CHICAGO, IL – April 24, 2024 – Virgin Hotels Chicago, the brand’s flagship property located in the bustling Loop neighborhood, is thrilled to announce Anderson Foote as the hotel’s new General Manager effective March 18, 2024. In this role, Foote will oversee the operations of the 250-room luxury lifestyle hotel as well as popular dining outlets Miss Ricky’s, Two Zero Three, and Cerise Rooftop.
With over 19 years of hospitality experience, Foote brings a wealth of knowledge in hotel operations, guest experience, and revenue management. Prior to joining Virgin Hotels, Foote led the operational success of The Graduate Evanston where he was able to navigate a modernization project while maintaining profitability and guest satisfaction. Throughout his career, Foote has managed multiple Chicago hotels such as the Hyatt Centric The Loop, The Talbott Hotel, & Park Hyatt where he achieved a Forbes 4-star rating.
“I’m ecstatic to join the iconic Virgin Hotels brand,” says Foote. “It is an absolute honor to be leading this team and continuing to deliver unforgettable guest experiences within the Windy City.”
Foote graduated from Northwood University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Hospitality Management Business. In his spare time, Foote serves on the board of the Chicago North Shore CVB and works with a local non-profit organization, The League of Very Ordinary Gentlemen, that provides sports funding to underprivileged families in the larger Chicagoland community.
