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Chelsea Hafner

Toledo

Summary

Results-driven General Manager with extensive leadership experience in hospitality, recognized for achieving highest Guest Satisfaction Scores and strongest associate retention rates in the region. Drove RevPAR growth and consistently exceeded financial targets through strategic revenue management and team development. Committed to enhancing guest loyalty and operational efficiency while advancing brand standards and long-term asset value.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

General Manager

Residence Inn By Marriot
Maumee
09.2012 - 10.2025

General Manager – Residence Inn by Marriott

Achieved #1 Guest Satisfaction Score (GSS) ranking in the region, driving brand loyalty and top-tier service performance.

  • Led the property to the highest associate retention rate in the region, strengthening culture, reducing turnover costs, and improving service consistency.
  • Delivered consistent RevPAR growth above regional average, outperforming competitive set through strategic revenue management and local market positioning.
  • Drove financial excellence by meeting and exceeding GOP and EBITDA targets, leading to High-Quality Performance bonus recognition.
  • Built high-performing leadership team through coaching and succession planning, aligning accountability standards with Marriott core values.
  • Strengthened owner confidence through transparent communication and disciplined cost controls, ensuring sustained profitability.
  • Elevated operational execution across rooms, housekeeping, and front office to ensure full brand standards compliance and audit readiness.
  • Promoted 2020

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Hospitality Management

Owens Community College
Perrysburg, OH

Skills

Core Leadership Skills
  • Profit & Loss (P&L) Management
  • Budgeting & Financial Forecasting
  • Labor Cost Management
  • RevPAR & Revenue Optimization
  • Sales & Market Positioning Strategy
  • KPI management
  • Strategic Business Planning
  • Asset management
  • Operational excellence
  • Guest Satisfaction (GSS) Excellence
  • Guest relations
  • Employee retention
  • Talent development
  • Change management
  • Team leadership

Timeline

General Manager

Residence Inn By Marriot
09.2012 - 10.2025

Some College (No Degree) - Hospitality Management

Owens Community College
Chelsea Hafner