Jack Meakin

Today, Atlanta-based Hotel Equities (HE) announced that recent Manager in Training (MIT) graduate, Jack Meakin, hasearned a promotion tobusiness development coordinator. The announcement further affirms Hotel Equities' ongoing commitment to investing in their talent and infrastructure while growing the company. In his new position, Jack plays a vital role in owner relations, adding value for the firm's partners through enhanced communications and data-driven recommendations. He is based at HE's headquarters in Atlanta, GA and reports directly to Joe Reardon, chief development officer.

Jack initially developed a passion for hospitality working as a whitewater raft guide where he enjoyed creating memorable adventures for guests. After graduating from the University of South Carolina with his degree in Hospitality Management, he joined Hotel Equities as an associate of the MIT program in 2018.

During the program, Jack worked at the Residence Inn by Marriott-Atlanta-Perimeter Center/Dunwoody, GA where he gained critical hands-on experience working in all areas of hotel operations, including hotel transitions. He also had the opportunity to engage with senior leadership at the corporate level where he gained valuable insight into managing revenues for a multi-branded portfolio of hotels.

Jack is one of many examples of why Hotel Equities believes developing their associates is a worthwhile investment. The Manager in Training program is fairly new at three years old and has produced three alumni classes, with a fourth class beginning this summer.