM AND MIXER

“The Sales Mindset: Manifesting Your Next Big Win”

Presented by a Panel of Experts:
Yvette Koebke, Director of Marketing for Hotel Nikko San Francisco
Donnelly Nariss Maysey, Divisional Vice President of Sales – Full Service at Aimbridge Hospitality
Ryan Pivonka, National Sales Manager at Experience Scottsdale
Christi Windle, Director of Sales at the Hilton Phoenix Resort at the Peak.

Moderated by:
Ryan Thomas, Director of Sales & Marketing at The Camby Hotel, Autograph Collection

Thursday, April 2, 2026
4:00-6:30pm

Hosted by
Hilton Phoenix Resort at the Peak
7677 N 16th St, Phoenix, AZ 85020

Success in hospitality sales rarely happens by accident — it begins with vision, mindset, and intentional action. Join a panel of Directors of Sales & Marketing as they share how they set ambitious goals, overcome challenges, and turn big ideas into booked business. The conversation will also explore how mindset plays a role in advancing your career, identifying new opportunities, and positioning yourself for the next step in hospitality leadership. During this interactive session, attendees will contribute to a collaborative vision board, reflecting on both their sales goals and career aspirations while gaining practical strategies to manifest their next big win.

Attendees will leave with:

• A renewed sales mindset for achieving breakthrough results
• Practical strategies to turn vision into revenue
• Insight on advancing your career in hospitality sales
• Inspiration and accountability for defining their next big win

AGENDA:
4:00pm-4:30pm … Registration, Cocktails (no-host bar), Networking & Raffle Sales
4:30pm-4:45pm … President’s Welcome & Announcements
4:45pm-5:45pm … Education Program
5:45pm-6:15pm … Networking with Appetizers and Cocktails (no-host bar)
6:15-6:30pm … Raffle Drawings and, Conclusion

PARKING:
Complimentary Self-Parking

ABOUT OUR PANELISTS

Moderator

Ryan Thomas is a high energy Director of Sales & Marketing at The Camby Hotel, Autograph Collection, where he leads revenue strategy, sales performance, and brand positioning for one of Phoenix’s premier lifestyle hotels. With nearly 30 years of hospitality experience, he has built a reputation for driving top-line growth through strategic sales leadership, innovative marketing, and strong client relationships. Having held senior roles across Marriott-branded and independent lifestyle properties, Ryan is known for developing high-performing teams and executing creative, results-driven go-to-market strategies. His leadership blends commercial focus with a collaborative, relationship-first approach that consistently elevates hotel performance and guest engagement.

Panelists

Christi Windle is a seasoned hospitality sales leader and currently serves as Director of Sales at the Hilton Phoenix Resort at the Peak. With more than three decades of experience in the hospitality industry, she brings deep expertise in strategic sales, revenue growth, and team leadership. Christie has held senior sales and leadership roles across premier resort, and destination properties, including positions with Vail Resorts, Hilton properties in New Mexico, and luxury destinations such as L’Auberge de Sedona. Her background spans group sales, resort marketing, and property leadership, including General Manager experience and leadership in casino hotels. Known for her results-driven approach and strong industry relationships, Windle excels at developing high-performing sales strategies and driving group and leisure business to complex resort environments.

Donnelly Nariss Maysey is an accomplished hospitality executive currently serving as Divisional Vice President of Sales – Full Service at Aimbridge Hospitality, where she drives revenue strategy and sales performance across a diverse portfolio of full-service hotels within one of the world’s largest hotel management companies. With deep expertise in hotel sales, market positioning, and team leadership, she is known for building strong client relationships, driving innovative sales initiatives, and elevating brand presence in highly competitive markets. Her leadership style blends strategic vision with hands-on execution, making her a key force in delivering sustained growth and results.

Yvette Koebke is a dynamic and inspirational hospitality marketing leader and industry advocate, currently serving as Director of Marketing for Hotel Nikko San Francisco and President of the HSMAI Arizona Chapter. With a 40-year career rooted in hotel sales, guest service training and brand strategy, Yvette is known for her high energy style in driving sales and fostering strong industry partnerships. Her experience spans multiple brands in both property and corporate leadership roles. A recognized leader within HSMAI, Koebke has been honored for her creativity and community impact, including philanthropic efforts supporting hospitality professionals and charitable causes, as well as achieving numerous sales awards throughout her career.

Ryan Pivonka is a National Sales Manager at Experience Scottsdale, specializing in driving meetings and group business to Scottsdale through strategic partnerships and destination marketing. Rya brings extensive hospitality and destination marketing experience, including prior roles with Visit Phoenix and sales leadership positions at major resort properties such as the Renaissance Phoenix Downtown Hotel and Pointe Hilton Tapatio Cliffs Resort, as well as operational experience with Scottsdale Plaza Resort. A graduate of Northern Arizona University, Ryan has built his career around growing meetings and tourism business for the Phoenix-Scottsdale market.

ABOUT OUR HOST VENUE:

Relaxing resort near mountains

Nestled in the scenic Phoenix Mountain Preserve, the NEWLY RENOVATED AND REIMAGINED all-suite resort offers the perfect balance of productivity and relaxation.

The resort features 55,000+ square feet of flexible indoor and outdoor meeting space, exceptional dining, and a wide variety of recreational options. Experience the 130-foot waterslide or the half-mile lazy river, River Ranch.  This is the ultimate desert oasis for all ages.