Meet the Team
Meetings are important drivers of the economy, and we have a venue for just about any gathering. The team of experts with Salamander Hotels & Resorts is more than equipped to help you craft the perfect event
Director of Sales & Marketing
Darin Riggio
Director of Sales & Marketing
Darin Riggio is the Director of Sales & Marketing at Innisbrook, A Salamander Golf & Spa Resort. With more than a decade of hospitality leadership experience, Darin directs property-wide sales and marketing efforts overseeing all golf and group sales, as well as catering and revenue management. Darin earned a bachelor's in hospitality management from Lynn University in Boca Raton, FL. He is also a certified hospitality sales professional as recognized by the American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute. Before joining Innisbrook, Darin served as Resort Sales Director at Disney Meeting & Events and has also worked in sales and marketing leadership roles for several hotels and resorts across Florida, including Reunion Resort, PGA National Resort & Spa, Fontainebleau Miami Beach, and Hyatt Regency Coral Gables.
Convention & Group Sales
Craig Cochran
Senior Sales Manager
Golf Group Sales
Tim Thompson
Senior Golf Sales Manager
With a focus on customer service Mr. Thompson joined the Salamander family in February 2007. Tim has been in the golf industry for over 20 years and in Hospitality for nearly 8 years. Tim's focus is ensuring the success of each and every group's program. Tim has the proven ability to create unique member, junior and guest experience using innovative and dynamic programs. Tim enjoys spending time with his kids swimming, barbequing and attending local sporting events.
Billy Oosting
Senior Golf Sales Manager
Billy serves as a Golf Sales Manager at Innisbrook Resort specializing in Golf Tournaments and Day Golf Groups. With 10 years of experience in the golf industry, Billy brings plenty of knowledge and passion to the Innisbrook team. Before joining Innisbrook, he spent time working at some notable facilities including Medinah Country Club in IL. Most recently, Billy served as the assistant golf professional of Innisbrook’s Copperhead Course; He took on his new role in 2017. Billy enjoys playing golf with friends and clients, kayaking, and rooting for his Detroit sports teams.