Melissa Arana
SVP, Revenue Performance and Analytics
"Progress is impossible without change, and those who cannot change their minds cannot change anything."
-George Bernard Shaw
As Senior Vice President of Revenue Performance & Analytics, Melissa leads HVMG's commercial strategy function across the company's hotel portfolio. She oversees teams responsible for revenue strategy, marketing, and business intelligence, leveraging data, technology, and innovation to drive performance and value creation. As a key member of the Revenue Excellence leadership team, Melissa partners closely with operations leaders, ownership groups, asset managers, and brand partners to support strategic decision-making and maximize portfolio results.
With more than two decades of hospitality experience, Melissa brings a unique combination of operational expertise, commercial leadership, and analytical insight. Prior to her current role, she served as Vice President of Revenue Strategy, leading revenue strategy initiatives across HVMG's portfolio. Her experience spans a broad range of hospitality brands, including Hilton, Hyatt, Hard Rock, IHG, Marriott, Sonesta, and independent properties.
Experience
- 2026 - Present : SVP, Revenue Performance and Analytics, HVMG
- 2023 - 2026 : Vice President of Revenue Strategy, HVMG
- 2021 - 2023 : Corporate Director of Revenue Strategy, HVMG
- 2013 - 2021 : Regional Director of Revenue Management, HVMG
- 2012 - 2013 : Area Revenue Manager, HVMG
- 2011 - 2012 : Assistant GM, HVMG
- 2005 - 2011 : Assistant GM; Front Office Manager; Guest Services Agent, Castle Hospitality
Robert S. Cole
Founder & Chief Executive Officer
Pete Sams
President
Michael "Woody" Woodward
EVP & Chief Growth Officer
Sue Sanders
EVP & Chief Strategy and Administrative Officer
Richard Jones
EVP & Chief Operating Officer
Matthew Woodruff
EVP & Chief Brand Partner Officer
Ronald Mader
SVP, Operations
Bob Kisker
SVP, Operations
Andy Wardner
SVP, Acquisitions & Asset Management
Suzanne Saunders
SVP, Design & Construction
Jessica Myers
SVP, Finance & Accounting
Wilson Turner
SVP, Human Resources
Maggie Rosa
VP, Operations
Jamison Conrey
VP, Engineering, Capital Projects & Risk Management
Bryan Gatzemeyer
VP, Business Intelligence and Analytics
Heidi Nielsen
VP, Business Development
Nikki Thomas
Corporate VP of Sales
Doll Wicker
Corporate VP of Commercial Strategy
Carla McDonald
Regional VP of Commercial Revenue Strategy
Carleigh Murphy
Corporate Director of Finance & Accounting
Bill Gentile
Corporate Director, Food & Beverage
Kim Brooks-Martin
Corporate Director of Sales Strategy and Performance
Denise Hanas
Corporate Director of Marketing Strategy
Ashley Steele
Corporate Director of Operations
Mandisa Brown de González
Corporate HR Director, Programs & Support
Margarita Quintero
Corporate HR Director, Transitions & Support
Ken Morgan
Director of Operations
Harvey Acevedo
Director of Project Management
Carolann Hardy
Director of Operations Performance and Support
Corey Dutra
Director of Acquisitions & Financial Analysis