Sign up for our newswire newsletter

 

Sheraton New Orleans Welcomes GM With 20 Years of Global Experience

Ingrid Chavez

Sheraton New Orleans announced Ingrid Chaves as its new general manager October 30. She will be responsible for all aspects of the hotel’s operations and guest experience.

Chaves comes to Sheraton New Orleans from Orlando World Center Marriott, where she achieved record-breaking results in guest satisfaction and revenue growth.

“I’m thrilled to join Sheraton New Orleans and to be part of a city so rich in culture, hospitality and heart,” Chaves said. “New Orleans’ vibrancy and warmth mirror the experience we strive to create for every guest, and I’m excited to lead our team in bringing that to life each day.”

[Related: 4 Questions for a Veteran Conference Services Director]

Sheraton, a Marriott brand, tagged Chaves for the role because of her experience working for Marriott International in Costa Rica, Peru, the U.S. and the Caribbean. Chaves has spent more than 20 years working for Marriott properties.  

“Ingrid’s wealth of international experience and her proven leadership across global markets make her exceptionally well suited to lead Sheraton New Orleans,” said Elaine Richard, regional vice president, Southeast at Marriott International. “With her fresh perspective and insight from many corners of the globe, she is uniquely equipped to elevate our service and foster a truly global sense of community and guest experience in New Orleans.” 

Read about more moves and appointments in the meetings industry.

Profile picture for user Madeleine Willis
About the author
Madeleine Willis | Content Developer, Departments & Social Media

Madeleine Willis joined Meetings Today magazine in September 2025 as a content developer, departments and social media. She is a graduate of the University of Iowa where she studied Journalism and Mass Communication with a certificate in Event Management. She writes for news departments: "The Buzz," "Industry Intelligence," "Going Places" and "New & Renovated." Willis also manages content for social media.