Scott Ness to Retire from Concord Hospitality After 23 Years
Ness served as Senior VP of Accounting for 23 years and helped lead the company's headquarters relocation from Cleveland to Raleigh.
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Concord Hospitality, an award-winning hotel management and development company operating premium hotels and restaurants across the U.S. and Canada, proudly celebrates the retirement of Scott Ness, Senior Vice President of Accounting. Mr. Ness concludes an extraordinary 23-year career with Concord, leaving behind a lasting impact.
Since joining Concord Hospitality in July 2003, Scott has been a cornerstone of the organization’s financial leadership. Over more than two decades, he earned the trust and respect of colleagues at every level through his expertise, steady guidance, and unwavering commitment to doing the right thing. Scott’s contributions were instrumental in supporting Concord’s growth and evolution, including helping lead the successful relocation of the corporate headquarters from Cleveland, Ohio, to Raleigh, North Carolina.
“Scott’s impact on Concord truly cannot be overstated,” said Mark Laport, President and CEO of Concord Hospitality. “He is a leader defined by integrity, accountability, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. Scott brought clarity, structure, and thoughtful perspective to even the most complex challenges, while always holding himself and others to the highest standards. We are profoundly grateful for his 23 years of leadership, loyalty, and the trust he built with our teams, partners, and stakeholders.”
Reflecting on his career, Mr. Ness shared, “I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity to work alongside such talented and dedicated colleagues and partners throughout my time at Concord. I’m proud of what we accomplished together and excited to watch the company continue to thrive in the years ahead.”
Before joining Concord, Mr. Ness built an impressive 20-year career with Marriott International, where he held numerous senior financial leadership roles. Throughout his career, Scott was admired for his disciplined approach, strong follow-through, and ability to navigate complex financial and operational environments with professionalism, confidence, and trust.
Scott’s final day with Concord Hospitality will be February 13. Concord extends its heartfelt appreciation for his exceptional service, leadership, and partnership, and wishes him every happiness and fulfillment in a well-deserved and exciting next chapter.