Catherine Delaney
About Catherine Delaney
Catherine Delaney serves as the Director of Group Sales and Marketing at Churchill Downs, a position she has held since 2003. She previously worked at Intercontinental Hotels Group and Omni Hotels & Resorts, and she studied at Washington and Lee University and Hollins University.
Work at Churchill Downs Incorporated
Catherine Delaney has served as the Director of Group Sales and Marketing at Churchill Downs Incorporated since 2003. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing sales strategies and marketing initiatives aimed at promoting group events at the iconic horse racing venue located in Louisville, Kentucky. Her extensive experience in sales and marketing within the hospitality and entertainment sectors contributes to her effectiveness in this position.
Previous Experience in Hospitality Management
Before joining Churchill Downs, Catherine Delaney held significant roles in the hospitality industry. She worked at Omni Hotels & Resorts as the Director of Sales from 1998 to 2001. Prior to that, she was the Director of Revenue Management at InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG®) for one year, from 1997 to 1998. These positions provided her with a strong foundation in revenue management and sales strategies.
Education and Expertise
Catherine Delaney studied at Washington and Lee University from 1986 to 1990. She also attended Hollins University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree during the same period. Her educational background has equipped her with the skills necessary for her roles in sales and marketing within the hospitality industry.
Career Timeline
Catherine Delaney's career in the hospitality sector spans several years, beginning with her education in the late 1980s. After completing her studies, she began her professional journey at InterContinental Hotels Group in 1997. Following her tenure there, she spent three years at Omni Hotels & Resorts before joining Churchill Downs in 2003, where she has remained for over two decades.