HP Hotels, a leading full-service third-party hotel management company, announced today that Kerry V. Ranson, formerly the firm's Chief Development Officer, has become its new Chief Executive Officer. HP Hotels Chairman Mike Hines made the announcement.
As CEO, Kerry will continue to lead the company's strategic vision to grow and further diversify its third-party property and asset management portfolio, as well as its array of advisory services. He will also be responsible for managing and helping develop the firm's executive leadership team; work closely with the HP Hotels' Advisory Committee; and serve as HP Hotels' liaison to brand partners and industry groups.