Larry Daniels

Larry Daniels has been promoted to regional vice president of operations for HRI Lodging (HRIL) with direct oversight of the entire HRIL branded portfolio, announced Gary Gutierrez, president of the company.

Most recently, Daniels served as vice president/general manager of HRIL with responsibility of the company’s assets owned with investor group, Carey Watermark, Inc.

Daniels joined HRI Lodging in September 2011 as general manager of the Chateau Bourbon. He led the property through a $20 million renovation and conversion to a Four Diamond rated Hyatt French Quarter on time and within budget. Hyatt Hotels Corporation last year awarded HRI Lodging its Best Conversion award for the Hyatt French Quarter.

Prior to joining HRI Lodging, Daniels worked with Hyatt for more than 30 years. He was the general manager for several hotels under the Hyatt Regency flag, including the Hyatt Regency DFW, Hyatt Regency New Brunswick and Hyatt Regency Cherry Hill.