MEET THE EXPERTS BEHIND UNFORGETTABLE ONE KING WEST EVENTS
We specialize in crafting exceptional experiences for all corporate and social events. Our team is dedicated to precise planning and committed to providing an unparalleled experience for every guest and attendee. Your experience with us promises nothing less than excellence. Meet the team below.

Aliia Seidalieva
Sales Manager
Aliia brings nine years of experience in hotel sales, specializing in the art of crafting tailored solutions to ensure every event and meeting transitions seamlessly from concept to reality.
Sales Manager

Sales Manager
Aliia brings nine years of experience in hotel sales, specializing in the art of crafting tailored solutions to ensure every event and meeting transitions seamlessly from concept to reality. She finds the utmost satisfaction in deciphering each client’s unique needs and assisting in the magnificent realization of their complex plans. Clients consistently find Aliia’s most valuable skill to be her dependability and responsiveness; she remains involved throughout the entire process to guarantee smooth execution, building lasting partnerships as a result. Aliia ensures a client’s vision comes to life by thoroughly understanding their objectives and coordinating closely with the operations and events teams. She considers the unexpectedly high ceilings in our meeting spaces to be the venue’s hidden gem, lending an immediate sense of grandeur, and believes the residential-style suites offer an underutilized luxury for extended stays.

Lesley Bernardi
Sales Manager
Lesley is a highly accomplished professional, elevating our team with over 20 years of experience in the sale of premier event and meeting spaces.
Sales Manager

Sales Manager
Lesley is a highly accomplished professional, elevating our team with over 20 years of experience in the sale of premier event and meeting spaces. She distinguishes herself by offering clients the unparalleled value of trust, consistency, and expert knowledge, focusing on high-level account management from initial discovery through contract negotiation. Representing our independent, boutique hotel, Lesley’s capacity to provide remarkable flexibility is a highly valued skill she masterfully utilizes. To ensure a client’s vision is flawlessly realized, she deeply aligns the property’s capabilities with the client’s unique needs, aiming for the ultimate, welcoming sentiment of “we are home”. Lesley considers the elegant Teller’s Bistro area to be the venue’s underrated hidden gem, referring to its atmosphere as “a whole vibe.”

Oana Dragomir
Sales Manager
Oana is defined by her passion for curating exceptional experiences, leveraging over 22 years of specialization in selling premier event and meeting spaces within the hospitality industry.
Sales Manager

Sales Manager
Oana is defined by her passion for curating exceptional experiences, leveraging over 22 years of specialization in selling premier event and meeting spaces within the hospitality industry. She approaches every interaction with a genuine, one-of-a-kind focus, meticulously listening to clients to build the profound trust that transforms first-time clients into valued, long-term partners. Oana flawlessly ensures a client’s vision is realized through transparent, constant communication and close collaboration with our operations and culinary teams. She recognizes the hotel’s enduring hidden gem as its seamless blend of historic charm and modern elegance, notably within the Grand Banking Hall. Oana believes our on-site catering team is an underutilized luxury, whose flexible, tailored menus can elevate any event into a fully immersive, memorable culinary journey.

Neil Gilbert
Conference Services Manager
Neil is a dedicated Client Service Manager, bringing four years of extensive experience in planning and executing successful, flawless events.
Conference Services Manager

Conference Services Manager
Neil is a dedicated Client Service Manager, bringing four years of extensive experience in planning and executing successful, flawless events. His personal philosophy centers on ensuring every single interaction delivers an unparalleled experience, treating each client as though this moment were their first—and only—opportunity to experience the One King West standard. Neil particularly enjoys the creative challenge of menu curation, seeing it as an enjoyable puzzle where he meticulously incorporates variety, manages all dietary requirements, and ensures the perfect culinary flow for full-day or multi-day engagements. While the historic rooms rightly draw attention, Neil considers the hotel’s most underrated feature to be its prime, connected location that allows easy access to the GO train, subway, and streetcar and the fascinating historical facts detailed on every floor, which always spark authentic guest interest and conversation.

Tyler Wilson
Conference Services Manager
Tyler is a distinguished professional who elevates our team with over 20 years of expertise in selling and orchestrating successful, high-profile meetings and events.
Conference Services Manager

Conference Services Manager
Tyler is a distinguished professional who elevates our team with over 20 years of expertise in selling and orchestrating successful, high-profile meetings and events. His philosophy for true event success is rooted in a profound, comprehensive focus on meticulous details, recognizing that every small, strategic arrangement contributes significantly to the overall luxurious outcome and the exceptional guest experience. Tyler believes the hotel’s greatest feature lies in its magnificent historic spaces—these iconic settings are inherently grand, requiring minimal external décor to naturally elevate an event’s atmosphere. His favorite stage in the planning process is establishing the initial, elegant framework with a client, followed by the rewarding work of meticulously finalizing every single detail to ensure the perfect, seamless arrangement.

Madeline Sedore
Executive Meeting Manager
Madeline brings a refined perspective, combining over three years of professional events expertise with a robust foundation in hospitality operations cultivated through previous management roles.
Executive Meeting Manager

Executive Meeting Manager
Madeline brings a refined perspective, combining over three years of professional events expertise with a robust foundation in hospitality operations cultivated through previous management roles. Her client service philosophy is dedicated to establishing trust and genuine relationships, achieved through clear communication and meticulous follow-through, assuring clients their experience is in exceptionally capable hands. Madeline identifies the venue’s most unique and underrated asset as its remarkable architectural heritage—where vaulted ceilings, exquisite marble, and historic charm set an unmatched backdrop. Above all, her favourite fulfillment is witnessing a client’s vision realized, taking immense pleasure in the happiness of guests and celebrating the success by sharing positive feedback with our amazing team.

Ana Tovar
Sales Coordinator
Ana brings three years of dedicated experience in supporting the sale and meticulous coordination of premier events and meetings.
Sales Coordinator

Sales Coordinator
Ana brings three years of dedicated experience in supporting the sale and meticulous coordination of premier events and meetings. What genuinely makes her smile at work is the opportunity to flawlessly execute clients’ requests and witness their satisfaction, knowing she has contributed to their happiness. Her primary advice for anyone planning an event at One King West is to fully take advantage of our amazing historic venues and curated packages to effortlessly create an exclusive and truly unique experience. In Ana’s opinion, the venue’s most captivating hidden gem is the historic Vault—a distinctive space that provides an unforgettable, sophisticated backdrop for any event.

Joana Carias
Sales Coordinator
Joana is an integral part of our team, combining three years of dedicated Sales expertise with a full decade of commitment to the One King West legacy.
Sales Coordinator

Sales Coordinator
Joana is an integral part of our team, combining three years of dedicated Sales expertise with a full decade of commitment to the One King West legacy. She ensures every client experience is uniquely crafted, advising simply: share your vision and trust our team to bring it to life. To Joana Fifteen Hundred is a hidden gem that not many know of, noting its wraparound balcony and unforgettable views of the Toronto skyline create a stunning atmosphere, especially for cocktail receptions. What brings Joana the greatest joy is hearing the genuine excitement from clients, whether securing their reservation or arranging personalized accommodations. Knowing she has helped make the process smooth and ensured they feel genuinely cared for is the most rewarding part of her day.
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL
One King West Hotel & Residence would be proud to host your event. Our Event Specialist will respond to you in a timely and comprehensive manner and will work within all aspects of your event parameters.
