An independent licensee of HelmsBriscoe
Manager, Global Accounts
Email: mcollier@helmsbriscoe.com
Phone: 703.863.5916
Alexandria, VA 22304
USA
Melanie brings more than 20 years of hospitality experience to HelmsBriscoe, with a distinguished career that includes leadership positions with hotel brands such as Hilton, Starwood, and Marriott. Throughout her career, she has held key roles, including Area Director of Sales and Marketing, where she developed extensive expertise in hotel operations, sales and marketing, contract negotiations, and strategic business development. Having worked on the hotel side of the industry, Melanie understands firsthand what it takes to create successful meetings and events. Today, she leverages that experience to help clients identify the best venues and solutions for their programs.
With special expertise working with military and government clients, Melanie’s background in hospitality, hotel management, and contract negotiations gives her a unique advantage in the site selection process. Her in-depth understanding of industry practices allows her to negotiate favorable concessions and contract terms, while maximizing value and savings for her clients. She takes pride in making meeting planning easier, more efficient, and more cost-effective, while ensuring her clients receive the best possible solutions for their events.