Lucy Sharkey
About Lucy Sharkey
Lucy Sharkey is a Strategic Account Development Manager at SkyTouch Technology, where she has worked since 2023. With a strong background in hospitality and education, she has held various roles in account management and sales throughout her career.
Work at SkyTouch Technology
Lucy Sharkey has been serving as the Strategic Account Development Manager at SkyTouch Technology since 2023. Her role is based in Scottsdale, Arizona, and operates in a hybrid work environment. In this position, she focuses on developing strategic relationships with clients to enhance account growth and satisfaction.
Professional Background
Lucy Sharkey has a diverse professional background in the hospitality industry. Prior to her current role, she worked at Entertainment Cruises Inc. as an Account Manager from 2011 to 2015 in Chicago, Illinois. She also held the position of Sales Executive at Vacasa from 2021 to 2023 in St Augustine, Florida. Additionally, she served as the Corporate Travel Sales Manager at LondonHouse Chicago from 2016 to 2019.
Education and Expertise
Lucy Sharkey holds a Master of Science (M.S.) in Education from Nova Southeastern University, which she completed in 1993. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Gerontology from the University of South Florida in 1986. Her educational background complements her extensive experience in sales leadership and account management within the hospitality sector.
Skills in Hospitality and Event Management
Lucy possesses strong skills in catering and event management, which enhance her ability to manage client relationships effectively in the hospitality industry. Her background includes roles in corporate travel sales and account management, allowing her to leverage her expertise in developing strategic client partnerships.
Teaching Career
Before transitioning to the hospitality industry, Lucy Sharkey worked as a teacher at Miami-Dade County Public Schools from 1989 to 2004. This 15-year experience in education provided her with foundational skills that she later applied in her sales and account management roles.