Dave Montrose, senior vice president operations with White Lodging, a hotel ownership, development and management company, has joined the Penn State School of Hospitality Management (SHM) Industry Advisory Board.
“Throughout my career, I’ve found my proudest moments center around seeing the success and growth of our associates,” Montrose said. “For many of our managers, this success is predicated from the strong foundation they receive while earning their degrees. I’m honored to be selected to be on the advisory board that will help determine the growth and development of hospitality students at Penn State.”
Montrose has nearly 30 years of hospitality experience. Previously, he was the senior regional vice president of operations for White Lodging, where he was responsible for maximizing operational results for 50 select service assets. He also spent four years as regional vice president of operations. Montrose led the openings of several high profile urban hotels in the Nashville, Houston and Denver markets.