Donald E. Cook

Donald E. Cook, who has managed hotels in major markets across the country and assisted in the transitions of legendary properties such as the Algonquin in New York City, has been named general manager of the Hilton Shreveport , announced John Cario, vice president/general manager for HRI Lodging. Cook previously managed a number of properties in the portfolio of HEI Hotels & Resorts, one of the fastest growing privately held owner/operators in the hotel industry, with 51 hotels in 19 states. Cook has managed properties flying the flags of Hyatt, Marriott, Hilton, Holiday Inn and Embassy Suites. He also managed the Hotel Minneapolis in its rebranding to the Autograph Collection.