Kimpton Hotel & Restaurant Group is the largest independent boutique hotel and restaurant business in the US.

Hotels & Hospitality

Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants

Mike DeFrino is Chief Executive Officer of Kimpton® Hotels & Restaurants. He is responsible for overseeing all personnel and systems to acquire, develop, renovate, operate and maintain the growing number of hotels and restaurants managed by Kimpton, and to administer the overall operation of the company in the Americas. Mike serves as a member of the Americas Regional Operating Committee (ROC) and the Global Sales & Marketing Senior Leadership Team.

Mike DeFrino

Josh Mayo is currently the Vice President of Restaurants & Bars for [Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants](/org/kimpton-hotel-restaurant-group-llc). Josh has been with Kimpton since February 2008, and in their current role for the past four years. Prior to Kimpton, Josh was with JCM Hospitality for over six years, where they held various positions including Director of Operations and Vice President of Restaurants & Bars.

Josh is a proven leader in the hospitality industry, with a passion for developing and driving initiatives that result in operational excellence and superior financial performance. Josh has a strong track record of working with hotel and restaurant ownership groups/asset managers to develop strategic plans that achieve common goals, and has played an active role in the pre/post opening of new restaurants. In addition to their wealth of experience, Josh is also a lead facilitator for Kimpton cultural cornerstone classes and a mentor in the Kimpton mentorship program.

Josh Mayo's educational career began with a Bachelor of Arts in Hospitality Administration/Management from [Michigan State University](/org/michigan-state-university). Josh then continued their education at the [Michigan State University](/org/michigan-state-university) - Eli Broad College of Business, where they obtained a degree in Business.

They are on a team with and Danny Bortnick - Vice President, Restaurant Concept Development. Josh Mayo reports to Scott Gingerich, Senior Vice President, Restaurants & Bars.

Josh Mayo

Allison Reid is the current Chief Development Officer at [Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants](/org/kimpton-hotel-restaurant-group-llc). Allison has held this position since April of 2006, and has been with the company for just over twelve years. Prior to their time at Kimpton, Allison Reid was the Chief Financial Officer at W Hotels from April 2004 to April 2006. In this role, they were a business partner to the President of W Hotels and was responsible for driving both short and long term business objectives. This included pricing and revenue management, capital and ROI projects, as well as marketing and licensing opportunities. Reid was also responsible for the full P&L, which they used to drive operating and brand growth initiatives. During their time at W Hotels, Allison Reid consistently exceeded year over year growth targets.

In April of 2006, Allison Reid transitioned to Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. where they took on the role of Senior Vice President - Development CDO. In this role, they led a team of 40+ individuals including managed and franchise deal teams, feasibility teams, development marketing teams, and development operations teams. Under Reid's leadership, the team was reorganized to allow for consistent unit growth, cost containment, and professional growth for associates. Additionally, they partnered with the Global Brand Leader to launch the Tribute Portfolio brand in 2015 and developed and implemented a new incentive compensation plan to drive individual and team performance. During their time at Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc

Allison Reid has a Master's in Real Estate from [Georgetown University](/org/georgetown-university) and a dual degree in Hospitality and Accounting and Finance from [Bryant University](/org/bryant-university). Allison also has a certification from the Nevada Gaming Commission in Nevada Gaming Licnese.

They work with Joe Pagone - Vice President, Operations Hotels & Restaurants, Connor Smith - Vice President, Brand & Marketing, and Nick Gregory - Senior Vice President, Hotels. Charlotte Dehaven - Vice President, Development, Tiffany Cooper - Senior Vice President, Development, and Hari Jun - Director of Development report to Allison Reid. Allison Reid reports to Mike DeFrino, Chief Executive Officer.

Allison Reid

Roger Doyle is the Senior Vice President of Finance at [Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants](/org/kimpton-hotel-restaurant-group-llc). Roger has over 15 years of experience in the hospitality industry and has held various finance and business support positions at InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG). Roger is a key member of the executive team and is responsible for the development and execution of strategy and business planning. Roger is a strategic partner to the CEO, Operations and Commercial leaders and leads a team of finance professionals. Roger has a proven track record in driving growth, integration, profit and commercial agenda.

Roger Doyle has a Masters of Professional Accounting from the [University of Southern Queensland](/org/university-of-southern-queensland) as well as certification from CPA Australia.

Roger Doyle reports to Mike DeFrino, Chief Executive Officer. Roger Doyle works with Joe Pagone - Vice President, Operations Hotels & Restaurants, Nina Beizai - Vice President, Communications & Content, and Ginny Too - Senior Vice President, People & Culture.

Roger Doyle

Telesa Via is currently the Vice President of Sales at [Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants](/org/kimpton-hotel-restaurant-group-llc). Telesa has over 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry, starting their career as a Sales Manager at Hyatt Regency Atlanta. Telesa quickly rose through the ranks, becoming a Senior Sales Manager and eventually the Assistant Director of Sales. 

In 2003, Telesa was promoted to Director of Sales & Marketing at Hyatt Dulles. Telesa successfully increased rooms revenue by 6% through increasing rate by 10.3% over 2005 during a year that the hotel underwent renovation. Telesa also implemented creative sales training and incentives resulting in 108% of group production YTD. In addition, they produced new revenue stream with top transient account and achieved 2 out of 8 ranking of market share on Hotelligence Report YTD.

The following year, Telesa took on the role of Director of Sales & Marketing at Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill. Telesa continued their success, increasing National Sales revenue by 100% over 2005. In 2007, they were recruited by Kimpton Hotels and Restaurants to be their City Director of Sales & Marketing. Telesa held this position for 5 years before being promoted to their current role as Vice President of Sales.

Telesa Via has a BA in Communications from the [University of Virginia](/org/university-of-virginia) and certification from McKinsey & Company in the Black Executive Leadership Program.

Telesa Via reports to Kathleen Reidenbach, Chief Commercial Officer. They are on a team with and Ben Stiefel - Vice President, Revenue Management & Distribution.

Telesa Via

Connor Smith is the Vice President of Brand and Marketing at Kimpton Hotels and Restaurants. Connor has been with Kimpton since August of 2017 and in their current role, they report to the Chief Creative Officer and manages a team of 20 people responsible for defining and executing global brand strategy and creative across Kimpton's 160+ brands. Connor is directly responsible for driving over $75mm in annual revenue, growing brand awareness, and driving brand affinity via B2C and B2B marketing efforts. 

Under Connor's leadership, Kimpton has expanded its brand worldwide, successfully launching in China, Europe, Canada, and South East Asia. Connor has also repositioned Kimpton as a global luxury brand for the millennial traveler, shifting the age of the core Kimpton guest younger. Connor has inspired millennial consumers through brand innovations, including Off the Record, Kimpton's concert series designed to bring people together. As the public face of Kimpton's focus on diversity, Connor has spoken about Kimpton's commitment to inclusion on a tour and in media interviews, landing coverage in NYTimes, People, and Fortune. Connor also oversees Kimpton's music strategy and live music programming. Lastly, Connor leads loyalty at Kimpton, ensuring a strong connection with IHG Rewards club.

Connor Smith's educational career includes a Bachelor of Arts from the [University of Vermont](/org/university-of-vermont) in Spanish and Business Administration, as well as a degree from Universidad de Santiago de Compostela. CVU is also included in their educational background.

Connor Smith reports to Mike DeFrino, Chief Executive Officer. They are on a team with Joe Pagone - Vice President, Operations Hotels & Restaurants, Ginny Too - Senior Vice President, People & Culture, and Scott Gingerich - Senior Vice President, Restaurants & Bars. A direct report to Connor Smith is and Sarita Mallinger - Senior Director, Digital Marketing & Media.

Connor Smith

Melinda Stier is a senior vice president and general counsel at [Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants](/org/kimpton-hotel-restaurant-group-llc). Melinda has held this position since August 2016. Prior to that, they were of counsel at Foley & Lardner LLP from February 2014 to August 2016. From June 2008 to February 2014, they were senior counsel at SSL Law Firm LLP.

Ms. Stier began their career at [Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants](/org/kimpton-hotel-restaurant-group-llc) in March 2004 as an assistant general counsel. In this role, they were a member of the small legal department handling real estate/hotel acquisitions, sales, financings, and all other legal matters for 50+ hotels and restaurants nationwide. Melinda also drafted and negotiated complex transactional agreements, hotel management agreements, construction agreements, and ground leases. In addition, they managed outside counsel for the company.

In October 2007, Ms. Stier was promoted to associate general counsel and senior vice president. In this role, they continued to draft and negotiate all types of hospitality marketing, sales, and operations contracts. Melinda also negotiated and resolved contractual disputes. In addition, they managed a multimillion-dollar Hurricane Katrina insurance claim and the outside counsel in the associated litigation, including discovery production. Melinda also summarized and presented major legal issues to the executive team.

Ms. Stier has been instrumental in several initiatives during their time at [Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants](/org/kimpton-hotel-restaurant-group-llc). Melinda led the team in the design of a legal form to use nationwide for a multitude

Melinda Stier graduated from the University of California, Los Angeles with a B.A. in Political Science-International Relations. Melinda then attended the University of San Diego School of Law and received their J.D. After graduation, they became certified in J.D.

Melinda Stier reports to Mike DeFrino, Chief Executive Officer. Melinda Stier works with Joe Pagone - Vice President, Operations Hotels & Restaurants, Donald Ogrady - Vice President, Technology, and Ave Bradley - Creative Director & Senior Vice President, Design.

Melinda Stier

Kathleen Reidenbach is the Chief Commercial Officer at [Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants](/org/kimpton-hotel-restaurant-group-llc). Kathleen previously worked as an analyst at [Robertson Stephens](/org/robertson-stephens) from June 2000 to June 2002.

Kathleen Reidenbach received their BA in Economics and Spanish from [Amherst College](/org/amherst-college).

They work with Connor Smith - Vice President, Brand & Marketing, Joe Pagone - Vice President, Operations Hotels & Restaurants, and Ginny Too - Senior Vice President, People & Culture. Kathleen Reidenbach reports to Mike DeFrino, Chief Executive Officer. Some direct reports include Ben Stiefel - Vice President, Revenue Management & Distribution, Telesa Via - Vice President, Sales.

Kathleen Reidenbach

Maria Streeby is the Vice President of Guest Experience, Openings & Transitions at [Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants](/org/kimpton-hotel-restaurant-group-llc). Maria has over 25 years of experience in the hospitality industry, having worked their way up from an Assistant General Manager position at Promus Hotels to a Director of Rooms position at Westin Hotels and Resorts. In their current role, Maria oversees the hoteling, service, facilities, and meeting and events teams at [Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants](/org/kimpton-hotel-restaurant-group-llc).

Maria Streeby graduated from the [University of Denver](/org/university-of-denver) with a BSBA in Hotel and Restaurant Management.

They work with Ben Timashenka - Vice President, Hotels – East, Joe Schwingler - Vice President, Hotels – West, and Anthony Barone - Vice President, Facilities. Their manager is Nick Gregory, Senior Vice President, Hotels.

Maria Streeby

Anthony Barone is currently the Vice President of Facilities at [Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants](/org/kimpton-hotel-restaurant-group-llc). Prior to this, they served as the Director of Engineering & Technology at the Vero Beach Hotel and Spa from January 2007 to September 2011. Before that, they were the Vice President of Controlled Landscape Management from January 2003 to December 2007. Anthony began their career in 1998 as the Director of Property Operations for the Ian Schrager Company.

Anthony Barone reports to Nick Gregory, Senior Vice President, Hotels. They work with Joe Schwingler - Vice President, Hotels – West, Ben Timashenka - Vice President, Hotels – East, and Maria Streeby - Vice President, Guest Experience, Openings & Transitions.

Anthony Barone

Tiffany Cooper is the Senior Vice President of Development at [Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants](/org/kimpton-hotel-restaurant-group-llc). Tiffany has over 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry, specializing in hotel development and franchise growth.

Tiffany began their career with Kimpton in 1995 as the Director of Sales & Marketing. In this role, they were responsible for increasing revenue and market share for the company. After four years in this position, Tiffany left Kimpton to join Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc.

At Starwood, Tiffany served as the Vice President of Development for the Western Region of the United States. In this role, they were responsible for expanding the franchise development pipeline and footprint for eight of the 10 Starwood brands across all segments and project types. After 17 years with Starwood, Tiffany returned to Kimpton in 2016 as the Senior Vice President of Development.

In their current role, Tiffany is responsible for overseeing all aspects of development for [Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants](/org/kimpton-hotel-restaurant-group-llc). This includes new build opportunities, conversion projects, adaptive reuse projects, and more. Under Tiffany’s leadership, Kimpton has seen significant growth and expansion in recent years.

Tiffany Cooper has a Master of Business Administration from Johnson & Wales University, a Hotel Real Estate Investments and Asset Management Certificate from [Cornell University](/org/cornell-university), and a Bachelor of Arts from California State University - East Bay.

They are on a team with Hari Jun - Director of Development, Charlotte Dehaven - Vice President, Development. Tiffany Cooper reports to Allison Reid, Chief Development Officer.

Tiffany Cooper

Nina Beizai is the Vice President, Communications & Content at [Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants](/org/kimpton-hotel-restaurant-group-llc). Prior to joining Kimpton, Nina served as the Director of Corporate Communications at [Prologis](/org/prologis) from July 2012 to December 2015.

At [Prologis](/org/prologis), Nina was responsible for managing global corporate communications in 21 countries for the world’s largest industrial real estate company with over $57 billion in assets under management and annual revenue of $2 billion. This included crafting a new corporate message platform, implementing a consistent narrative among global communicators, and securing more than 70 percent share of voice across all regions.

Nina also led communications for [Prologis](/org/prologis)’ $5.9 billion acquisition of KTR Capital Partners, which involved comprehensive deal messaging, executive talking points, media strategy, and employee communications. In addition, they managed international PR agencies, external vendors, and internal team members to drive business results and ensure efficient resource/budget allocation.

In their expanded role at [Prologis](/org/prologis), Nina was responsible for developing and executing the corporate communications strategy for Americas and Europe. Under their leadership, the [Prologis](/org/prologis) brand was elevated as a leading S&P 500 company through thought leadership initiatives and reputation-building opportunities that garnered highly coveted awards such as the EY Entrepreneur of the Year Award, FT Innovative Lawyers Award, and Fortune Magazine World’s Most Admired Companies. Nina also led cross-functional teams to implement a digital media strategy that increased social media following by 50 percent, raised key influencer engagement, and outperformed annual company goals by more than 200 percent year over year.

Nina Beizai earned their MA in International Economics and Strategic Studies with a regional focus on the Middle East from The Johns Hopkins University - Paul H. Nitze School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS). Nina also holds a Masters/Magistra degree in Political Science from the University of Vienna.

Nina Beizai works with Joe Pagone - Vice President, Operations Hotels & Restaurants, Melinda Stier - Senior Vice President, General Counsel, and Connor Smith - Vice President, Brand & Marketing. Nina Beizai reports to Mike DeFrino, Chief Executive Officer.

Nina Beizai

Charlotte Dehaven is the Vice President of Development at [Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants](/org/kimpton-hotel-restaurant-group-llc). Charlotte has over 15 years of experience in the hospitality industry, having previously served as the Vice President of Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. and The Prescott Group. Dehaven began their career as an analyst at [Goldman Sachs](/org/goldman-sachs) in 2001 before moving into private equity with The Whitehall Funds. 

Dehaven is responsible for Kimpton's managed development team on the West coast. Charlotte focuses on growing Kimpton's managed hotel portfolio through conversions, adaptive-reuse, and new-build development projects. Under their leadership, Kimpton has seen significant growth in recent years. 

Dehaven is a graduate of [Harvard Business School](/org/harvard-business-school) and holds a bachelor's degree from [Tufts University](/org/tufts-university).

Charlotte Dehaven has a Bachelor of Arts & Science in Economics and Pre-Med from the [University of Virginia](/org/university-of-virginia). Charlotte also went to Savannah Country Day School.

Charlotte Dehaven reports to Allison Reid, Chief Development Officer. They are on a team with Hari Jun - Director of Development, Tiffany Cooper - Senior Vice President, Development.

Charlotte Dehaven

Ben Stiefel is the current Vice President of Revenue Management & Distribution at [Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants](/org/kimpton-hotel-restaurant-group-llc). Prior to their current position, they were the Area Director of Revenue Management at Hyatt Hotels Corporation from January 2003 to March 2013. Before that, they were a Housekeeping Intern at Philadelphia Airport Marriott from May 2002 to August 2002.

Ben Stiefel has a BS in Hotel, Restaurant, and Institutional Management from [Penn State University](/org/penn-state).

Ben Stiefel works with and Telesa Via - Vice President, Sales. Their manager is Kathleen Reidenbach, Chief Commercial Officer.

Ben Stiefel

Ginny Too

Sarita Mallinger

Hari Jun

Donald Ogrady

Joe Pagone is the Vice President, Operations Hotels & Restaurants at [Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants](/org/kimpton-hotel-restaurant-group-llc). Joe has over 17 years of experience in the hospitality industry.

Joe started their career as an intern at Hilton Chicago in 2002. Joe then worked their way up to Assistant Food and Beverage Director at InterContinental Hotel Chicago from 2003-2008. In 2008, they became the Director of Rooms at Hotel Allegro Chicago A Kimpton Hotel. Joe then served as the Assistant General Manager at Hotel Palomar Chicago A Kimpton Hotel from 2010-2012 before becoming the General Manager at Hotel Monaco Baltimore A Kimpton Hotel in 2012. Joe has been with [Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants](/org/kimpton-hotel-restaurant-group-llc) since 2014 and is currently the Vice President, Operations Hotels & Restaurants.

Joe Pagone has a Bachelor's degree in Hospitality from [Eastern Illinois University](/org/eastern-illinois-university).

Joe Pagone reports to Mike DeFrino, Chief Executive Officer. They work with Melinda Stier - Senior Vice President, General Counsel, Donald Ogrady - Vice President, Technology, and Allison Reid - Chief Development Officer.

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