Chris Hosmer Hosmer developed a strong hospitality foundation with major corporations, especially JW Marriott Hotels & Resorts. Hosmer joined the Marriott team in 1978, and quickly escalated into a directorial role, serving as the Director of Sales & Marketing at San Antonio Marriott Riverwalk (1981-1984), San Antonio Marriott Rivercenter (1984-1990) and Philadelphia Downtown Marriott (1990-1997). Beginning his General Manager career in 1997, Hosmer served as the General Manager of the Philadelphia Downtown Courtyard Hotel, followed by General Manager of the Bridgewater Marriott Hotel in New Jersey. Most recently, Hosmer held the position of General Manager of the New York Marriott East Side Hotel, where he was a key player in improving overall guest satisfaction, overseeing the hotels’ multi-million-dollar annual operating budget and providing effective and direct leadership of the staff on a daily basis.