The Essex, Vermont’s Culinary Resort and Spa, announces the appointment of Jim Robertson as vice president of Sales and Marketing. Prior to The Essex, Jim spent nine years at Sugarbush Resort in Warren, VT, as the vice president of Sales.
“This is an exciting time for the resort as we deepen our distinctive culinary brand through property enhancements and rich guest experiences,” said Jim Glanville, general manager. “Jim’s vision and leadership in the sales arena will be a welcome contribution property wide.”
A member of The Essex Executive Team, Robertson serves as the sales and marketing liaison with Gemstone Hotels & Resorts, the property’s management company. His responsibilities will be to create and oversee the sales and marketing vision as it relates to the “Vermont Culinary Resort” brand. This vision touches every revenue center to include the rooms division, world-class spa and robust culinary offerings.
"I look forward to contributing to the exciting opportunities on the horizon and working with the incredible team at The Essex," he added.
Robertson resides in Warren, VT, with his wife, Judy, his stepson, Dylan, and his yellow Labrador, Sydney. In his spare time, Jim enjoys skiing, disc golf, cycling and anything that goes fast.
Nestled on 18 acres between the Green Mountains and Lake Champlain, The Essex, Vermont’s Culinary Resort & Spa, is the Burlington area’s only AAA Four Diamond hotel. The Essex is a true destination, offering a full-service spa and fitness center, two award-winning restaurants (The Tavern and Amuse), and 120 inviting rooms. The Cook Academy’s wide variety of cooking classes offer a low-pressure, hands-on culinary experience where guests enjoy learning new techniques while preparing a three- or four-course meal using local ingredients alongside a professional chef.