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Onsite Property Management Association, Inc.
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Veteran Travel Industry Consultant John Dalton
Joins Onsite Property Management Association (OPMA)
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Assumes Position as Chief Marketing Strategist with a Mission
to Maximize Growth and Awareness of the Condo Hotel Lodging Sector
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Panama City Beach, FL – November 2014 / Newsmaker Alert / The Onsite Property Management Association (OPMA) is pleased to announce that veteran travel industry consultant John Dalton has joined the organization in a consulting capacity as chief marketing strategist. Dalton, who is also nationally recognized as one of the travel industry’s foremost motivational speakers and trainers, has provided consulting services and training to a wide range of travel industry companies, including a number of major cruise lines, airlines, hotel chains, tour operators, car rental firms, travel agency groups, and vacation rental providers. He was the first in the entire travel industry to conduct a video sales training program, and he helped produce the training videos for CLIA (Cruise Lines International Association).

Dalton will be focused primarily on helping OPMA with its national awareness campaign for the fast-growing condo hotel lodging sector, the production and introduction of training programs for the members, and the development of programs that benefit owners, rental guests, and OPMA members – membership consists of onsite managers and providers of goods and services.

Rick Fisher, executive director for OPMA, has worked closely with Dalton over the last thirty-plus years. Every joint business collaboration, without exception, has resulted in measurable growth and success. “John’s ability to stay ahead of industry trends has helped organizations introduce cutting-edge concepts and offer differentiation, target marketing, and added value to better serve their member bases and further maximize their sales and profits.”

Creating greater consumer and media awareness of the condo hotel lodging sector, which represents the “best of both worlds” (i.e., condo accommodations with hotel amenities), is the type of opportunity that Mr. Dalton has relished his entire career in the travel industry. “It’s exciting once again to interact with innovative executives who see a future that others in the lodging industry do not. I have always believed that open minds and creative talent, more often than not, produce optimal results.”

As the association’s new chief marketing strategist, Dalton will be participating in and presenting creative ideas and initiatives at the OPMA Advisory Board Council meeting next month in Orlando. Following the board meeting, the organization will be announcing some exciting new member programs that will further position OPMA and its members for continued growth and prosperity in 2015.

About OPMA
Founded in March 2014 as a 501(c)(6) nonprofit organization, the Onsite Property Management Association (OPMA) is spearheading an effort to support the advancement of on-site rental property management companies. By providing education and advocacy, OPMA will promote the value of the short-term rental experience through on-site property management companies. By leveraging the collective experience of industry veterans, this network of mutual support will elevate industry standards to ensure superior guest and owner experiences. The association is committed to providing a clear and cooperative message and to championing the growth and success of the industry. To learn more about the Onsite Property Management Association, visit www.theOPMA.org or call 877-870-6510.

Contacts:
Rick Fisher, Executive Director
Onsite Property Management Association, Inc.
877-870-6510

Lisa Burwell, President
Cornerstone Marketing & Advertising, Inc.
for OPMA
850-231-3087

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Placement Dates: 11/11/14 – 01/11/15
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