Press Releases

Adam Bullard Joins Hospitality America as Corporate Director of Human Resources

At Hospitality America, people matter. It’s with that shared mindset that Adam Bullard joins the third-party hotel management company as Corporate Director of Human Resources. In the hotel environment, this position is more crucial than ever as operators strive to mitigate challenges such as high employee turnover, customer service demands, and increasingly diverse workforces across multiple locations. In this role, Bullard will navigate these complexities for the growing company that is managing 20 Hilton and Marriott brand hotels.

FIU Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management appoints new chair

Florida International University's Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management has welcomed three new members and named a new chair to the school's Executive Advisory Board, Richard Brilliant, who is also an FIU Hospitality alumnus. The new board members include two FIU alumni John Boettger '85, managing director of Westmont Hospitality Group and Jorge L. Rodriguez '91 president of Latin America and the Caribbean at SUBWAY®, in addition to Mutluhan Kucuk, complex managing director for Loews Miami Beach Hotel and Loews Coral Gables Hotel.

Kellie Hanselman Joins Hospitality America as Vice President of Sales

Hospitality America proudly announces Kellie Hanselman as its new Vice President of Sales. With 19 years of proven expertise in sales, marketing, and leadership, Hanselman brings a wealth of experience to the third-party hotel management company. Her exceptional track record in driving revenue growth across full-service and luxury hotels and resorts positions her as the ideal leader to elevate Hospitality America’s topline performance.

Atrium Hospitality Graduates Inaugural Class of WomenRISE Program to Inspire Women’s Advancement in Hotel Leadership

In celebration of National Career Development Month in November, Atrium Hospitality announced the successful graduation of the inaugural class of WomenRISE, the company’s Female Hotel General Manager Development Program. Atrium is committed to empowering female hospitality leaders through the company’s WomenRISE program. This innovative initiative supports women in successfully navigating the next steps of their career journeys by providing mentorship, resources and opportunities for growth. Alpharetta, Georgia-based Atrium Hospitality is one of the nation’s largest hotel operators.

Hospitality America Strengthening its Tech Stack to Enhance Business Intelligence and Decision Making

Hospitality America is investing in its technology infrastructure aimed at revolutionizing business intelligence across its hotel portfolio. The initiative will empower leaders at both the property and corporate levels with real-time insights, actionable data, and robust forecasting capabilities to facilitate proactive and agile management. Spearheading the effort is Wes Cargen, newly appointed vice president of business intelligence and former operations manager for the third-party management company. Most recently with Actabl (ProfitSword), Cargen brings expertise in AI-powered business intelligence, labor, and operations automation to Hospitality America hotels.

NEWH, Inc. Launches Second Annual Martha’s Mentors Program

NEWH, Inc. (Network of Executive Women in Hospitality), a premier association committed to advancing education, mentorship, and networking in the hospitality industry, is thrilled to announce the opening of applications for its second annual Martha’s Mentors Program. This transformative 10-month initiative aims to connect emerging hospitality professionals with seasoned industry leaders, fostering meaningful relationships that inspire growth.