Teresa Thomas

Teresa Thomas has a diverse work experience in the hospitality management industry. Teresa started their career in 2007 with DePalma Hotel Corp/Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel, where they held the roles of Sales Manager and Human Resource Manager. During their time at DePalma, they gained experience in recruiting, hiring, payroll, and team member recognition.

In 2010, Teresa joined Comfort Inn and Suites Savannah Airport as a General Manager. Teresa'sresponsibilities included overseeing the transition of the hotel to a new brand, developing budgets, marketing plans, and sales strategies. Teresa also managed the operations of an airport property and coordinated shuttle services with a sister property.

Teresa joined TMI Hospitality in 2011 as a General Manager. Teresa served in this role until 2013, gaining further experience in hotel operations.

In 2012, Teresa worked at Hilton Garden Inn as an Operations Manager. Details about their specific responsibilities during this time are not provided.

From 2014 to 2017, Teresa served as the General Manager of Hampton Inn and Suites Waco South, where they successfully managed the hotel's operations.

In 2017, they joined Hilton Garden Inn - Sarasota/Bradenton as a General Manager, and in 2018, they moved on to Hersha Hospitality Management. At Hersha, Teresa held various roles including General Manager, Area General Manager, and currently, as the Area Director Of Operations.

Teresa Thomas has a diverse education history. From 2005 to 2008, they attended Rose State College and obtained an Associate's degree in Human Resource Management. Teresa then continued their education at The University of Oklahoma from 2009 to 2013, where they were in the process of completing a degree in Administrative Leadership.

In addition to their formal education, Teresa has acquired several certifications. In 2011, they obtained a General Manager Certification from Hilton Worldwide. Teresa also holds certifications as a Certified General Manager from Choice Hotels and as a Certified Starwood Service Culture Trainer from Starwood Hotels, although the specific dates of these certifications are unknown.