07/19/2026
Sometimes the most meaningful stories begin with an ordinary guest interaction.
Recently, internationally recognized market strategist Vickie Sullivan returned to Hilton Garden Inn Gallup and shared something unexpected with bartender Desiree Perez—that she had inspired an article Vickie wrote nearly three years earlier after watching Desiree calmly manage a busy bar following a wedding reception.
We're proud to share Desiree's story and celebrate the lasting impact that exceptional hospitality can have.
Read the full story here: https://www.tmsnm.com/hilton-garden-inn-gallup-desiree-bartender/