Kevin Herbst has been appointed as Area Managing Director at Emeline and The Ryder Hotel
Emeline and The Ryder Hotel, part of the Makeready collection, are pleased to announce the appointment of Kevin Herbst as Area Managing Director, bringing more than three decades of hospitality leadership to the two design-forward Charleston properties. Known for his thoughtful, hands-on management style and ability to inspire teams, Herbst will oversee operations and strategic direction while continuing to elevate the guest experience.
Herbst joins Emeline and The Ryder Hotel with a distinguished background spanning lifestyle, boutique, and luxury hospitality. Over the years, Kevin has led multiple properties through periods of growth, brand evolution, and operational transformation, earning recognition for robust performance and team engagement.
In his new role, Herbst will focus on driving performance across both hotels while nurturing the culture that defines each property. His responsibilities include overseeing daily operations, supporting on-property leadership teams, and ensuring each guest interaction reflects warmth, creativity, and a true sense of place.
A graduate of Purdue University's School of Hospitality and Tourism Management, Herbst is known for his commitment to mentorship and people development. Outside of work, he enjoys traveling, fishing, and restoring classic cars and boats - pastimes that reflect his appreciation for craftsmanship and character, values that resonate throughout both hotels.
For more information about Emeline, visit hotelemeline.com.
For more information about The Ryder Hotel, visit theryderhotel.com.
Kevin Herbst is an alumnus of Purdue University – Class of 1993.