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First Hospitality’s Roger Baker Named Chief Investment Officer and Advisor
First Hospitality | July 16, 2024
CHICAGO, IL (July 16, 2024) - First Hospitality, a national hotel operating, management, and development company, proudly announces the transition of Roger Baker from CFO to his new role as CIO and Advisor. With 40 years of experience in the real estate industry, including 16 years as a leader on First Hospitality's executive team, in this new role, Baker will advise on selected capital formation transactions as well as certain management and investor relations initiatives. "Roger’s leadership has been instrumental in the growth and success of First Hospitality during his tenure and we’re pleased that he will continue to be part of ...
First Hospitality Assumes Management of the 220-Room DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Atlanta Airport in Georgia
First Hospitality | June 25, 2024
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Atlanta Airport (left) + The Gem Museum Suites (right) Chicago (June 25, 2024) - First Hospitality, a national hotel operating, management, and development company, assumed management and operations of the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Atlanta Airport and The Gem Museum Suites, an independent property in Evanston, IL. The DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Atlanta Airport marks the first property in the state of Georgia for First Hospitality and the first property with CrossHarbor Capital Partners. The property features 220 guest rooms, 4,700 square feet of meeting space, an outdoor pool, Seasons Bakery & Grille, an on...
First Hospitality Grows Management Portfolio Adding Three New Lifestyle Hotels
First Hospitality | May 23, 2024
CHICAGO (MAY 23, 2024) - First Hospitality, a national hotel operating, management, and development company, assumed management and operations of Hotel Ardent, Dayton, OH, Lively Hotel, Oklahoma City, OK, and opened Tempo by Hilton Louisville Downtown NuLu (May 1, 2024) bringing the number of lifestyle properties to 25+ in its overall portfolio of 70 hotels. First Hospitality is set to open and has assumed management of seven new restaurants, bringing the total number to 30+ restaurants in the portfolio, including its first international property, Carnivale Bahamas located on Paradise Island. First Investors, an affiliate of First Hospital...
Tempo by Hilton Louisville Downtown NuLu Opens in Kentucky With 130 Guestrooms
Tempo by Hilton | May 2, 2024
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (May 2, 2024) - - - Designed for the rhythm of life, Tempo by Hilton Louisville Downtown NuLu opens its doors May 1, as the third property to open nationally from Hilton’s new stylish contemporary lifestyle brand. The 130-room hotel echoes the surrounding upbeat NuLu neighborhood with lively settings for social gatherings and events for locals and travelers alike, as well as stylish spaces to rest and recharge. Refuel at the hotel’s two dining options — Moonsong Bar + Café on the first floor and High Stakes Grill, a full-service rooftop restaurant and event space with stellar skyline views. Named one of the 50 best p...
First Hospitality Appoints Matt Schuster as Chief Financial Officer
First Hospitality | April 11, 2024
CHICAGO, IL (April 11, 2024) First Hospitality, a national hotel operating, management, and development company, announces the appointment of Matt Schuster as chief financial officer. Schuster brings a wealth of expertise in hospitality finance and investment to this position. Schuster will report to David Duncan, president & CEO, and will lead the company’s financial services functions including all financial reporting, treasury operations, corporate financial planning, and analysis. Schuster will play a critical role in further developing long-term strategy and execution. “Matt’s knowledge and background in hotel real esta...
First Hospitality Appoints Jason Kreul to Chief Operating Officer
First Hospitality | March 19, 2024
CHICAGO, IL (March 19, 2024) First Hospitality, a national hotel operating, management, and development company, announces the appointment of Jason Kreul as chief operating officer. Kreul brings nearly 30 years of experience in the hospitality industry, including key leadership positions in operations plus expansive expertise in full-service, lifestyle and independent properties. Kreul will report to David Duncan, President & CEO, and will lead the operations, commercial strategy, and the people & talent groups at First Hospitality and play a pivotal role in further expanding their hotel portfolio. “Jason’s leadership and b...
First Hospitality Celebrates Strength of Its Talent and Culture; Robust Growth Drives New Sales and Performance Accolades
First Hospitality | March 11, 2024
CHICAGO (March 11, 2024) – Following a record portfolio growth year of nearly 40%, First Hospitality, a national hotel operating and development company, kicks off 2024 by celebrating its 3,500 associates at the company’s annual First Honors Awards Gala that took place in February in Toledo, OH. The First Honors Gala honored over 35 hotel properties across First Hospitality’s diverse portfolio of more than 70 independent and branded properties. There were 36 categories ranging from “Hotels Ranked #1 on STR” to “Top Guest Services Scores.” The Drake Oak Brook was named Hotel of the Year for being the highest-performing hotel ...
First Hospitality Strengthens Indianapolis Presence With Management of Hotel Indy
First Hospitality | November 20, 2023
The property marks the start of the relationship between First Hospitality and owner group KennMar Chicago (November 20, 2023) - First Hospitality, a national hotel operating and development company, assumed management of Hotel Indy in Indianapolis, Indiana. The property marks First Hospitality’s first hotel with owner group KennMar. Since opening in 2021, Hotel Indy has become a cornerstone of luxury and hospitality in the heart of Indianapolis, with 90 keys, two restaurants, The Hulman and The Cannon Ball Lounge, and 1,200 square feet of state-of-the-art meeting space. The Hulman is open daily and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinn...
