Purdue University is ushering in a new era in hospitality to campus with the reopening today (Aug. 5) of the historic Union Club Hotel. The 182-room hotel recently completed a comprehensive $35 million, yearlong renovation where snapshots of Purdue's legacy can be found everywhere, including in the names of its three new dining concepts.
Portrey joins White Lodging from Hospitality Specialists, Inc. where she spent the last three years in Milwaukee. She started her career with Marriott International as a senior sales manager. Stephanie is a proud Purdue University alumnae and earned her bachelor's degree in hospitality and tourism management with an emphasis in lodging and tourism.
Wicks started her career with Marriott International as a sales manager and has spent the last 23 years in progressive leadership roles with White Lodging in Nashville and Indianapolis.
The renovation of the 182-room iconic Union Club Hotel at Purdue University remains on schedule and is expected to welcome guests starting in the fall semester.