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ANDREA GODBEY

Atlanta,GA

Summary

Strategic, growth-oriented operations executive with 10+ years leading multi-market, people-heavy, service-driven organizations. Expert in scaling systems, managing $10M+ budgets, developing leaders, optimizing processes, and aligning teams behind operational goals. Skilled at building infrastructure for growth, increasing profitability, refining business processes, and creating high-performance cultures grounded in accountability, communication, and trust.

Known for elevating client experience, improving workflows, implementing performance metrics, and strengthening collaboration across departments. Adept at leading large teams (45+), mentoring managers, driving operational consistency, and supporting organizations through rapid growth and change. Passionate about mission-driven work and bringing stability, structure, and clarity to expanding different industries.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Operations – Americas

Onefinestay (Accor Hotels)
01.2020 - 01.2024

Senior executive overseeing multi-state operations for a large professional service division servicing luxury residential clients and high-net-worth individuals. Managed 45+ employees, $10M+ annual budgets, and full operational systems across three markets.

Leadership & Growth

  • Directed multi-layer teams across three major U.S. markets, establishing accountability frameworks, leadership pipelines, and scalable workflows.
  • Drove operational growth while maintaining service excellence during rapid expansion and restructuring phases.

Financial Oversight

  • Managed multimillion-dollar P&Ls with responsibility for forecasting, resource allocation, cost controls, and profitability.
  • Delivered a 20% cost reduction while improving performance metrics and strengthening client satisfaction.

Systems & Process Improvement

  • Designed and implemented standardized processes, policies, and SOPs across regions to increase efficiency and eliminate operational bottlenecks.
  • Digitized reporting systems, strengthening KPI tracking, service metrics, and data-driven decision-making.

People & Culture Leadership

  • Led hiring, onboarding, performance management, and coaching for all regional managers and support teams.
  • Served as senior escalation point for HR, employee relations, and cross-functional concerns.

Client Service & Professional Operations

  • Directed service delivery workflows ensuring compliance, quality standards, and exceptional client experience.
  • Coordinated with legal, finance, HR, accounting, IT, and corporate leadership to support strategic objectives.

Operations Manager

Cleanly
01.2019 - 2020

Directed operations for a high-growth professional services and logistics company serving thousands of clients across the NYC metro area. Oversaw multi-department teams, complex scheduling, customer escalations, vendor relationships, and system implementation during a period of rapid expansion and organizational restructuring.

Leadership & Team Oversight

  • Managed and coached multi-level teams responsible for daily operations, customer service, logistics, fulfillment, and onsite execution.
  • Reinforced accountability through KPIs, SOPs, performance reviews, and improved training programs.

Systems, Processes & Operational Efficiency

  • Designed and implemented new workflows to streamline scheduling, routing, and work order management across the organization.
  • Introduced scalable standard operating procedures that improved consistency, reduced errors, and strengthened internal communication.
  • Partnered with tech and product teams to improve operational tools, automations, and reporting systems.

Financial & Vendor Management

  • Oversaw operational budgets, managed vendor contracts, and ensured cost-effective solutions across fleet services, equipment, and service partners.
  • Conducted variance reviews and contributed to strategic financial planning and forecasting.

Customer Satisfaction & Issue Resolution

  • Handled escalated client issues, ensuring rapid resolution and improved retention metrics.
  • Implemented service quality standards across teams, reducing customer complaints and increasing repeat usage.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Partnered with HR, Finance, and Executive Leadership to support hiring, employee relations, onboarding, and workforce planning.
  • Strengthened alignment across operations, customer success, and logistics to support company growth and client experience.

General Manager

Hotel Morrison – Ascend Collection
01.2018 - 01.2019

Served as the senior leader overseeing all hotel operations, financial performance, staff development, facility management, and guest experience for a boutique, design-forward property within the Ascend Collection. Ensured operational excellence, brand consistency, and premium guest satisfaction in a competitive hospitality market.

Full-Business Oversight & Leadership

  • Directed all hotel departments including front office, housekeeping, maintenance, sales, and guest relations.
  • Led a multi-shift staff, ensuring service excellence, proper training, and adherence to brand standards.

Financial Management

  • Managed full P&L, budgeting, forecasting, cost controls, and revenue optimization strategies.
  • Recovered $20K+ in uncollected revenue by implementing stringent reconciliation systems and performance accountability.

Operations, Quality Control & Property Management

  • Oversaw all maintenance, capital improvement projects, vendor coordination, and property-wide standards for safety and cleanliness.
  • Conducted regular property audits, ensuring compliance with OSHA, brand requirements, and local regulations.

Guest Experience & Service Excellence

  • Elevated service quality through targeted training initiatives, issue-resolution frameworks, and daily briefings.
  • Strengthened guest satisfaction scores by improving arrival experiences, room quality checks, and service responsiveness.

Hiring, HR & Culture Development

  • Led hiring, onboarding, staff scheduling, performance reviews, and corrective action processes.
  • Cultivated a culture of accountability, positivity, and seamless service delivery.

Assistant General Manager

Comfort Suites
01.2012 - 01.2018

Held primary responsibility for day-to-day hotel operations, staff supervision, financial oversight, and guest satisfaction at a high-occupancy property in the Choice Hotels portfolio. Played a key role in maintaining the hotel’s long-term #1 guest satisfaction ranking through consistent service excellence and operational rigor.

Operational Leadership & Department Management

  • Oversaw housekeeping, front desk, maintenance, and guest services teams in a fast-paced hospitality environment.
  • Managed staff performance, coaching, corrective action, and daily workflow coordination.

Quality Control & Compliance

  • Conducted property-wide inspections to uphold rigorous standards of cleanliness, safety, and brand compliance.
  • Ensured adherence to OSHA, fire safety codes, health regulations, and corporate QA requirements.

Financial & Administrative Oversight

  • Supported P&L management, budgeting, cost control, forecasting, and daily financial reporting.
  • Optimized labor budgets through effective scheduling aligned with occupancy trends and seasonal demand.

Guest Experience & Customer Relations

  • Served as lead resolver for escalated guest issues, ensuring timely, diplomatic solutions.
  • Maintained #1 guest satisfaction ranking for five consecutive years by implementing proactive service strategies and team training.

Hiring, Training & Leadership Development

  • Participated in recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, and ongoing staff education programs.
  • Built high-performing teams through coaching, feedback loops, and consistent leadership presence.

Education

B.S. - Business Administration

Pontificia Universidad Javeriana
Bogotá, Colombia

Accomplishments

  • Directed 45+ employees across multi-market territories.
  • Managed $10M+ budgets with strong financial oversight.
  • Built and systematized multi-location operational infrastructure.
  • Achieved 35% increase in partner/owner satisfaction.
  • Recovered 80%+ outstanding balances via reporting improvements.
  • Delivered 20% cost savings without impacting service quality.

Timeline

Director of Operations – Americas

Onefinestay (Accor Hotels)
01.2020 - 01.2024

Operations Manager

Cleanly
01.2019 - 2020

General Manager

Hotel Morrison – Ascend Collection
01.2018 - 01.2019

Assistant General Manager

Comfort Suites
01.2012 - 01.2018

B.S. - Business Administration

Pontificia Universidad Javeriana
ANDREA GODBEY