Blue Harbor Resort & Conference Center Announces Several Key Appointments
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SHEBOYGAN, Wis. - WisconsinEagle -- Blue Harbor Resort is pleased to announce several key promotions including a new Executive Manager, Sales Manager, and Executive Chef. These positions will be instrumental in leading the day-to-day operations at the 179-suite resort and 39 private villas.

Previously Group Sales Manager, Delaine Reichert has stepped into the role of Executive Manager, transitioning to General Manager in 90 days. Delaine also served as Conference Service Manager, but additionally brings a wealth of previous experience to this new role.

An advocate for change, Delaine caught the attention of the Mayor with a letter to the local newspaper and was convinced to run for public office. Delaine won that campaign and served on the city council for three years, was appointed Director of Economic Development, and earned the coveted CED certificate by the time she was 40.

Over the next nine years, Delaine attracted $300 million in commercial development and added 600 new jobs to the community. One project was the construction of a branded hotel to support the needs of Cancer Treatment Centers of America, providing the opportunity to move into the private sector as an investor and General Manager. During this time her investment team constructed and operated six additional branded and independent hotels in Illinois, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.

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"If this is the beginning of my last job, it is by far going to be my favorite job," exclaimed Delaine of her recent appointment.

Taking the lead as the head of the sales department, Erica Ellinger has been promoted to Sales Manager. Erica first joined Blue Harbor Resort in 2004 when the resort opened its doors, serving in the roles of Front Desk Agent, Housekeeping Supervisor, Group Rooms Coordinator, Senior Conference Service Manager, and most recently as the Sales & General Manager Executive Assistant. Erica brings over twenty years of exceptional customer service and a wealth of knowledge about the history of Blue Harbor Resort to her new role.

Kevin Rieck fills out this recent round of promotions moving up from Banquet Cook to Executive Chef. Kevin attended the Scottsdale Culinary Institute in Scottsdale, AZ, an affiliate of the famous Le Cordon Bleu in Paris, kicking off his thirty years in culinary arts. Kevin has served as a Cook, Sous Chef, Banquet Chef, Executive Banquet Chef, and Executive Chef. His experience includes positions at the Osthoff Resort, Grand Geneva Resort, Marcus Hotels & Resorts, and Siebkin's Resort, among others. Having helped establish Blue Harbor Resort's kitchen in 2004, it is an honor to welcome Kevin back to the team.

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With these new key appointments in place, Blue Harbor Resort is moving forward to face the unique challenges of being Wisconsin's number one lakefront resort and prepared for growth. Learn more about careers at https://www.blueharborresort.com/careers/.