Megan Sullivan
Hotelier Harris Rosen Takes Education Personally
As president and COO of Rosen Hotels and Resorts in Orlando, Fla., for more than 40 years, Harris Rosen has firsthand knowledge of the ups and downs of the lodging industry. With his extensive...
Michael Tall of Charlestowne Talks Revenue Maximization
Founded in 1980, Charlestowne Hotels has a diverse portfolio of more than 30 properties across many segments of the industry. President and COO, Michael Tall, says that the company’s lasting success stems from the...
Starwood Looks at Strategic Options to Boost Value
In tandem with posting better-than-expected overall results for the first quarter, Starwood Hotels & Resorts announced plans to explore strategic and financial alternatives to increase shareholder value. According to Bruce W. Duncan, chairman of...
GF Management Founder Ken Kochenour Talks Growth
In early March, GF Management sealed the deal on its fifth acquisition in the last 28 months—the Westin Chicago Northwest in Itasca, Ill. The 408-room hotel, built by Trammell Crow, has more than 35,000...
The Developing Story: Charleston
With a charming culture and expanding economy, this city is a go-to destination for tourists and developers alike.
Charleston may not be a top 25 market, but it sure acts and performs like one. The...