Kate Bentley
About Kate Bentley
Kate Bentley serves as the Director at Vroom, where she has worked since 2008. With a background in revenue management for hotels, she has over 16 years of experience in the hospitality industry and has held various roles in different countries.
Work at Vroom
Kate Bentley has served as Director at Vroom since 2008, marking 16 years in this role. Based in New York, New York, she has played a significant part in the company's operations. Her responsibilities include overseeing advanced revenue management techniques tailored to both budget and luxury hotel sectors. Bentley's expertise in managing revenue has contributed to the company's strategic growth and adaptation in a competitive market.
Previous Experience in Hospitality
Before joining Vroom, Kate Bentley accumulated extensive experience in the hospitality industry. She worked as an Account Director at Carlson Marketing from 1999 to 2006 in Minneapolis, Minnesota, where she managed client accounts and developed marketing strategies. Prior to that, she served as an Account Manager at Stretch in Stockholm, Sweden, from 1997 to 1999, and at Printing.com in Manchester, UK, from 1993 to 1997. This diverse background has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of revenue and sales management.
Education and Expertise
Kate Bentley's educational background includes studying at Altrincham Girls Grammar School from 1981 to 1988, followed by her attendance at the University of Liverpool from 1990 to 1993. Her academic foundation has supported her extensive career in the hospitality sector, particularly in revenue management for independent hotels. Bentley's expertise encompasses adapting strategies to meet the needs of various market segments, from small hotels to larger establishments.
Career in Revenue Management
With a long-standing career in revenue management, Kate Bentley has focused on optimizing revenue for hotels of varying sizes, from 5 to 500 bedrooms. Her role at Vroom has involved implementing advanced revenue management techniques that address the unique challenges of both budget and luxury markets. This specialization has positioned her as a knowledgeable leader in the hospitality industry.