An incredible experience spending time at the Americas Headquarters of @IHGHotels in Atlanta. Being surrounded by leaders and innovators who are shaping the future of hospitality was both inspiring and motivating. From brand growth and guest experience to operational excellence, it’s exciting to see the vision and collaboration happening behind one of the world’s leading hotel companies. Grateful for the opportunity to connect, learn, and continue building relationships within such an outstanding organization. Looking forward to what’s ahead!

Exciting to connect with Nathan Wilson, RVP at @Hyatt Hotels to drive forward our upcoming development projects. His extensive expertise in franchise development & construction is invaluable as we execute these ventures. Looking forward to delivering exceptional results together.

Happy New Year and Happy Holidays. Cheers to new beginnings, fresh goals and brighter days ahead! May this year bring us joy, growth and greater success. Let’s make it amazing!

On National Hotel Employee Day, the CEO of Teranga Hospitality extends sincere appreciation to all our employees. Our staff professionalism, commitment, and service excellence continue to uphold the standards of our hotels and brands, and drive our success.

This week, I am at the @WyndhamHotels & Resorts Global Head Office where I met with senior directors and other leadership team members. It was great to exchange ideas on driving growth, enhancing operations, and strengthening partnerships. A special thank you to Danielle Cursi, CRME, Director of Revenue Management Service & Customer Success, and Michael Day, Director of Franchise Operations, for making the visit both resourceful and meaningful. Your expertise and hospitality were truly appreciated. Looking forward to continued collaboration and future opportunities! #Leadership #Hospitality #WyndhamHotels #BusinessGrowth

It was a pleasure receiving Jamey Cua, VP of Upscale Developement for Radisson & Ascend Hotel Collection by @ChoiceHotels during his visit to Louisville and Radcliff to discuss potential hotel development and conversion opportunities. Our conversations were insightful, focused on expanding hospitality offerings and enhancing the guest experience in these thriving markets. As we explore strategic partnerships, it’s exciting to see how Choice Hotels continues to innovate and support developers. @PrimeViewPartners

Great week having ended it at PrimeView Partners, our asset and compliance management company meeting with Regional Director of Operations, Ashley Sheppard and Director of Franchise Operations, Michael Day to align on our operational goals and revenue strategy for an investment property we are tasked to manage. Grateful for their leadership and excited for what’s ahead!

It was my pleasure to host Rhonda Thompson, Senior Manager of Brand Sales at @WyndhamHotels at our Wyndham Garden Louisville, which is set to open in September. We conducted a sales blizzard for the hotel meeting with businesses in Louisville and introducing them to the newest hotel in the city. On behalf of the team, I would like to thank Rhonda and the Wyndham Opening Team for their continuous support.

Great to put our guest experience first. We take feedback, listen to our guest and act to ensure we deliver on our promise to make every stay a great one.

It is always great joy to see our team growing and thriving. Very proud of Ebrima Sarr, who learned a lot over the past six months and now helping new team members to learn and grow!

It was not a fairly easy week but we are ready to face the new week. A rough start that will have a great ending for sure.

Pleasure to have Darin Trainor, Director of Franchise Performance at @ChoiceHotels at two of the properties we manage and support. Always resourceful to have sitdowns with Mr. Trainor tapping into his years of experience and ensuring brand standards and profitability.

Closing off the week with a performance review session with my Director of Operations Jamie Jones and @ChoiceHotels Director of Franchise Performance Rhonda Shires. Always a pleasure to sit with them and charting high impact solutions.

It was a great pleasure joining fellow franchisees at the @ChoiceHotels Owners Council roundtable. The discussions were insightful and I look forward to continuing the conversation at the convention in Las Vegas.

You all remember the run down hotel we bought in January? Well, the hotel renovation is progressing steadily. The focus is on the rooms. Within a month, we are practically done with the third floor where new flooring and lighting fixtures have been installed.

Buying a hotel in an absolute poor condition may seem a headache. However, renovating it is an exciting venture. Despite its delapitated state, we will turn this bad boy into a fresh joint. We are trashing everything out and tearing things down and in about 4 months, this motel will be a hotel reborn. I was told that no brand will give us a flag, and I said: “watch me get a franchise brand.” That was all I needed to hear. So much truth to the saying that one man’s trash is another’s treasure. Watch this space for the next few months for the progress report.

Excited to welcome our newest team members! Your unique talents will undoubtedly contribute to our collective success. I look forward to working with all of you. Here's to new beginnings filled with collaboration and growth.

Wishing all our partners and my colleagues at Teranga Hospitality Group a prosperous New Year filled with success, growth, and memorable moments. May the coming year bring you continued excellence in hospitality and new opportunities for innovation and growth. Let’s make 2024 even better! Cheers to a fantastic year ahead!

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