Stacey Edinger

Experienced Hospitality Sales & Operations Executive

Stacey Edinger is the Head of Hospitality and Co-Founder of Ardennes Brewing LLC, a Belgian-inspired craft brewery located in the Finger Lakes region of New York. With over 25 years of experience in the hospitality industry, she has a strong background in strategic sales and marketing within both branded and independent organizations.

Professional Background

Experience: Edinger has held various leadership roles, including:
- Corporate Director of Sales Operations at Hyatt Hotels Corporation (2016-2020), where she was responsible for sales learning and development.
- Director of Content Strategy, Marketing at Cornell University (2015-2016), leading marketing campaigns aligned with institutional goals.
- Director of Sales & Marketing at multiple Hyatt locations, focusing on group and transient sales efforts.

Education

Edinger graduated from the Cornell School of Hotel Administration, earning a Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Administration/Management.

Specialties

Her expertise includes:

Opening and renovating hospitality assets.
Team development and talent management.
Budget management and market trend analysis.

Stacey's journey into brewing began as a hobby alongside her husband, Derek Edinger, which eventually led to the establishment of Ardennes Brewing. The brewery emphasizes community engagement and quality craft beer, reflecting their passion for hospitality and brewing.1 2