Dutch St. Maarten’s Sonesta Maho Beach Resort & Casino, home to the island’s premier meeting facilities, announces the appointment of RUBEN FUENTES as Executive Consultant for Convention Services.  With more than 30 successful years in the hospitality field, accompanied by numerous awards and distinctions, Mr. Fuentes will strive to secure and expertly service group business at the resort.

“As group business is a major touchstone for Sonesta Maho, we are proudly implementing new initiatives to better assist corporate guests,” says Brice O’Keeffe, Director of Sales and Marketing for Sonesta Maho Beach Resort & Casino.  “Ruben’s esteemed career in conference planning will serve to enhance our group experience with unprecedented programs and service.”

Mr. Fuentes spent more than 15 years as Director of Conference Services for Sonesta Beach Resort in Key Biscayne, Florida, where he was selected as Manager of the Year, 2005.  Prior to that, he headed conference services for University of Miami.

His many accolades include Meeting News Magazine’s Planner’s Choice Award in 2002 and 2003, Successful Meetings Magazine’s Pinnacle Award 2001 – 2006, and Meeting & Convention Magazine’s Gold Key Award 1989 – 2004.

At the Sonesta Maho Beach Resort & Casino, groups enjoy 16,038 square feet of meeting space, 11,000 square feet theater and 7 additional unique settings for receptions and dinners.  For after-work hours, the Maho Village features over 26 shops, restaurants, dance club, stand alone Casino and showroom.  For bookings, call 1-800-223-0757 or visit www.sonesta.com

About Sonesta Maho Beach Resort & Casino:

The Sonesta Maho Beach Resort & Casino in Dutch St. Maarten is a "destination within a destination,” offering exciting nightlife and a variety of accommodations and first-rate amenities. The 10-acre, 537-room beachfront property is located on the island's southwest shore and features a casino and adjacent showroom, Theatre Royale; the island's hottest nightclub, Q-Club; two outdoor pools and beach; three restaurants; a promenade of 40 boutiques and restaurants; four tennis courts; the world-class Good Life Spa, fitness center and over 25,000 square feet of meeting space.