Hogan Hospitality Group (HHG), a hotel management company with flagship properties in the state of Hawaii, has obtained a majority interest in Marin Management Inc. (MMI), a California-based hospitality group managing properties in California, Arizona and Texas. With the acquisition, HHG adds 17 hotels, restaurants and spas to its diverse portfolio, with the majority of properties located in California.

John Manderfeld, founder and president of Marin Management Inc., will remain president following the acquisition. HHG will work closely with MMI leadership to continue providing exceptional support and management to hotel owners, while developing strategies for growth into new markets.

"As a family-owned and operated business, we're grateful to strike this partnership with another family business that shares many of the same values, such as delivering greater growth and greater return on investment for hotel owners," said Manderfeld. "Hogan Hospitality Group has a long track record of success in Hawaii, a market driven by hospitality, and we are excited to gain their support and resources while working toward new growth opportunities together."

"Marin Management has built an excellent reputation and strong relationships with hotel owners and partners over the years," said Gary Hogan, CEO of Hogan Hospitality Group. "We look forward to working with MMI's clients to provide outstanding operations, marketing and management expertise and bringing an owner-centric approach to hotel management."

About Marin Management, Inc.

Marin Management, Inc., headquartered in Sausalito, California, is a full-service hotel management company. The company provides a variety of management, consulting, sales-support, acquisition and development services for the lodging and restaurant industries. Marin Management currently operates hotels throughout California, Arizona and Texas and is expanding into other states. Marin Management operates full-service and limited-service hotels affiliated with 14 brands of major international franchisers, such as Hilton Hotels Corporation®, Wyndham International®, Choice Hotels International®, Carlson Hotels Worldwide®, Intercontinental Hotel Group® (IHG) and other franchisors. The company also operates unique independent hotels, such as the Bay Landing Hotel, San Francisco International Airport.

About Hogan Hospitality Group

As pioneers in hospitality and tourism, Hogan Hospitality is a hotel management company with a growing portfolio of properties and proven track record of success. Its subsidiary companies, Marin Management and Hawaiian Hotels and Resorts, manage over 30 properties across the country. Born out of hotel ownership, Hogan Hospitality has a unique understanding of the hospitality industry, offering hotel owners measurable results in profitability and guest satisfaction, and unparalleled management experience. To learn more about Hogan Hospitality, visit www.hoganhospitalitygroup.com.