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Robert Babst
Director of Operations
"Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn."
-Benjamin Franklin
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Robert brings more than 15 years of Operations experience to his role as Director of Operations for Select Brands. Before joining HVMG, Robert was a Regional Director of Operations at InterMountain Management for five years overseeing a portfolio of Marriott and Hilton hotels. Prior to his Regional role, Robert held leadership positions in various Full Service and Select Brands. Robert has led multiple award-winning teams and has been recognized for his leadership with awards including the TownePlace Suites Diamond General Manager of the year award, TownePlace Suites Diamond Circle award and Marriott's Chairman's award. Robert is a passionate leader and enjoys the professional development of other leaders.
Experience
- 2021 - Present : Director of Operations, HVMG
- 2016 - 2021 : Regional Director of Operations, InterMountain Management
- 2014 - 2016 : General Manager, O'Reilly Hospitality Management
- 2004 - 2014 : Assistant General Manager/ Controller/ HR Manager, John Q Hammons Hotels, Various Hotels
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Robert S. Cole
President & Chief Executive Officer
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Sue Sanders
EVP & Chief Strategy and Administrative Officer
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Richard Jones
EVP & Chief Operating Officer
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Matthew Woodruff
EVP & Chief Brand Partner Officer
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Michael "Woody" Woodward
EVP & Chief Growth Officer
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Cory Chambers
SVP & Chief Commercial Officer
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Ronald Mader
SVP, Operations
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Andy Wardner
SVP, Acquisitions & Asset Management
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Suzanne Saunders
SVP, Design & Construction
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Wilson Turner
SVP, Human Resources
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Bob Kisker
VP, Operations
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Melissa Arana
VP, Revenue Strategy
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Bryan Gatzemeyer
VP, Business Intelligence
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Kim Brooks-Martin
Corporate Director of Sales Strategy and Development
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Nikki Thomas
Corporate Director of Sales - Select Brands
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Denise Hanas
Corporate Director of Marketing Strategy
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Carla McDonald
Corporate Director of Revenue Strategy
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Brandon White
Corporate Director of Revenue Strategy
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Jamison Conrey
VP, Engineering, Capital Projects & Risk Management
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Ken Morgan
Director of Operations
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Josh Harper
Director of Operations
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Mandisa Brown de González
Corporate HR Director, Programs & Support
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Sunny Larkin-Newman
Director of Talent Excellence
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Margarita Quintero
Corporate HR Director, Transitions & Support
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Carolann Hardy
Director of Operations Performance and Support
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Corey Dutra
Director of Acquisitions & Financial Analysis