Kristie Santora Rasheed Crme

Kristie Santora Rasheed has a strong background in the hospitality industry with over 20 years of experience. Kristie Santora is currently the Managing Director at The Dewberry Charleston, where they are responsible for the overall operation and financial success of the hotel. Prior to this role, they served as the General Manager of The Dewberry, leading the team in delivering exceptional hospitality experiences.

Before joining The Dewberry, Kristie was the Regional Director of Marketing and Sales at Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, where they oversaw marketing and sales strategies for multiple locations on both the east and west coasts. Kristie Santora also has experience as the Director of Revenue and Profit Optimization - Marketing & Leisure Sales at The Dewberry Charleston, where they played a key role in maximizing revenue and profit.

Earlier in their career, Kristie worked at Destination Hotels as the Regional Director of Reservations and Revenue Optimization for over 10 years. Kristie Santora also served as the Assistant Front Office Manager at Kiawah Island Golf Resort, overseeing front office operations for a 4-Diamond Golf Resort.

Overall, Kristie Santora Rasheed has a diverse range of experience in hospitality management, marketing, and revenue optimization. Kristie Santora'sstrong leadership skills, strategic mindset, and dedication to excellence make their a valuable asset in the industry.

Kristie Santora Rasheed, CRME, holds a Master of International Hospitality and Tourism Management degree from the University of South Carolina, which they completed between 2023 and 2025. Prior to their master's degree, they earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Hospitality, Restaurant, and Tourism Management from the same university from 1998 to 2002. In addition to their degrees, Kristie obtained the Certified Revenue Management Professional (CRME) certification from HSMAI in April 2009 and the Licensed Property Manager - State of South Carolina from the South Carolina Real Estate Commission in June 2006.