Jay Nash

Jay Nash is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in the hospitality and construction management sectors. Currently serving as the National Director of Lodging Quality at Vista Host Hotels Management & Development since April 2016, Jay Nash leads and fosters positive cultures within a portfolio of over 30 properties, collaborating with executives to enhance operational efficiency and implement best practices. Previous roles include Executive Housekeeper/Laundry Manager at The Vail Corporation, where oversight extended to a 600-room hotel, and Construction Management at Richmond American Homes/Centex Homes, managing direct employees and trade vendors. Educational credentials include a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Physiology from the University of Tampa, a Bachelor of Science in Urban Planning from Arizona State University, and an MBA from the University of Phoenix.