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Bryan Holloman

St. Petersburg,FL

Summary

Talented General Manager with excellent marketing, customer service and facility oversight skills and more than 18 years of experience. Highly effective and comfortable working with people at all levels in an organization.

High-energy Manager successful in building and motivating dynamic teams. Cultivates a company culture in which staff members feel comfortable voicing questions and concerns, as well as contributing new ideas that drive company growth.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Guest Services

Moxy Hotels
08.2024 - Current

General Manager

Staybridge Suites Hotel
09.2022 - 11.2023
  • Increased overall company efficiency by streamlining operations and implementing innovative managerial strategies.
  • Developed and executed strategic plans for business growth and expansion, resulting in increased market share.
  • Implemented effective cost-saving measures to reduce overhead expenses without compromising quality or service.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.

Events Manager

LM Restaurants
11.2021 - 09.2022
  • Hired and cross-trained staff members for various event-specific functions and assessed employees' understanding of associated processes and procedures.
  • Oversaw preparation and management of event budgets to deliver at or below projected costs.
  • Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking and event promotions.
  • Attended bridal industry events to promote services and build relationships with prospective vendors.
  • Maintained and built comprehensive database of industry contacts, vendors and venues.
  • Developed and implemented successful marketing plans to generate event revenue.
  • Coordinated with kitchen or catering staff on delivery, timing and service style of food.

General Manager

Holiday Inn Express
11.2019 - 11.2021
  • Greeted and assisted guests by gathering information pertaining to reservations or requests.
  • Hired and trained new employees, demonstrating best methods for serving clients and guests.
  • Handled guest complaints and offered complimentary services to maintain high guest satisfaction rates.
  • Provided services efficiently and with high level of accuracy.
  • Provided exceptional service and assistance to guests upon check-in.
  • Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision and long-range planning.
  • Prepared annual budgets with controls to prevent overages.
  • Delivered business strategy and developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency.

General Manager

Capitol Broadcasting Company Dba River & Twine
05.2018 - 11.2019
  • Oversaw inventory by ordering precise quantities of stock and executing corrective actions to drive profitability
  • Organized budgets, oversaw P&Ls and achieved margin targets consistently to stay on track with growth plans
  • Delivered business strategy and developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency
  • Identified and capitalized on community business opportunities with effective networking

General Manager

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbus Polaris
06.2015 - 04.2018
  • Oversaw all departments, including Operations and Sales for the direct success of the property
  • Ensured that each guest's experience was positive, memorable and consistent
  • Prepared program operating budgets, budget reports and other financial performance reports
  • Maintained up-to-date account distribution information
  • Drafted the budget for all departments and monitored expenditures
  • Analyzed contract performance for bids, budgets and forecasts

Director of Sales/General Manager

Residence Inn by Marriott Columbus Worthington
02.2013 - 03.2015
  • Started position as the Director of Sales for the Residence Inn and Towneplace Suites. Eventually the two hotels were sold and I was asked to be the General Manager of the Residence Inn
  • Performed initial client assessment and analysis to begin research process
  • Attended weekly meetings with the VP of Sales to discuss strategies
  • Supported the sales team in writing proposals and closing contracts
  • Developed quarterly and annual sales department budgets
  • Contacted customers by phone and email in response to inquiries

General Manager

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Venice
05.2010 - 01.2013

•Oversaw all departments, including Operations and Sales for the direct sucess of the property

•Prepared program operating budgets, budget reports and other financial performance reports.

•Maintained up-to-date account distribution information.

•Drafted the budget for all departments and monitored expenditures.

•Analyzed contract performance for bids, budgets and forecasts.

General Manager

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Wilson
04.2007 - 04.2010

•Oversaw all departments, including Operations and Sales for the direct sucess of the property
•Prepared program operating budgets, budget reports and other financial performance reports.
•Maintained up-to-date account distribution information.
•Drafted the budget for all departments and monitored expenditures.
•Analyzed contract performance for bids, budgets and forecasts

Property Manager

Thornberry Park Apartments
03.2006 - 04.2007
  • Started with the Property while under construction assisting with the opening process
  • Introduced and monitored effective lease renewal programs
  • Completed final move-out walk-throughs for tenants
  • Carefully screened applicants for tenancy
  • Analyzed and evaluated monthly and quarterly financial statements
  • Maximized rental income while minimizing expenses through effective planning and control
  • Maintained a sufficient Number of units so that they were market-ready at all times
  • Monitored the timely receipt and reconciliation of rent collections in accordance with landlord and resident statutes
  • Scheduled contractors for maintenance issues

Manager

Marriott International
05.2001 - 07.2005
  • Started out as the Operations Manager for a Residence Inn for 10 months after being asked to assist another Marriott Property accross town
  • Took over the role as the Operations Manager for the TownePlace Suites and SpringHill Suites for the next three years
  • Was promoted to the Director of Sales postion over the TowenPlace Suites and SpringHill Suites for the next 11 months

Education

Courtyard University

Skills

  • Worked for all CFRST Marriott Brands
  • Completed Connect U Training for Courtyard and Fairfield Inn Brand
  • Completed Sales Edge Training for Extended Stay Marriott Brand
  • Opened 2 New Marriott Brand Hotels from Construction
  • Assisted in Renovating 2 Marriott Brand Hotels
  • Opened New Construction Apartment Community
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Customer service
  • Relationship building
  • Budgeting and finance
  • Project management
  • Recruitment and talent development
  • Customer relations

Timeline

Director of Guest Services

Moxy Hotels
08.2024 - Current

General Manager

Staybridge Suites Hotel
09.2022 - 11.2023

Events Manager

LM Restaurants
11.2021 - 09.2022

General Manager

Holiday Inn Express
11.2019 - 11.2021

General Manager

Capitol Broadcasting Company Dba River & Twine
05.2018 - 11.2019

General Manager

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbus Polaris
06.2015 - 04.2018

Director of Sales/General Manager

Residence Inn by Marriott Columbus Worthington
02.2013 - 03.2015

General Manager

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Venice
05.2010 - 01.2013

General Manager

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Wilson
04.2007 - 04.2010

Property Manager

Thornberry Park Apartments
03.2006 - 04.2007

Manager

Marriott International
05.2001 - 07.2005

Courtyard University
Bryan Holloman