Greg C Prescott Email & Phone Number

Seattle, Wa, Us

Oversight of talent acquisition since 2012, stewarding talent acquisition during a period of 1000% growth to 105+ national hospitality assets across five distinct business verticals. Columbia Hospitality recruits over 3,000 individuals on an annual basis including 400+ exempt leaders to sustain our growing presence on a national scale. Privileged to support and guide a team of recruiters who cover 40+ functional areas under the talent umbrella including employment branding, recruitment strategy, partnerships, AI development, international visa employment, housing programs, ATS implementation/optimization and more. Additionally, I serve as a the chair of Columbia Executive Search, which supports various hospitality & travel/tourism clients in headhunting and task force support nationally which saw 400% growth in 2023 alone. Additional support to business development & L&D functions within the enterprise.

Seattle, Wa, Us

• Strategic projects and initiatives for People and Culture • Senior advisor and contributor to talent (recruitment/learning and development) team• People and Culture Business Partner for multiple properties/verticals • Business development efforts including new projects, People & Culture consulting – training and executive search

Seattle, Wa, Us

Oversight of all responsibilities contained under the Talent Management discipline, focusing on salaried recruitment, talent development (training), employment branding, strategic partnerships and technologies - among other responsibilities as applicable. Serves as HR Business Partner to four golf properties, two hotels, and three unique venues across multiple states and municipalities. Directly supporting 600+ team members as HR Business Partner.Additionally tasked with growing awareness for Columbia Hospitality through various communication vehicles, prospecting and vetting potential business opportunities, contract and proposal drafting/review as well as the coordination of consulting projects as appropriate.

Seattle, Wa, Us

Direct oversight of full cycle recruiting for 37 properties, including, 16 Luxury Hotels, 9 Golf Properties, 3 Conference Centers and 7 Unique Venues. Additional recruitment done surrounding consulting or investment projects.Creation of an executive recruitment search branch of business in 2016, with multiple successful placements.Job responsibilities include: sourcing strategy, tracking metrics, job posting creation, advertising, employment screening, interviewing, scheduling, offer & salary negotiations, incentive plans, relocation, internship program creation, costing/allocation, and employment branding. Additional exposure to other disciplines including employment benefits, employment law, policy creation, employment counseling, discipline, and other.Took on management of Training and Development in June 2015 with responsibilities that include: managing the Training Specialist position, returning a suite of 10 professional development classes, transition of ownership of Team Member Orientation facilitation, bilingual offerings, introduction of new training methods/mediums, task force training initiatives, assist with acquisitions/new properties, Certified Training Program, and offering guidance on the overhaul/content adaption of all training/development offerings.2016 Recipient of "Top 100 Companies to Work For" by Seattle Business Magazine #21 in large company category.

Seattle, Wa, Us

Directly oversaw full cycle recruiting for 33 properties, including, 13 Luxury Hotels, 10 Golf Properties, 3 Conference Centers and 7 Unique Venues. Additional recruitment done surrounding consulting or investment projects.Job responsibilities include: sourcing strategy, tracking metrics, job posting creation, advertising, employment screening, interviewing, scheduling, offer & salary negotiations, incentive plans, relocation, internship program creation, costing/allocation, and employment branding. Additional exposure to other disciplines including employment benefits, employment law, policy creation, employment counseling, discipline, and other.Business development proposals to developers/ownership groups, pre-opening experience, task force projects, critical path. Developing and deploying process efficiency during a high growth period.Successful recruitment strategies in differing local markets, recruiting 425+ team members in first 90 days across the portfolio. 1000+ team members in 12 months, including 62 salaried positions in same span of time. 100 Best Companies to Work For:Columbia Hospitality has been recognized multiple times as a Best Company to Work For in Washington. Seattle Business magazine recognizes 100 companies in the state for their commitment to creating a positive work environment for employees, and for setting the standard for leadership in the community.

Seattle, Wa, Us

Management of the Rooms Division at Salish Lodge & Spa encompassing the departments of Front Office, Valet, Housekeeping, PBX, Night Audit, Reservations, Spa, & Retail sectors. - Business Operations Management, People Management, Financials. - Builds strong relationships with customers and team at all levels of the organization.- Designs and recommends operating procedures, training, customer service initiatives.- Manages initiatives targeted to drive sales and profit goals.- Expense budgeting, forecasting, labor oversight- Participates & well versed with all HR responsibilities from new hires, onboarding & training. - Implements key customer initiatives and business goals- Maintains appropriate internal controls and processes.- Manages all details related to the day to day business in multiple departments.- Working daily in leading and participating in cross functional teams.- Social Media Management- Helps create a positive impression with all our guests.Salish Lodge & Spa consistently ranking in the top 100 hotels in the United States.Travel & Leisure "Top 500 Hotels in the World" 2012Conde Nast, 2014, #29/50 Top Hotel Spa's in AmericaConde Nast, 2018 #1 Resort in the PNW

Seattle, Wa, Us

Management of The Dining Room, Attic, & In Room Dining restaurant outlets. Consistently ranked among the best small resorts in the world (#1 in PNW by Conde Nast in 2018), the AAA Four Diamond Salish Lodge & Spa overlooks the 268-foot Snoqualmie Falls. This iconic Pacific Northwest lodge offers a dining experience unmatched among Washington's luxury resorts, featuring award-winning food and wine experiences coupled with one of the best views in the Seattle area.

Bellevue, Wa, Us

Other roles include: F& B Intern, Splash Cafe Supervisor, Banquet Server & HousemanLocated on the Sammamish Plateau, The Plateau Club features a picturesque 18-hole golf course, a beautiful, Northwest-style clubhouse and full-service Recreation Center. The family-focused environment offers a rare combination of traditional country club amenities along with a staff that caters to the distinct needs of its members and their guests.

TPC Snoqualmie Ridge is one of the Seattle areas premier private clubs featuring a 18-hole golf course designed by Jack Nicklaus, with an extensive practice facility. The 35,000 square foot Clubhouse features a pro shop, two member dining areas, banquet rooms, locker rooms and one of the most incredible views the Northwest has to offer. The Clubhouse also has a fitness room and an outdoor Junior Olympic swimming pool. The Club is located in Snoqualmie, Washington, approximately 30 minutes east of Seattle.

The Sahalee Country Club is a private golf course and country club in the northwest United States, located in Sammamish, Washington, a suburb east of Seattle. In the Chinookan language, Sahalee means "high heavenly ground."[6] The 27-hole course is located on a heavily forested plateau immediately east of Lake Sammamish. Sahalee is best known as the site of the PGA Championship in 1998, the first of Vijay Singh's three major titles. It was also the host of the WGC-NEC Invitational in 2002, won by Craig Parry.

Bachelor Of Arts, Hospitality Business Management

High School Diploma, General Studies