Leeann joined PTLA in July 2006 as Director of Member Relations & Programs. She is a 1995 Graduate of the Hotel/Restaurant Program at Penn State University. With over 15 years of operations experience, Leeann has held positions within the industry as Vice President of Operations, Regional Manager, Hotel General Manager, Vice President of Sales & Marketing, Director of Sales & Marketing, and Restaurant General Manager. As of August 2009, Leeann became PTLA’s Vice President. She is responsible for the retention and recruitment of PTLA members, Member Advantage Programs, operational issues, and helps to develop and promote educational programs and publications.