Daniel Hanrahan II
Seaside Park,NJ
Summary
Dynamic hospitality expert with a proven track record at Cushman & Wakefield, specializing in financial analysis and strategic planning. Adept at driving business development and cultivating client relationships, I deliver impactful advisory services that enhance profitability and growth in the hospitality sector. Committed to mentoring teams and fostering industry connections.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Independent Hospitality Counselor
Independent Practice
- Current
- Provide senior-level valuation, advisory, and expert witness services across hospitality and real estate sectors
- Advise institutional investors, developers, lenders, public agencies, and educational institutions
- Specialize in hotel and resort assets ranging from limited-service to luxury and all-inclusive destination resorts
Senior Managing Director – National Hospitality Advisory Lead
Cushman & Wakefield
New York, United States
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Led the firm’s national hospitality advisory initiative from the New York office with primary focus on business development
- Conducted financial analysis of projects to ensure profitability and sustainability.
- Formulated strategic vision to drive mission and goals while stimulating revenue, profitability and growth.
- Oversaw market analysis to identify emerging trends and inform business strategies.
- Developed and implemented strategic plans for the organization.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure successful implementation of initiatives across the organization.
- Built effective internal communication channels between different divisions.
Senior Vice President & Americas Marketing Leader – Hotel Advisory
CBRE Hotels
New York, United States
01.2012 - 01.2022
- Senior leadership role within CBRE’s global Hotels Advisory platform
- Led Americas marketing strategy for hotel advisory services
- Advised institutional capital and global owners on high-value hotel portfolios
- Cultivated and maintained industry relationships and customer partnerships to capitalize on opportunities and maximize business success.
- Directed market research and analysis to identify trends and inform business decisions.
- Recruited, trained, mentored, and evaluated staff members in order to optimize their effectiveness.
- Led cross-functional teams in the implementation of innovative projects across multiple divisions.
Principal
Pannell Kerr Forster (PKF)
New York, United States
01.1986 - 01.1991
- Led strategic planning sessions for organizational growth and development.
- Analyzed market trends to inform strategic decision-making processes.
- Mentored junior staff to foster professional development within the organization.
- Provided strategic direction to the leadership team, ensuring that objectives were met in a timely manner.
- Collaborated with senior executives on long-term planning initiatives for organizational success.
- Facilitated departmental training sessions to enhance employee knowledge base.
Founder & Partner
Pinnacle Advisory Group
- Co-founded and scaled a national hospitality advisory firm
- Delivered valuation, feasibility, and strategic advisory services to private and institutional clients
Education
Bachelor of Science - Real Estate Administration And Economics
Indiana University
IN05-1978
Skills
- Financial and operational analysis
- Market research
- Strategic planning
- Business development
- RFQ/RFP advisory and operator selection
- Customer relationship management
Personal Information
Title: Senior Hospitality Advisor | Expert Witness | Valuation & Investment Advisory Executive
Affiliations
• Counselors of Real Estate (CRE), Member (1988 - 2002)
• Appraisal Institute (MAI), Member (1985 - 2022)
• Appraisal Institute (MAI), Member (1985 - 2022)
Expert Testimony
- Federal Bankruptcy Court (NY, PA, SC, FL, DC)
- District Court of Connecticut
- Family Court of Vermont
- Tax Court of New Jersey
Core Expertise
- Hospitality & Real Estate Valuation
- Market & Economic Feasibility Analysis
- Investment & Portfolio Advisory
- Hotel & Resort Strategy (All Segments)
- Operational & Financial Analysis
- RFQ / RFP Advisory & Operator Selection
- Litigation Support & Expert Testimony
Timeline
Senior Managing Director – National Hospitality Advisory Lead
Cushman & Wakefield
01.2022 - 01.2024
Senior Vice President & Americas Marketing Leader – Hotel Advisory
CBRE Hotels
01.2012 - 01.2022
Principal
Pannell Kerr Forster (PKF)
01.1986 - 01.1991
Independent Hospitality Counselor
Independent Practice
- Current
Founder & Partner
Pinnacle Advisory Group
Bachelor of Science - Real Estate Administration And Economics
Indiana University