Austin Lapoten

Austin LaPoten currently serves as the Director of Business Development for North America at sbe Lifestyle Hospitality, following a role as Director of Franchise Development for Luxury & Upscale Brands at Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, where significant franchise growth initiatives were achieved. Prior experience includes Vice President at CBRE Hotels, managing transactions exceeding $150 million and fostering relationships within the real estate sector. LaPoten's background involves roles at Margaritaville, HFF, HVS, and Kerzner International, focusing on hotel consulting, investment, and development, complemented by a Bachelor's Degree in Hospitality Management from Florida International University and a diploma in Modern European Languages from The University of Edinburgh.