Franklin Da Costa Escobar MS ‘19

Director of Sales and Marketing, Marenas Beach Resort


Franklin Da Costa Escobar MS ‘19

Bio

In 2017, I obtained my Bachelor's of Business Management at Palm Beach Atlantic University where during my studies I was in multiple clubs and organizations such as the prestigious Dean-selected mentorship program. After graduation, I began working at the iconic The Breakers Palm Beach where I learned all my foundation in hospitality while working with multiple departments as well as being in multiple clubs such as the Millennials in Motion club, Quality Service Team which is awarded to their top team members after a careful nomination and acceptance process, and the Wellness Team which focuses on the well-being of the over 2,000 team members at the properties by implementing multiple programs. In 2019, I obtained my Masters of Science in Hospitality and Tourism Management at Florida International University in where during my studies I volunteered at SOBEWFF and was an FIU ambassador at Hospitality Real Estate Conference in Los Angeles with Rocco Angelo. After graduation, I began working at Marenas Beach Resort as a Sales and Marketing Manager and was part of the reopening team post COVID and most recently I am transitioning into the role of Director of Sales and Marketing overseeing the sales, marketing and reservations department.

Why do you want to serve on the FIU Chaplin School Alumni Network?

Serving on the FIU Chaplin School Alumni Network will allow me to proudly represent Chaplin wherever I go and will help me advocate the importance of an Alumni Network. It is easy to get caught up in our day-to-day post-graduation but it is important to remember and honor the institution that taught us, helped us grow, and has shaped us into becoming who we are today. I would love to be a part of this network and help bring fellow alumni together.