CHICAGO (May 23, 2016) – Spire Hospitality, one of the nation’s leading and most respected hotel management companies, proudly announces David Hale as vice president of business development, an exciting new leadership team position. With an extensive background in the hotel industry, David will lead the team to introduce Spire Hospitality as a top tier management company option to members of the hospitality investment community, positioning Spire for significant growth within the hotel management sector.
“David brings an impressive amount of expertise in operations, sales and marketing, revenue management, training and development along with his focus on business development over the last five years to the Spire team,” says CEO & President of Spire Hospitality, Bill DeForrest. “His background, energy and commitment make him the perfect addition to our leadership talent in this exciting new position.”
David has worked with many of the top firms in the industry and brings more than 15 years experience with Hilton, The Procaccianti Group, Interstate Hotels and Resorts. He most recently served as Vice President of Sales and Hotel Development for Vantage Hospitality Group, where he transitioned an impressive amount of hotels to management agreements.
“Cultivating relationships with CEOs, ownership groups, development leaders, capital partners and brokers to uncover fitting business opportunities has always been a passion,” says Hale. “I’m thrilled to join the Spire Hospitality team to put my relationships and experience towards securing new management contract opportunities.”
David is a graduate of the University of Houston where he earned his bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management.
Owned by AWH Partners, LLC, a privately held real estate investment, development and management firm, Spire Hospitality is a leading provider of management services for hotel owners and investors. With a nimble organizational structure and deep bench of executive talent, Spire Hospitality provides owners and investors with unparalleled, personalized attention.
For more information on Spire Hospitality, visit www.SpireHotels.com or call (847) 498-6650.
