NASHVILLE, Tenn. (May 12, 2017) – Following a highly successful first year since opening as the city’s newest luxury hotel, The Westin Nashville, 807 Clark Place, is thrilled to announce today the appointment of Ross Bruce as Director of Revenue. Ross bring his extensive hotel background and strong knowledge of the Starwood Hotels & Resorts brands to spearhead the revenue efforts of the 453-room property, which has solidified its position as Nashville’s destination hotspot for both locals and guests alike.
“The Westin Nashville has set the bar for the city’s hospitality scene,” says Paul Wischermann, President and CEO of Wischermann Partners, Inc. “Ross’ experience working with world-class Starwood brands makes him the perfect fit to continue to set the standard for Music City and enhance the hotel’s mission of providing a best-in-class experience for guests.”
Ross Bruce joins The Westin Nashville most recently from The Westin Charlotte, where he served as Director of Revenue for the 700-room hotel. During his tenure at the luxury Charlotte property, Ross was recognized for driving rooms revenue and market share growth, as well as implementing re-segmentation strategies leading to increased transient revenues. Ross began his career in hospitality working at the W Atlanta- Buckhead, and quickly rose up the corporate ladder, holding various roles such as Revenue Manager for Starwood Hotels & Resorts, where he supported eight hotels across the Westin, Sheraton, W and St. Regis brands in the Atlanta metro market, and later as Director of Revenue for the W Atlanta- Midtown. Ross holds a degree in Business Administration from Georgia State University.
Conveniently located near the city’s entertainment district and adjacent to the Music City Center, The Westin Nashville is specifically created to be a reflection of the city’s energy and Southern sophistication. Designed by David Mexico Design Group and Bullock Smith and Partners, each of the hotel’s 453 guest rooms features custom artwork and design details inspired by the city and region. Included are three penthouse/style entertainment suites, three hospitality suites and eight executive suites, each distinctly designed with its own character and motif. Catering to a wide range of guests from leisure travelers to business conventions, The Westin Nashville boasts 20,000 square feet of adaptable event space, including pre-function areas and 12 dynamic meeting venues. The Vanderbilt Ballroom offers reception seating for up to 500 guests.
