Leon Young has been appointed as Managing Director at Asher Adams, Autograph Collection
Asher Adams, Autograph Collection, is pleased to announce the appointment of Leon Young as managing director. As a seasoned industry leader with more than 25 years of experience, Young will oversee the landmark property’s strategic direction and day-to-day operations, with a focus on team culture and the continued evolution of Asher Adams within Salt Lake City’s hospitality landscape.
Most recently, Young served as the managing director of The Standard, High Line in New York, overseeing the 338-room hotel and its five food, beverage and entertainment venues. Before joining The Standard, he served as area managing director for the properties formerly known as Ace Hotel New Orleans and Maison de la Luz, where he revitalized the food and beverage concepts and guided a significant repositioning effort. His career also includes leadership positions across the W Hotels portfolio in Hollywood, San Francisco, Scottsdale, New Orleans, Chicago, Dallas and other key markets. Young holds an Associate of Arts degree in Liberal Studies from Marymount College and has earned several awards and accolades over his career, including the former Starwood Hotels & Resorts Award for Heroism.
Asher Adams offers a distinctive stay in the heart of downtown Salt Lake City, housed within the city’s historic Union Pacific Depot. Opened in fall 2024 as Salt Lake City’s first Autograph Collection hotel, the 225-room property thoughtfully blends the character of the restored train station with a modern eight-story tower and 13 Historic Suites located within the original depot. The hotel features nearly 20,000 square feet of event space, plus a dynamic collection of dining and entertainment concepts, including signature restaurant Rouser, No. 119, The Bar at Asher Adams, and an on-site coffee shop. Located directly across from the Delta Center and within easy reach of Utah’s renowned mountain destinations, Asher Adams serves as a gateway to both the energy of downtown Salt Lake City and the outdoor adventure beyond.
For more information or to make a reservation, please visit www.asheradamshotel.com.