Scottsdale, Ariz. (May 31, 2011)…Hospitality Performance Network Global (HPNG), the world’s most global site selection and meeting procurement company, announced today the hiring of meeting executive Kristin Vines as Regional Vice President of Hawaii.

“Hawaii is a growing market for HPN Global,” said Bill Kilburg, Chairman and CEO of HPN Global. “We’re excited to have a presence locally. We waited for just the right professional to head up our brand there and Kristin is a perfect example of the combination of drive, experience and passion for the business that is a hallmark of HPN Global. Kristin is truly an experienced and talented meeting professional.”

As Regional Vice President of Hawaii, Kristin will be responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with large corporate and association accounts throughout the United States. She will also be in charge of broadening HPNG’s exposure in the Islands and expanding the company’s team there.

Prior to joining HPN Global, Kristin was Director of Sales & Marketing for the Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa. She was responsible for total revenue and yield strategies, recruiting, catering, convention services and public relations. Additional sales experience includes three years at the Princeville Resort in Kauai.

Kristin is a member of Meeting Professionals International (MPI).

About Hospitality Performance Network Global

 Scottsdale-based HPN rebranded under the name HPN Global in March 2010 to better align with its mission of becoming the world’s most global site selection service provider. With meeting procurement professionals in 36 countries all over the world, HPN Global is committed to being an industry leader – not one founded on being the largest companybut one focused on being the best. HPN Global boasts the most experienced team in the industry and provides clients with a unique service level that is driven by that experience along with its proprietary procurement system. To learn more, visit www.hpnglobal.com or follow us on http://www.twitter.com/hpnglobaland www.facebook.com/hpnglobal.

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