Kim Starr
Garner,NC
Summary
Accomplished Area General Manager at LaQuinta Inn & Suites / Wyndham Hotels And Resorts, adept in budget administration and fostering team excellence. Spearheaded talent acquisition and exceeded revenue targets, securing a top 4 ranking in customer satisfaction from 2008-2018. Expert in financial statement review and creating positive work environments, demonstrating significant organizational growth and financial stability.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Area General Manager
LaQuinta Inn & Suites / Wyndham Hotels And Resorts
Raleigh Durham Int'l Airport
01.2000 - 08.2021
- 2016 Corporate Property of the Year.
- Certified Corporate Trainer of Generals Managers and Assistant GM's.
- Exceeded revenue targets by effectively managing budgets, resources, and financial performance metrics.
- Spearheaded talent acquisition strategies resulting in attracting top talent that drove organizational success.
- Ranked in the top 4 in Customer Satisfaction 2008 - 2018.
General Manager
LaQuinta Inn & Suites Durham-Chapel Hill
Durham, NC
04.1998 - 01.2000
- Opening GM for a newly Constructed property. Responsible for all pre-opening functions from sales and marketing, hiring and training, and working with contractors and vendors. Assisted in other new property openings in the region.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
- Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
- Managed budget development, forecasting, and financial reporting processes to track progress towards organizational objectives accurately.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Hospitality Management
Florida International University
Miami, FLSkills
- Preparing financial statements
- Audit preparation
- Accounting management
- Bookkeeping
- Accounts receivable management
- Budget Administration
- Financial statement review
Military Service
US Navy: 1973-1977. Supervised a watch of 25 person staff.
Air controlled anti-submarine aircraft
Timeline
Area General Manager
LaQuinta Inn & Suites / Wyndham Hotels And Resorts
01.2000 - 08.2021
General Manager
LaQuinta Inn & Suites Durham-Chapel Hill
04.1998 - 01.2000
Bachelor of Science - Hospitality Management
Florida International University