Gillis Family Recipe: Nana’s Chicken Fricot

This is an Acadian dish and was a staple for my family growing up. My dad was one of 12 children growing up in Cape Breton Island, so my Nana had to learn to cook inexpensive meals that could be stretched to feed her big family. It’s one of our family favorite dishes we still […]

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Committed to Excellence

At Gillis Sales, we understand that the backbone of our success lies in the strength of our sales team. That’s why we are deeply committed to ongoing training and development—ensuring that our team is equipped with the skills and knowledge necessary to not only meet, but exceed, the expectations of our clients. We know that […]

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Local Sales, Big Impact: Strategies for Hotel Success in 2025

The Power of a Local Sales Strategy for Hotel Success in 2025 One of the most effective ways to drive revenue and maximize performance is by focusing on a local sales strategy. A tailored approach that targets the community, local businesses, and surrounding markets can yield impressive results. Here’s how sales teams can activate this […]

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2025: A Year of Opportunity

The hotel industry is poised for a relatively flat year when it comes to occupancy and much of the 1.8% increase in REVPAR will come from ADR (according to CoStar). This forecast hasn’t been updated with the recent tariffs and trade discussions and could very well change. Hotels need to be ready to navigate a […]

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Gillis Family Sweet Potato, Carrot & Parsnip Soup

Ingredients: 8 cups of chicken broth 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled 2 medium parsnips, peeled 2 large carrots, peeled 1 medium onion 2 cloves of garlic Directions: Sautee garlic and onions in olive oil in a large pot. Add diced sweet potatoes, carrots and parsnips. Add in chicken broth. Bring to a boil and reduce […]

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Getting Your Unfair Share this RFP Season

At Gillis Sales, we know that winning new business starts with understanding both where we’ve been and where we want to go. Phyllis Tess, Gillis’ new Enterprise Consultant, recently shared her insights on how to grow business from Global accounts.  It all starts with the RFP Process. Phyllis believes, “The #1 key to shifting market […]

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Some of Our Clients

Proudly Serving Clients throughout US & Canada

Patti Barker

"As a management company with 4 smaller hotels in busy transient markets, we have struggled to keep our sales and marketing costs relative to the size of our hotel.  The cost and time invested in attracting, training, and retaining good salespeople with the current job climate can be not only daunting but frustrating with turnover.  With varying demand in the market, a sales manager needs to recognize when to take the business, and when to say no to it.  The right rate, at the right time! We have solved all these problems through turning this demanding role in 3 of our hotels over to Gillis Sales. Gillis is a trusted, credible partner who has supplied me with experienced professionals who know the fastest route to the business I need.  This has become our most effective resource, and I 100% recommend the Gillis solution to my colleagues."

Vice President of Hospitality / Metropolitan Hospitality Management

Preena Patel

We have the pleasure of working with Gillis Sales, and couldn’t be happier with the results. Their expertise in the hospitality industry, combined with their innovative sales strategies, have delivered exceptional revenue growth for our property. I highly recommend Gillis Sales to any hotel looking to boost their sales and increase their bottom line. Their commitment to excellence and personalized approach make them a valuable partner in the competitive world of hotel sales.

Administrative Director / A-1 Hospitality

Irwin M. Prince

"The math is simple: Gillis equals heads-in-beds! The sales pro's at Gillis have been instrumental in building occupancy at Motel 6 and Studio 6 hotels in Canada over the past several years.  Working collaboratively with owners and managers, Gillis takes the time required to find and convert prospects to guests.  Gillis provides a best-in-class solution for hotels that don't have a dedicated, well-trained sales team."

President & COO / Realstar Hospitality

Perry Batke

“We had the good fortune of engaging Gillis after years of managing our sales effort inhouse. They came highly recommended through brand leadership and seasoned sales professionals – and they haven’t disappointed. Despite only a few months into our relationship, they have had an immediate impact on our hotels and key account relationships. The Gillis team has already established themselves as one of our most valued and trusted advisors and partners. They have always displayed the professionalism, passion and accountability demanded by their profession. The Gillis team is well prepared, highly engaged and goal orientated. To this end, they have solidified accounts, delivered new bookings and helped to diversify our business drivers. As a result, they have earned the deep respect and trust of our organization. I would not hesitate to recommend Gillis for any organization that requires the highest levels of sales performance, execution and professionalism.”

CHA, General Manager / Denham Hospitality Organization

Hitesh Patel

“Tammy Gillis and her organization have been nothing short of amazing! We have seen an approximate ROI of 10x at our BW PLUS hotel as well as a ROI of 4-5x at our BW hotel. The sales team is so dedicated, passionate and driven to deliver revenue to hotels. I just wish we started sooner with Gillis!”

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Sales is the life blood of your organization.

No business has ever succeeded without sales. Knowing where to start can be overwhelming.

The good news is, we can teach you how to do it OR we can do it for you.

Our services will help you sell more rooms, stand out and succeed in a competitive market, and train your staff to implement sales more effectively.

Interested to learn how this applies to you? Contact us for a complimentary consultation.

 




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