John Botticella

Vice President of Global Accounts

PO BOX 588
4470 W. Sunset Blvd.

Office: 213-210-0174


Mobile: 213-210-0174


John Botticella

Vice President of Global Accounts

With over 20 years in Hospitality Industry, John has held senior hotel roles including Director of Sales and Director of Meetings and Events. He has represented and served customers from associations and corporations to award shows and production, allowing him to acquire a truly diverse and resourceful background.

John has experienced challenges and changes that can occur suddenly. He’s learned to respond decisively with tough negotiations and adaptability to successfully overcome crises like the economic downturn after September 11th, the economic crisis in 2009, and the current pandemic.

He will make your vision his own and dedicate himself to exceed YPO’s expectations. John takes pride in delivering any size goal which has earned him respect, a solid reputation, and countless professional relationships throughout the industry.

John has specialized in providing worldwide meeting and event planning solutions: speedy site selection, strong contract negotiations, and delivery of a comprehensive, competitive analysis of venue options, based on an extensive database and an unbiased relationship with thousands of hotels.

A proud United States Marine Corps Veteran, John has thoroughly enjoyed his successes over the fourteen years with ConferenceDirect.

“My job is to help you find the best-suited venues, hotels, meeting space, and hospitality services available… while negotiating on your behalf for the most favorable terms possible. Your success is my business, and I am here to serve you.”