How to resolve AdBlock issue? SARATOGA SPRINGS - Todd Garofano, president of the Saratoga Convention and Tourism Bureau, on Thursday announced his departure from the organization after eight years. Garofano is leaving to pursue other interests outside of the industry, according to the organization. His last day will be Friday, April 6.
During Garofano’s time at Discover Saratoga, sales have grown almost 125 percent with over 98,000 in contracted room nights signed in 2017 compared to just over 43,000 in 2010, according to a statement released by the organization. Discover Saratoga serviced over 640 groups in 2017 - an increase of nearly 280 percent since 2010 - accounting for nearly 100,000 room nights and $67.5m in estimated economic impact.
In 2015, Garofano successfully negotiated a management agreement contract with the city of Saratoga Springs for Discover Saratoga to take over the operations and programs for the Heritage Area Visitor Center, topped by a record attendance in 2017 with more than 40,000 visitors.
“We are grateful to have someone of Todd’s caliber at the helm for such an extended time. Not only did he grow our convention business by leaps and bounds,” said Cindy Hollowood, in a statement. Hollowood is general manager of the Holiday Inn and chairperson of the Board of Directors of the convention bureau. “He has a terrific sales team in place to ensure continued prosperity. He is well known and regarded throughout the Northeast in meetings and convention circles and undoubtedly will be a hard act to follow. On behalf of the board, we wish him every success.”
A Search Committee for Garofano’s replacement is led by Megan Hennessey, general manager of the Courtyard by Marriott and At-Large Executive Committee member of the Board of Directors.
The job description can be found here: https://www.discoversaratoga.org/the-bureau/opportunities/. Those interested in applying for this position should send their cover letter and resume to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. No phone calls.
