| Ms. Ruppenthal brings more than 10 years of experience in the hospitality industry to S&L Hospitality. She is responsible for the public relations and marketing efforts including advertising, promotions and e-commerce. Prior to joining S&L Hospitality, she held the position of Director of Public Relations for The Great Lakes Companies, Inc./Great Wolf Resorts, where she was responsible for the successful implementation of public relations campaigns for eight different multi-million dollar resort properties, as well as twelve franchise hotels. Ruppenthal's marketing background includes privately and publicly held national and international companies, as well as marketing agency experience. She is a member of Public Relations Society of America, and an Associate Member of Society of American Travel Writers. Ms. Ruppenthal has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Public Relations from the University Wisconsin – Stevens Point, where she was recently awarded the 2008 "Alumna of the Year". |
