Thursday, 30 May 2013 07:02

Saratoga Convention & Tourism Bureau adds Destination Wedding and Social Market Specialist

By Staff Report | Business

SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Saratoga Convention & Tourism Bureau announced that Tom Ellis has joined the staff as Destination Wedding and Social Market Specialist.

Tom is a seasoned hospitality professional with 20 years of experience in luxury hotels, nightclubs, restaurants and world class events, mainly in the New York City area market. Tom’s attention to detail and creativity has garnered him the respect of industry peers and established a following with both social and corporate clients in the worlds of business, politics, and entertainment.

“We are thrilled to welcome Tom to Saratoga and to the Convention & Tourism Bureau team,” said Bureau president Todd Garofano. “The destination wedding market is a lucrative year-round segment which Saratoga is perfectly positioned for. Brides and grooms have been choosing Saratoga for their special events for years. With the tremendous growth we have seen as a destination, we have barely scratched the surface for this sought after business. Tom’s experience in this industry and in one of our key feeder markets, New York City, will provide immediate benefit. 

Tom Ellis can be reached at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., (518) 584-1531 ext. 108.

To accommodate the need for additional staff space, the Bureau moved upstairs to new office space at its current address. They are now located in Suite 301 at 60 Railroad Place, Saratoga Springs.

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