Hiding Behind the Face of Facebook & Other Social Media Sites...

When I was first hired by The Davenport Hotel and Tower and Hotel Lusso as a part-time Social Media Coordinator, I was not sure what sort of following I was going to be able to produce. I was hired in the beginning of November, and I am shocked that we are over 2000 fans between the two hotels. I must say, I am very lucky to work for a hotel that people truly love and enjoy. I am also very thankful to have such a large following. I don’t know all of you, but I get a glimpse into your life every time you post a comment up or click that little “like” thumbs up button. I appreciate every comment I receive, and it makes my job a lot more fun and enjoyable.

I have come to enjoy the fact that in a way I am like the Wizard of Oz. No one really knows who the man is hiding behind the curtain or ummmm computer screen. I work on the fourth floor of the Tower on the Sales and Catering side of the office, and I sometimes think people down the hall don’t even know who is controlling the Social Media sites.

Well, today I have decided it’s time to reveal myself. If nothing more, so that I can thank our fans for always giving me a glimpse into their lives, here is a glimpse into mine. Some may not be interested, but for those of you who are…here you go!

My name is Sarah Berl and I am a Social Media Coordinator for The Davenport Hotel and Tower and Hotel Lusso. Phewwww. That felt good! I have a lengthy background, so I will make this as short, sweet and concise as possible.

I was born in New York and when I was about six years old my family moved to the San Francisco area. I attended Gonzaga University for undergrad where I studied Speech Communications and Print Journalism and my junior year in Florence, Italy.

After graduating, I went to Boston University where I received my Masters in Broadcast Journalism. I was then hired by TV Production Company that produced shows for networks such as ESPN, ABC Sports, Fox Sports, Travel Channel and Food Network. I moved to New York City and became a TV Producer. I loved the job, loved the city and loved all the traveling I was fortunate enough to do.

After several years though, it started to wear on me and I craved the west coast again. So, in May of 2009, I packed up my stuff and left for Spokane, Washington! I decided when I left New York that I would try my hand at a career in a different field of communications, and that’s what landed me at The Davenport Hotel.

So you might ask yourself or me…Why Spokane? I get that question a lot…and for that answer you will have to wait. That is another blog for another day. But trust me, I am so happy to be here and thank you to all who have welcomed me with open arms!