Chris SteinStonebridge Companies is pleased to welcome Vice President of Business Development Chris Stein to its talented and knowledgeable staff. Stonebridge has earned a reputation as one of the nation’s leading hospitality management and development companies, employing sophisticated management practices and a commitment to “Distinguished Hospitality”. Mr. Stein will be leveraging Stonebridge’s diverse, national platform to source additional 3rd-party management opportunities, evaluate new partnerships and alliances, and coordinate with current partners to enhance existing relationships. Prior to joining Stonebridge, Stein was Vice President of Acquisitions & Development for Highgate Hotels, an integrated hospitality management and real estate investment company. While there, Highgate developed, acquired and assumed management of assets with value in excess of $2 billion. Previous experience includes 11 years with Hospitality Real Estate Counselors (HREC), a leading national hotel and casino advisory firm, where as Senior Vice President he lead a team focused on consulting, appraisal and litigation support. His hospitality career began at the Venetian Resort Hotel & Casino, where Stein became a Hotel Manager within a year. Stein is a graduate of University of Nevada, Las Vegas William F. Harrah’s School of Hotel Administration and is active in their alumni association.