Vice President of Hotel and Retail Operations@The Village Dallas
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As Vice President of Hotel and Retail Operations at The Drey Hotel and The Village Dallas, Gabriella Monte leads with vision, passion, and a commitment to excellence. With more than 15 years of experience across hospitality, real estate, project management and technology, Gabriella has proven herself as a trailblazer in operational leadership. She has held pivotal roles with Kimpton Hotels and Resorts, Oracle, and Sentral, where she implemented high-impact strategies, led cutting-edge technology initiatives, and expanded market reach for leading brands.
Gabriella’s impact at The Drey Hotel speaks volumes. Year over year, the property has exceeded all expectations driving a 10% increase in occupancy, a $23 boost in ADR, and a 25% growth in RevPAR. The hotel’s Net Operating Income (NOI) has more than doubled, highlighting Gabriella’s adeptness in balancing top-line growth with bottom-line efficiency. Drey Rewards, the hotel’s loyalty program, also experienced tremendous success, attracting over 2,000 members in its first year and reinforcing the brand’s commitment to tailored, high-touch guest experiences.
A passionate advocate for sustainability, Gabriella has led efforts to plant 1,000 trees in support of longleaf pine reforestation in Texas. She has also transformed The Village Dallas, achieving full occupancy across all retail showroom spaces creating a previously unrealized revenue stream and revitalizing the area into a vibrant, dynamic shopping district. Notably, all the small businesses Gabriella has brought on as tenants at The Village are women-owned and operated, further supporting her commitment to empowering female entrepreneurs and leaders.More...
Steve Gustafson
Executive chef/Consultant
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Steve Gustafson is the Executive Chef, where he combines his passion for culinary arts with over 15 years of experience in the industry. Known for his innovative approach to classic cuisine, Steve has crafted menus that have delighted guests worldwide. He honed his skills at the Culinary Institute of America and has worked in renowned kitchens across Europe and North America. Outside the kitchen, Steve enjoys exploring local farmers' markets and experimenting with fresh, seasonal ingredients.More...
Jacob Stephen
Media specialist and author
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I’m here to be your ghost writer, your second set of eyes, your open-minded and curious social media strategist. I believe great storytelling is at the root of all excellent communications work. I bring joy into my work whenever I can, and I love dogs, and dancing.More...
Jeff Senior
Principal Owner@5 Vines Advisory Services LLC
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CMO/CCO. Global marketing & commercial executive, emphasis on travel & hospitality. Achieve superior top line results, efficiently. Open to projects & advisory services.
HSMAI Albert E Koehl Career Achievement Award.More...
Jennifer Cox
Director of Finance@Hyatt Hotels Corporation
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Experienced in Pre-Open, Shared Services, Hotel, Tiered and Corporate level Hospitality Management. I have 14 years of combined experience working in the Hospitality Industry for companies that include Hyatt Hotels and Kimpton Hotels and Restaurants.More...
With over a decade of proven expertise in healthcare operations and SaaS technology, I specialize in delivering transformative solutions that optimize workflows, enhance clinic efficiency, and improve patient outcomes. As a trusted advisor to over 100 organizations, I have consistently driven measurable results, typically seeing efficiency improvement within three months of engagement.
Named among the Top 50 to Watch and a recipient of the 2023 Technology Rising Star Award, I am recognized for my strategic vision and ability to align cutting-edge technology with the unique challenges of healthcare organizations. My work spans technology and EHR integration, data-driven decision-making, revenue optimization, and designing sustainable training programs tailored to operational success.
As a consultant, I leverage a unique blend of strategic thinking and hands-on expertise, cultivated from partnering with healthcare C-suites, clinic managers, and cross-functional teams. Whether leading clinical transformation, designing scalable solutions, or navigating complex system integrations, I provide actionable strategies that bridge the gap between technology and operations.
Let’s collaborate to reimagine what’s possible in healthcare, create scalable solutions, and deliver lasting impact.More...
Vera White
Technical Support Specialist@AvidXchange, Inc.
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Vera White, as a Technical Support Specialist at AvidXchange, Inc., your role involves providing technical assistance and support for incoming queries and issues related to company products. You are responsible for responding to queries over the phone or email, preparing accurate and timely reports, and ensuring customer service is timely and accurate on a daily basis. You also troubleshoot, diagnose and solve customer software and hardware problems, and assist in training users on system and software updates. Your role is critical in maintaining high customer satisfaction and loyalty.More...
Katie Greaney
Creative Project Manager/Producer
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I love a good brainstorm, I'll organize it! Project managment starts with a solid foundation of transparent conversations and collaboration. Together we can build a plan to achieve any goal!More...
Roselyn Johnson
Sr Human Resources Consultant@HR Edge LLC
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A dynamic professional with a proven background in leadership and building successful relationships. Positive achievements in effective employee engagement, labor and employee relations in both a non-unionized and unionized environment. I enjoy cultivating and leading high performance cross functional teams, uniting all parties involved on guiding principles and goals. I am a self-motivated, results driven professional who values being a contributing strategic partner.More...
Darryl Payne, Jr.
Strength & Speed Coach@Forthright Performance
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I coach everyone from high school athletes to seniors to be strong for everyday life and faster than the competition.More...
Manu Aggarwal
VP Marketing@OnTrac
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Manu is a proven growth and direct response marketing executive with extensive experience driving customer acquisition, revenue growth, and retention for both B2B and B2C enterprises, including startups and established businesses in extremely competitive industries. He transforms the marketing and digital infrastructure to develop demand and revenue generation marketing programs that outperform industry leaders, improve customer relationships that maximize long-term value, and distinguish brands.More...