Sponsor Spotlight: Ottawa Marriott
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The Ottawa Marriott is another company that is jumping in to social media with great fervor and innovative ways to promote themselves – even as a “staycation” destination. They know how to connect with people and that is the key driver of success in social media.
Please tell us a bit about your company and what you do.
The Ottawa Marriott is a four-diamond hotel and conference centre located in the heart of downtown Ottawa. Whether it’s for a staycation with the kids, a wedding, a small meeting or a large conference, our facilities and services will exceed your expectations: 480 guestrooms, 31,000 square feet of function space including Summit, our revolving rooftop room, “spin” Kitchen & Bar, Kids’ Zone for toddlers & teens alike, on-site Starbucks lounge, indoor pool, sauna, spa services and state-of-the-art fitness centre.
How is your company involved in social media? What do you feel is the importance of social media in business?
At the Ottawa Marriott, social media is all about community, connection and care.
COMMUNITY
Our associates have always taken pride in our active involvement in the Ottawa community. Social media has not only increased our awareness of community and charitable events, but also provided us additional opportunities to sponsor and support them in any way that we can. In addition, as a member of the tourism industry, community for us also means promoting the beautiful and culturally-rich city that we live and work in. Social media offers us the opportunity to become ambassadors for Ottawa and to use this platform to spread the word about our world-class attractions and events.
CONNECTION & CARE
Mobile communications have changed how our guests work and travel. As a home away from home for many of our guests, taking care of their needs is central to everything we do at the Ottawa Marriott. Part of taking care of our guests, whether visiting on pleasure or business, is knowing what matters to them. Social media represents an important tool for listening to our guests’ concerns, gathering constructive feedback, learning about what others are doing successfully as well as offering a convenient and timely vehicle to serve and communicate with our guests while they’re away from home.
Some additional highlights about Ottawa Marriott:
Spin Kitchen & Bar (@SpinKitchenBar) is hosting the Social Capital Conference Meetup this Friday from 7:00-10:00. There are only a few spots left, so be sure to sign up soon if you haven’t already!
The Ottawa Marriott is also offering Social Capital Conference attendees a special rate. You can find out about the rate and how to get it by going to our Accommodations page.
