Remington Hospitality

🚀 Leadership, Innovation & the Future of Hospitality – Featuring Sloan Dean on The Top Floor Podcast 🎙️ From revenue management to the CEO seat, Sloan Dean has navigated the ever-evolving world of hospitality with a strategic, people-first mindset. Leading Remington Hospitality through a global crisis and massive expansion, Sloan knows what it takes to transform a business—and a career. In this insightful episode of Top Floor Podcast, Sloan shares his biggest leadership lessons, the future of AI in hospitality, and why Gen Z will reshape the industry. Plus, he reveals the number one skill that makes or breaks great leaders. 🎧 Tune in now: https://lnkd.in/gYcBrnep #remingtonhospitality #roomtothrive #hospitalityindustry

What does it take to orchestrate a hotel like a maestro leading an orchestra—especially when your team is spread across the country? In this insightful conversation I had during Remington Hospitality's THRIVE conference with Guy Bittner, Msc., Area General Manager Senna House Hotel Scottsdale, Curio Collection by Hilton, we dive deep into the challenges and strategies of modern hotel leadership. 🔹 Key Takeaways: 🎼 The "Hotel Orchestra" Effect – Why managing a hotel is like conducting a symphony (even when your team is remote). 📢 Communication is Everything – How to keep remote team members engaged, involved, and feeling like they're sitting right next to you. ⚖️ Balancing Big Personalities – The secret to leading strong professionals without losing control. 🏆 Empowerment vs. Accountability – The fine line between trusting your team and verifying their success. 📊 Young GMs Take Note! – The #1 skill every aspiring general manager needs to build confidence and credibility. 🏨 What Guests REALLY Want – The simple yet powerful formula to keep guests happy and coming back. 💡 Whether you're a seasoned hotelier or just stepping into leadership, this episode is packed with real-world insights, candid advice, and leadership gold you won’t want to miss. Visit our friends at Actabl at Actabl.com 🔔 Hit subscribe and join the conversation! #HotelLeadership #HospitalityIndustry #HotelManagement #RemoteTeams #HotelSuccess #GeneralManager #CustomerExperience #Leadership #NoVacancyPodcast

We’re thrilled to announce the well-deserved promotion of Kathryn Collins Collins to Senior Director of Marketing & Digital Strategy! Since joining us in late 2023, Kathryn has been a driving force behind the success of our Independent & Lifestyle portfolio’s Marketing & Digital, Social Media, and Creative Services teams. Her leadership has spearheaded impactful branding initiatives, optimized full-funnel performance, and seamlessly aligned owned, earned, and paid channels to enhance brand awareness, drive traffic, and boost revenue through our brand websites. Beyond her strategic expertise, Kathryn is a mentor and leader, fostering a high-performing team that thrives on collaboration and delivers measurable results. Her dedication, vision, and ability to drive success make her the perfect fit for this expanded leadership role. Please join us in congratulating Kathryn on this exciting next step in her journey! #roomtothrive #remingtonhospitality

My heart is full! So grateful for an amazing THRIVE Gala 2025!! Congratulations to all the award winners! Remington Hospitality knows how to throw one heck of a party! 🎉 Big congratulations to Ted Peters for being the 2025 recipient of The Bennett Lifetime Achievement. #remingtonhospitality #roomtothrive #thrive

🚀 How do top hotel GMs stay ahead in a constantly shifting market? Sherri Cooper, CHA, Area General Manager with Remington Hospitality, shares real-world insights on navigating group declines, adapting to shifting business trends, and making the most of every revenue opportunity. 🔹 Recorded live at Remington Hospitality’s THRIVE Conference in Sugar Land, Texas! 🔹 Key takeaways from this episode: Adapting to Market Shifts: How federal job cuts impact government per diem travel and what hoteliers can do about it. Revenue Strategy Unpacked: The art of balancing group, transient, and business travel to keep your hotel profitable. Pro Tips for Young GMs: The must-know strategies for understanding your market, leveraging AI tools, and trusting your gut. The Power of Learning: Why even after 38 years in the industry, Sherri still learns something new every day. 🎧 Don’t miss this conversation packed with actionable strategies to help your hotel thrive! 💡 Special thanks to Actabl – The power to profit is just a click away: Actabl.com 👍 Like, Comment & Subscribe for more hotel industry insights! #HotelManagement #RevenueStrategy #HospitalityInsights #HotelBusiness #GeneralManager #RemingtonHospitality #TravelTrends #BusinessTravel #Actabl #THRIVEConference

Remington Hospitality kicked off Day 3 of THRIVE in style! #roomtothrive Thriving is about 1) Connection / Community 2) Celebration 3) Education / Development… First, there was Celebrity Jeopardy! Then Jason Dorsey opened our eyes to Generations in the workplace & society! Amazing; thank you. Then we gave back by helping Children’s Advocacy make stuffed animals and hero capes for needy & abused children. 🦸 And lastly, we had a luncheon to say Thank you to all our sponsors and partners! Thank you all! #partnership #remingtonhospitality #hotel #hotels #leadership #thriving Keith Oltchick Jamie Grittman Jason Reader, CHA Glenn Haussman Shazmah Hakim Richard Garcia Melissa Golub The Awards Gala is up next….

🚀 Want to know the secret sauce behind successful hotel sales teams? In this episode, we chat with Jamie Grittman, EVP of Sales at Remington Hospitality, about how investing in people, shaking up hiring strategies, and next-level training can transform a sales team from good to unstoppable! 💡 Key Takeaways: ✅ Hire for Attitude AND Aptitude – It’s not just about personality; it’s about the drive to learn and excel. ✅ Think Outside the Box – Work-from-home policies, sign-on bonuses, and industry crossovers bring fresh talent. ✅ Invest in Training – New sales training initiatives with Master Connections are shaping the next generation of sales pros. ✅ Back to Basics – Shop calls and foundational training ensure sales teams are equipped for success. ✅ A Leadership Mindset – Jaime shares why she wants to hire people who want her job—because ambition fuels growth! 👀 Are you ready to rethink how you build a winning sales team? Hit play NOW and join us in this engaging conversation! 🎧 💬 Comment below: What’s the best hiring advice you’ve ever received? 🔗 Shoutout to our sponsor, Actabl, they give you the power to profit. Learn more at Actabl.com #HotelSales #Leadership #CareerSuccess #SalesTraining #HospitalityIndustry #ThinkDifferent #RemingtonHotels #BusinessGrowth #NoVacancyPodcast

Day Two of THRIVE 2025 was a huge success!! Remington Hospitality was proud to have 20 PC winners!! Also, thank you Liam Brown for sharing your leadership journey! #roomtothrive Love seeing President’s Club fill the stage! “What you are not changing, you are choosing!” #remingtonhospitality #hotel #hotels #leadership #hospitality #thrive

Day two of the 2025 Thrive Leadership Conference kicked off a fireside chat between Sloan Dean and Marriott International Group President, US & Canada, Liam Brown. Liam took us on a remarkable journey, reflecting on his early days working on the dining cars of the Irish railway system in his home country of Ireland to becoming a premier leader in the hospitality industry. With 35 years at Marriott, his wisdom, experience, and leadership insights were truly invaluable. A heartfelt thank you to Liam Brown for sharing his story and inspiring us all! Moments like these define what it means to thrive as leaders. #remingtonhospitality #roomtothrive #thrive2025

Thank you for highlighting everything we are doing to redefine how hotels attract and retain top talent, Glenn Haussman! More information on the ACE Program can be found here: https://lnkd.in/g59C864r #remingtonhospitality #roomtothrive