John B.

John B. has a diverse work experience in the hospitality industry. John started their career at Hunden Strategic Partners, where they worked as a Senior Analyst leading financial feasibility studies and economic impact demand analyses for various hotel projects across the United States. John then joined Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants as a Sales and Marketing Representative before moving up to the role of Senior Area Sales Manager and eventually Area Director of Sales and Marketing. At Kimpton, they were responsible for directing all aspects of sales and marketing, achieving strategic objectives, and ensuring compliance with brand standards. John also worked at Club Quarters Hotels as the Global Sales and Marketing leader. Later, they joined HEI Hotels & Resorts as a Senior Sales and Marketing professional, where they managed leisure and consortia sales, handled large group bookings, and collaborated with the General Manager and Director of Revenue Management. John also worked at SIXTY Hotels before their current role as Vice President of Sales at First Hospitality, where they lead the sales and marketing efforts for various hotels, ensuring top-line revenue growth and collaborating with brand GSOs on different accounts.

John B. has a Master of Science degree in Hospitality & Tourism Management from Roosevelt University. John also has a Bachelor of Science degree in Hospitality & Tourism Management from Roosevelt University. Additionally, they obtained a High School Diploma with a focus on Business and Social Skills from Benet Academy. There is no information provided about their degree or field of study at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.