Kellie Hanselman

Hospitality America proudly announces Kellie Hanselman as its new Vice President of Sales. With 19 years of proven expertise in sales, marketing, and leadership, Hanselman brings a wealth of experience to the third-party hotel management company. Her exceptional track record in driving revenue growth across full-service and luxury hotels and resorts positions her as the ideal leader to elevate Hospitality America's topline performance.

Before joining Hospitality America, Hanselman held multiple leadership roles in the hospitality industry, including Director of Sales & Marketing for the Waldorf Astoria in Park City, Utah, where she led a large team in room and catering sales, consistently exceeding revenue goals. She also directed property marketing and digital strategies, collaborated on commercial planning with revenue management, and drove innovative sales approaches. Her career spans prestigious positions such as Director of Sales & Marketing at Hilton Minneapolis, Director of Sales at New York Hilton Midtown, and key leadership roles at Hilton properties in Washington, D.C., St. Louis, and Temecula, as well as Regional Director of Sales for Stoney Creek Hotels.

Achieving Success for Our Stakeholders

Hospitality America is proud to announce a renewed focus on driving results through an empowered and highly skilled sales force. Spearheading this initiative, Hanselman is committed to building a sales team that delivers exceptional outcomes for the company's partners, associates, and guests.

Hanselman emphasizes the importance of innovation and collaboration: "Our goal is to infuse each property team with fresh ideas and industry best practices while staying firmly aligned with Hospitality America's vision. By encouraging teams to think beyond conventional methods, we are creating pathways for sustained success.

Acknowledging the challenges of talent acquisition in today's competitive market, Hanselman shared her insights: "Finding top talent in the hospitality sales sector is increasingly difficult. As an industry, we must rethink recruitment strategies and revamp how we recognize and reward our team members. Hospitality America excels here, thanks to a culture that inspires loyalty and a strategic mentorship program that elevates our staff, fostering career growth and excellence. It's an honor to be part of a company where employees are empowered to achieve their full potential."

Hanselman also highlighted her approach to recruitment as the company grows: "We are seeking candidates who are passionate about serving others, committed to excellence, thrive in collaborative environments, and lead with humility and transparency. Joining Hospitality America means becoming part of a team that values service and success in equal measure. If this resonates with you, we invite you to connect with us today."

This initiative underscores Hospitality America's dedication to delivering outstanding results for its stakeholders while fostering an environment of professional growth and innovation.

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