Hello, I'm Erica Penley Claycomb.
Erica Penley-Claycomb, CRME, is a highly experienced professional in the fields of hotel distribution and vacation rentals, with a remarkable career spanning over 25 years. She embarked on her journey in the hospitality industry as a call center Reservations Agent at Kimpton Hotels in Denver, Colorado. Erica quickly progressed within the organization, transitioning into the GDS department and subsequently assuming roles such as Reservations Manager and corporate Distribution Director overseeing all hotels. Driven by an unwavering passion for the hospitality industry, Erica has continuously honed her expertise, staying committed to her chosen field. Today, she leads EPiC Specialists, an organization dedicated to providing exceptional services in hotel distribution. Throughout her career, Erica has collaborated with prestigious luxury and boutique brands, including Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, Loews Hotels & Resorts, as well as Forbes Five Star Hotels such as The Hermitage Hotel and Keswick Hall & Golf Club. Her contributions have resulted in generating multi-million- dollar revenues through various facets, including revenue management, distribution, supplier relations, system rollouts, and product development.