Director of Development / Regional General Manager - Hospitality (Marriott Experience)

Company Overview and Position Summary

Ghoman Hotels & Resorts, located in Indianapolis, is seeking a seasoned Director of Development / Regional General Manager with substantial experience managing Marriott-branded hotels. Reporting directly to Ownership/CEO, this leadership role requires expertise in overseeing multiple properties, optimizing financial results, and ensuring strict adherence to Marriott's brand standards.

Primary Responsibilities

• Direct operational management across multiple Marriott properties, ensuring uniform compliance with brand expectations.
• Collaborate closely with General Managers to meet and exceed business objectives on operational efficiency and financial benchmarks.
• Manage profit and loss statements, budgeting, forecasting, and cost control measures to drive revenue growth and enhance profitability.
• Guarantee that all hotel locations maintain or surpass Marriott’s Quality Assurance audit requirements, maintaining consistency in guest services, facility design, and overall experience.
• Oversee daily operations comprehensively, applying best practices to boost service delivery and operational efficiency while quickly resolving escalated issues.
• Contribute to business expansion efforts including new developments, acquisitions, and brand transitions, supporting ownership's strategic growth planning.
• Recruit, coach, and develop management teams to foster high performance and alignment with Marriott's service culture.
• Ensure compliance with corporate policies, safety regulations, and legal standards, proactively managing operational and financial risks.

Required Qualifications

• Extensive (10-15+ years) leadership experience within hospitality, specifically overseeing multiple Marriott-branded properties.
• Strong familiarity with Marriott brand systems, standards, and QA audit protocols.
• Demonstrable financial acumen involving full P&L responsibilities.
• Bachelor’s degree mandatory; advanced degrees such as MBA or Hospitality management preferred.

Essential Competencies

• Expertise in Marriott brand operations and standards.
• Proven ability managing multi-property hotel operations.
• Financial and asset management proficiency.
• Leadership excellence with a focus on team mentorship and development.
• Strategic business planning and market expansion capabilities.
• Improvement of guest experience and service standards.

Performance Indicators

• Revenue per Available Room (RevPAR) index and market share growth.
• Growth in Gross Operating Profit (GOP) and Net Operating Income (NOI).
• High Marriott Quality Assurance audit scores.
• Strong guest satisfaction metrics.
• Employee retention and robust team performance.

Additional Information

• Contact person for this role: Mr. Alex
• Telephone contact: 3176009820