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Travel Daily News
6 days ago
- Business
- Travel Daily News
Vision Hospitality Group promotes O'Mally Foster
Vision Hospitality Group promotes O'Mally Foster to chief people officer, reinforcing its people-first strategy, cultural transformation, and purpose-driven hospitality leadership. CHATTANOOGA, TENN. – Officials of Vision Hospitality Group, Inc., a Chattanooga-based hotel development and management company, announced the promotion of O'Mally Foster to chief people officer. In his new role, O'Mally will continue to uphold the organization's core values; lead cultural transformations during periods of growth or change; reinforce Vision's shared purpose; promote internal career advancement to cultivate talent from within; leverage people analytics to track engagement, retention and cultural progress; and align HR policies to actively advance the organization's mission of environmental stewardship, community service and cultural respect through its people practices. 'Since he joined Vision in 2017, O'Mally has been integral to our growth, most recently serving as our senior vice president of human resources,' said Mitch Patel, founder and CEO of Vision Hospitality Group. 'O'Mally's promotion marks a pivotal moment in our five-year strategic plan, underscoring Vision's unwavering commitment to our purpose-driven mission: to be the best, most respected hotel company in America by putting people first, leading with a purpose and delivering exceptional performance.' With over 30 years of hospitality experience, Foster joined Vision Hospitality Group from The Chattanoogan Hotel, where he served as director of human resources. He previously held similar leadership roles with respected hotel companies such as Noble Investment Group and Benchmark Hospitality. Foster exemplifies the company's mission of service to the communities through his volunteer work with United Way, the American Heart Association and Chattanooga Cares, as well as through his service on the Chattanooga Downtown Council. 'It has been my mission to consistently champion a workplace environment rooted in respect, inclusivity and purpose, and that remains my focus moving forward,' Foster said. 'Our people are our greatest asset. When they thrive, so does our company. As we look ahead, our strategy focuses on enhancing lives—not only for our associates and guests, but also for our investors and communities. By prioritizing people-centric leadership and aligning our culture with operational excellence, we are poised to continue to elevate guest satisfaction, achieve market share leadership, and deliver strong financial returns.' 'O'Mally's unwavering dedication to Vision Hospitality Group's culture and people has been nothing short of exemplary,' Patel added. 'Throughout his tenure, he has consistently championed a workplace environment rooted in respect, inclusivity and purpose. His people-first mindset has been a driving force behind numerous initiatives that have empowered associates at all levels to grow, contribute and thrive. By fostering open communication, cultivating leadership and reinforcing Vision's core values, O'Mally has not only strengthened the organizational culture but has also deepened the company's commitment to enhancing lives. His leadership continues to inspire a collective pursuit of excellence that resonates across every corner of the organization.' Headquartered in Chattanooga, Tennessee, Vision Hospitality Group was founded in 1997 by Mitch Patel. With a diverse portfolio encompassing over 40 hotels affiliated with esteemed brands such as Hilton, Marriott, Hyatt, and InterContinental, Vision Hospitality Group continues to push the boundaries of hospitality excellence.
Hospitality Net
08-05-2025
- Business
- Hospitality Net
Humberto Fermo has been appointed General Manager at Moxy Boulder
Vision Hospitality Group proudly announces the addition of Humberto Fermo as the new General Manager of the Moxy Boulder, which opened last year near the CU Boulder campus. The hotel welcomed its first guests last June, marking a significant milestone as the first hotel to open in Boulder since 2018 and has quickly become the go-to hotel and bar on University Hill. Fermo is a dynamic and solutions-driven hospitality leader with over 20 years of comprehensive experience in hotel operations, financial management, and cross-functional leadership. With a proven track record across premier lifestyle and multi-property brands, he excels in guiding teams to achieve excellence in service standards, team development, and market positioning. Fermo was most recently the general manager of Kimpton's Hotel Monaco in Denver and prior to that was the GM at two different Indigo Hotels in Austin, Texas, and Rochester, Minnesota. Fermo will oversee the entire team and will direct operations, manage responsibility for financial performance, and oversee guest services for the property. Moxy Hotels, a part of Marriott Bonvoy's Distinctive Select portfolio, offer a playful hotel experience that steps outside of a conventional hotel stay and promotes a social center to both locals and adventure seeking travelers. The property features an incredible walk-through courtyard open to the public, featuring 10,000 square feet of ground-floor retail space and anchored by Michelin Bib-Gourmand award winner Mister Oso and Aviano Coffee scheduled to open Spring 2025. The outdoor lounge spaces have fire pits, and comfortable seating, creating a perfect setting for guests to relax and unwind. The hotel is managed by Vision Hospitality Group of Chattanooga, Tenn.
Associated Press
17-03-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Vision Hospitality Group Names Mary Beth Cutshall Chief Growth Officer
Vision Hospitality Group, a leading hotel developer and culture-focused operator, today announced that the company named Mary Beth Cutshall chief growth officer. In her new role, she will be responsible for helping expand the company's portfolio of owned and operated hotels throughout the U.S. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: Vision Hospitality Group, a leading hotel developer and culture-focused operator, today announced that the company named Mary Beth Cutshall (pictured) chief growth officer. 'With 35 years of hospitality experience across sales, marketing, acquisitions and business growth, Mary Beth is the perfect candidate to lead Vision's growth into new markets and segments with new partners,' said Mitch I. Patel, founder & CEO of Vision Hospitality Group. 'Mary Beth has worked at all levels of the industry, from property-level sales to C-suite positions with major hotel management companies, providing her with invaluable industry insights and meaningful relationships with brands, owners, operators and virtually any other hotel stakeholder. Mary Beth shares Vision's purpose-driven mentality, and we have no doubt she will help us achieve our expansion goals.' Most recently, Cutshall was managing partner and founder of Amara Capital Group, a consultancy/investment group focused on hospitality and multi-family real estate properties throughout the U.S. and Europe. Prior to that, she held multiple, corporate roles with Hospitality Ventures Management Group (HVMG), culminating in EVP and chief development officer. In that role, she led the company's expansion efforts, including all aspects of acquisitions, new development and third-party management relationships. Additionally, she was corporate director of business development for Hotel Equities, Inc., and held sales and marketing positions with Hotel Investors Trust and Marriott International. Cutshall was a founding member and vice chair of the board of directors for the Castell Project and currently serves as a council member for both Marriott's Women Serving Women and AHLA's ForWARD: Advancing Women in Hospitality. She received her Bachelor of Science in Hotel Administration from UNLV William F. Harrah College of Hospitality. 'I was immediately attracted to Vision's values and goals, and having known and/or worked with many of the team members in the past, this was an obvious choice for me,' Cutshall said. 'As I work to develop and foster new strategic partnerships to help Vision achieve its growth objectives, I also look forward to working with and mentoring the next generation of talent as they take their next career steps, too.' About Vision Hospitality Group Headquartered in Chattanooga, Tennessee, Vision Hospitality Group was founded in 1997 by Mitch Patel. With a diverse portfolio encompassing over 40 hotels affiliated with esteemed brands such as Hilton, Marriott, Hyatt, and InterContinental, Vision Hospitality Group continues to push the boundaries of hospitality excellence. For more information, please visit SOURCE: Vision Hospitality Group Copyright Business Wire 2025. PUB: 03/17/2025 10:05 AM/DISC: 03/17/2025 10:05 AM
