Christopher Wietig has been appointed as Director of Business Development at Essex Hotel Management, LLC

Essex Hotel Management, LLC has hired Christopher Wietig as its new director of business development, a key appointment that underscores the company's robust growth strategy for 2025 and beyond.In this newly created role, Wietig will spearhead Essex's efforts to expand its portfolio — aiming to meet the company's stated goal of doubling Essex's managed properties within five years — by strategically identifying and securing new contracts with hoteliers seeking a hands-on, results-driven third-party management partner. His responsibilities will include driving portfolio growth, implementing advanced business development tools, overseeing contract negotiations, and cultivating strong relationships with owners, investors, and industry stakeholders.Wietig brings nearly 20 years of diverse experience spanning enterprise sales, marketing, real estate development, and asset management across hospitality, mixed-use, industrial, and multi-family sectors. Prior to joining Essex, he served as director of business development with a Buffalo, NY-based company with a diversified real estate portfolio. He holds an MBA from the State University of New York at Buffalo, with concentrations in marketing and consulting, and a Bachelor of Music from SUNY Fredonia.