Managing Director
Current-Lead metro Detroit portfolio of six Marriott and Hilton brand hotels that are currently operating or in development, as well as four independent food and beverage outlets.-Strategic leader in the ground-up development of two pipeline hotel openings.-Execute brand repositioning and conversion from two independent properties to distinctive historic branded lifestyle hotels.-Contribute to future growth by demonstrating Azul Hospitality credibility through delivering consistently high performance and brand standards for the properties while developing strong leadership and future-focused owner relationships.-Recruit and lead General Managers and Area Directors who are guest centric, performance builders, commercial entrepreneurs and powerful connectors and are focused on executing corporate programs, tools and systems to drive hotel revenues, quality and service levels and maximize hotel performance.-Lead General Managers and Area Directors in creating an inclusive brand culture where every team member is valued and able to perform at their best through developing and implementing targeted hotel action plans and initiatives to improve guest satisfaction and employee engagement.-Grow and manage trusted relationships with ownership and key stakeholders in the market, demonstrating credibility through the successful operation of existing properties enabling open and honest dialogue and the creation of opportunities for future hotel developments.
