Courtyard by Marriott Hotel – Burlington ON, Frank Vismeg, ON, Canada
WTN FOUNDING MEMBER
Frank Vismeg has over 40 years of General and Executive Hospitality Management experience, internationally. Frank graduated with a diploma in Economics of Tourism and Hotel & Restaurant; he also participated in the Professional Development Program and received the Strategic Management Certificate from AMA. Frank has attended numerous programs in general management, sales & marketing and has received various certificates from Marriott Hotels;
Hilton Hotels; InterContinental Hotels Group; Radisson Hotels, and CENDANT Corporate Hotels. Since 1979, he has served as General Manager/Managing Director for several large full service hotels and convention centers in Canada, Florida, Romania and the Caribbean.
Mr. Vismeg has created successful ventures and coached investors new to the industry as well as increasing the revenues for experienced establishments. He has opened and operated upscale hotels for several franchises ranging from 118 to 822 rooms and suites. Under Frank’s leadership several hotels have received Awards for Business Excellence, Highest Quality Assurance Score and the prestigious 4 Star / Diamond designations. He himself has received special recognition from the Prime Minister of Canada 2010, the Premier of Ontario 2002, the Minister of Tourism 2001, Skål International 2010 and the Mayor of Oakville 2010, President of Croatia and most recently Premier Doug Ford.
Frank develops efficient and productive operating teams who consistently surpass company goals and objectives. His depth of experience covers management, sales & marketing, supervision and strategic planning. Mr. Vismeg also has an extensive network of international relationships including various levels of government, industry and service organizations. Frank is the Former President of Skål International Toronto North/ Hamilton and maintains current memberships in Skål, CSAE, ORHMA, Halton Tourism and various Chambers of Commerce.
Mr. Vismeg now brings his extensive experience to the growing industry of Medical Tourism. He has partnered with well-respected international doctors and business leaders to promote Medical Tourism internationally. Presently Partner of the Burlington Hotels Group Inc., which own and operate the Award Winning Courtyard by Marriott Hotel – Burlington ON Canada.