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Darren Bruce

General Manager
Houston,TX

Summary

Engaging and solution-focused Hotel Operations/General Manager with high integrity, strong leadership skills, and extensive experience in the hospitality field. Proven success building and directing strong teams to achieve challenging objectives, networking to drive growth initiatives in revenue, and maximizing industry knowledge to strengthen business models. Relationally adept at leveraging operational techniques, customer service, sales, and leadership strengths to expand and grow brand outreach and impact.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Dual Property General Manager

Crux Hospitality
Houston , TX
06.2023 - Current

Develop and implement well-balanced operating plan for Hilton Hampton Inn and Comfort Inn in Cleveland, TX .

Lead my property in the efficient provision of hotel brand standards to provide exceptional, high guest satisfaction and financial profitability.

Develop ongoing working relationships with hotel staff/guest and serve as liaison between hotel leadership and company ownership to provide feedback and progress for hotel efficiency and profitability.

Collaborate to execute quarterly action plans to make operational improvements in key metrics.

Task Force General Manager

Task Solutions Expert Agency
01.2020 - 06.2023
  • Established key performance indicators to effectively measure success and identify areas for improvement within the task force operations.
  • Led comprehensive training programs to develop employee skillsets and improve overall productivity levels.
  • Spearheaded successful collaborations with cross-functional departments, resulting in improved project outcomes.
  • Launched new initiatives designed to strengthen team cohesion, facilitating collaboration across various departments or units within the larger organization structure.
  • Improved customer satisfaction rates by consistently prioritizing client needs and maintaining open lines of communication.

Assistant General Manager

Home 2 Suites
Memphis, TN
06.2016 - 01.2020
  • Collaborated with the General Manager on marketing initiatives to increase brand awareness and drive sales growth.
  • Analyzed customer feedback data to identify areas of improvement and develop solutions.
  • Assisted in the recruitment, hiring, and onboarding process for new employees to build a skilled workforce committed to excellence in service delivery.
  • Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control for optimal profitability.
  • Developed and implemented new operational procedures, streamlining daily tasks and improving overall efficiency.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Hospitality Management

University of Memphis
Memphis, TN
08.2006 - 06.2010

Skills

  • Operations Oversight
  • Team Leadership
  • Focus and Follow-Through
  • Teamwork and Relational Collaboration
  • Creative Marketing
  • Sales and Business Development
  • Decision Making
  • Problem Anticipation and Resolution
  • Key Account Generation
  • Product and Service Knowledge
  • Relationship Selling
  • Project Execution
  • Creative Problem Solver
  • Solution-Minded Leadership

Timeline

Dual Property General Manager

Crux Hospitality
06.2023 - Current

Task Force General Manager

Task Solutions Expert Agency
01.2020 - 06.2023

Assistant General Manager

Home 2 Suites
06.2016 - 01.2020

Bachelor of Science - Hospitality Management

University of Memphis
08.2006 - 06.2010
Darren BruceGeneral Manager