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.