Team of Experts

We recognize that for you to be successful, you need support

At Hyatt, we know that fully supported planners make for a seamless event experience. That’s why we provide extensive support for whatever kind of event you’re planning.

Danny Downes

Director of Sales

Danny Downes began his hospitality career with Hyatt Hotels in 2007, with his current role as Director of Sales and Marketing for Hyatt Regency DFW starting in 2021. He aspires to create meaningful connections with his clients, colleagues, and guests, by delivering fun and differentiating event experiences.

Team of Experts

Emily Drummond

Director of Events

Emily began her Hyatt career in 2005. She joined the Hyatt Regency DFW team in 2021. Emily is passionate about her team and ensuring that each event is memorable.

Barbara Sala

Associate Director of Events

Barbara has over 15 years of hospitality experience. Her attention to detail coupled with her commitment to the success of your meeting is driven by her passion to create the perfect event!

Lauren Upshaw

Event Planning Manager

Lauren began her event career in 2013, joining Hyatt Regency DFW in 2022. She values building a great partnership with her meeting planners and providing a flawless event experience with her team.

Ashley Ward

Event Sales Manager

Ashley began her hotel career in 2021 following graduation from University of Central Florida, with a Bachelor's degree in Hotel Management. She began as an Event planning manager and is now selling and servicing for our local, fly in and fly out meetings and meetings with under 10 guestrooms.

Erica Mackler

Event Planning Manager

Erica Began her events career in 2021 and joined the Hyatt Regency DFW team in 2023. Erica is focused on building relationships with her planners and executing a successful event.

Gloria Machado

Event Sales Manager

Gloria joined Hyatt in 1997 at the Hyatt Regency La Jolla She loves building relationships with guests and is dedicated to providing exceptional customer service.

Preferred Vendors

We’ve established a partnership with these vendors that have a proven track record of working with our hotel and customers to deliver successful events. We’ve done the research and put them to the test, so you don’t have to!

Encore

Event Production/Audio Visual

Encore creates experiences that engage & transform organizations. A leader for in-person & hybrid events, our team of innovators & experts deliver real results through event strategy, design, technology, production & digital solutions.

Contact:

Justin Hinton | Director
Tel: (972) 615-6845
Email: justin.hinton@encoreglobal.com

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ACCESS Texas

Destination Management

ACCESS Texas is the leading DMC and event consultant in Dallas/Fort Worth. They are your single source for all your destination management needs event needs.

Email: contact@accessdmc.com