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POUGHKEEPSIE, NY — Hudson Valley Economic Development Corporation (HVEDC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Lou Petruzzelli, Vice President of Finance at Mohonk Mountain House, to its Board of Directors.
"Mohonk Mountain House plays a vital role in strengthening the Hudson Valley’s economy. Its commitment to tourism, local partnerships, and preservation of the region’s natural and historic assets has helped position the Hudson Valley as a premier destination. Mohonk Mountain House’s participation on the Hudson Valley Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors underscores its longstanding leadership in advancing sustainable tourism and regional economic growth," said Mike Oates, President and CEO of HVEDC.
Mohonk Mountain House is one of the Hudson Valley’s most iconic and enduring tourism destinations and a cornerstone of the region’s economy. A National Historic Landmark owned and operated by the Smiley family since 1869, the world-renowned resort is perched atop the Shawangunk Ridge in New Paltz, New York, and encompasses more than 1,000 acres of protected land. Known for its distinctive Victorian architecture, historic gardens, extensive trail network, and comprehensive hospitality offerings, Mohonk Mountain House attracts visitors from around the globe, driving significant tourism spending and supporting hundreds of local jobs across hospitality, food service, retail, transportation, and cultural attractions throughout the region.
“Mohonk Mountain House looks forward to joining the HVEDC community and contributing to the future success of our region. This is an exciting time for the Hudson Valley region to further develop its extraordinary assets and diversity. We are grateful to be a resort in operation for 157 years by the Smiley family at our location atop the Shawangunk mountains", said Lou Petruzzelli, VP of Finance for Mohonk Mountain House.
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