Historic downtown Columbia property to become boutique hotel, restaurant
Previously, the property was home to a restaurant. Here’s what’s in store next.
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Previously, the property was home to a restaurant. Here’s what’s in store next.
In 2011, Rick Hayduk, a long-time and experienced hotelier, was inspired to open a hotel that employed individuals with intellectual disabilities with the goal in mind of positively impacting the lives of others and giving everyone a chance for forward advancement in the hospitality industry. After learning the ins and outs of the hospitality industry for over three decades and becoming a true hospitality veteran, Hayduk opened The Shepherd Hotel in April of 2022 with the help of Rich Davies, a third-generation real estate developer, and incredibly involved Clemson Alumni.
The Shepherd Hotel is more than an up-and-coming hospitality brand. It’s an inspirational, purpose-driven company committed to providing exceptional guest experiences while changing the lives of an under-engaged portion of the population. The property has selected Above Property Services (APS™) as their technology partner to deliver an integrated, easy-to-use CRM and PMS designed to simplify hotel operations and create an empowered, inclusionary workplace.