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From his first position as a Kimpton opening doorman, to senior vice president (SVP) of hotel operations, Nick’s hospitality career spans decades. Nick initially joined Kimpton Hotels and Restaurants as a doorman in 1991 at the acclaimed Vintage Plaza in Portland, Oregon. Ten years later, Nick secured the leading role at Hotel Triton in San Francisco becoming General Manager. Supporting the growth of Kimpton’s first hotel outside of San Francisco provided Nick with unique insight into the challenges of geographic expansion. Nick’s move with Kimpton from the West Coast to Chicago in 1997 to become opening director of front office at the Hotel Allegro was the first of many; subsequent moves to California, Maryland, Virginia, Pennsylvania and back to California in a corporate role came soon after. In 2008, seven years after Nick was first promoted to GM in San Francisco, he moved into the role of director of operations.  In 2013, he became the regional vice president of hotel operations for the Northeast and Florida, where he was directly responsible for the operations, sales & marketing initiatives, human resources, and finance/revenue management for all 17 properties in the two regions. Following IHG’s acquisition of Kimpton Hotels and Restaurants, Nick was appointed SVP of hotel operations in 2016, where he responsible for developing and evolving operational strategies that focus on increasing profitability while maintaining the company’s high guest-satisfaction scores. Over the course of 33 years, Nick’s contributions validated a central tenet of Kimpton’s Fortune-awarded culture: the idea that satisfied and empowered employees, under the guidance of strong leadership, will consistently provide guests with extraordinary service and provide owners with exceptional investment value. Nick and his wife Julie reside in Rhododendron, OR and when not working, Nick enjoys hiking, mountain biking, skiing, and spending any time he can with family. Nick is a graduate of Portland State University.

Kerri story with the company began in 2008, starting in the banquets department on property, quickly moving into the role of Convention Services Manager and ultimately finding her way to the Corporate office. Over the past decade, Kerri has played pivotal roles in various departments within the corporate team, including Sales & Revenue, Operations, Corporate Office Management, HR, and Strategic Operations. Kerri’s journey reflects her dedication and adaptability. In her current role, as Director of Program Management, Kerri focuses on the thoughtful planning, execution, and delivery of key strategic projects, aiming to contribute to company growth, operational excellence, and innovation.

Kerri leads and mentors a team committed to advancing program management processes and best practices at Davidson. In addition, she passionately contributes to initiatives that distinguish our company, such as the DE&I Council, Give Kids The World Council, SPARK program management, and ESG initiatives program management.

A graduate with a Bachelor of Business Administration from Kennesaw State University, specializing in Management, Kerri brings a down-to-earth approach and a wealth of knowledge to her role. Her commitment to excellence and her involvement in impactful programs showcase her dedication to making a positive difference within and beyond the Davidson organization.

As the Director of Strategic Operations, Joe works with both property and regional leadership to improve operational finance processes for the portfolio and support the team’s use of enterprise systems. Most recently, he worked as the Director of Enterprise Systems where he established best practices and a support process for Davidson’s BI, labor management, and procurement tools. Before joining the Davidson corporate team, Joe was the Director of Finance at The Camby Hotel, Autograph Collection where he implemented all new financial policies and procedures for a recently renovated hotel and led the finance team to earn the 2017 Financial Excellence Award for US Franchise Properties in his first year at the hotel. Additionally, he spent 10+ years in leadership roles at various properties in the Phoenix including Royal Palms Resort & Spa, W Scottsdale, Westin Phoenix Downtown and Sheraton Phoenix Downtown. Joe holds a Bachelor of Science in Finance from the W.P. Carey School of Business at Arizona State University.

With an impressive 18-year career in the hospitality industry, Rachelle joined Davidson in 2023, bringing a wealth of experience garnered from renowned brands such as Lifehouse Hotels, Hyatt Hotels Corporation, Two Roads Hospitality, Interstate Hotels & Resorts, and Kimpton Hotels and Restaurants.

Her expertise shines particularly in managing openings and transitions. While at Hyatt she played a key role in the successful launch of properties like Thompson, Alila, Hyatt Centric, Joie de Vivre hotels & Unbound collection. Rachelle’s commitment to excellence is rooted in a solid educational background, holding a Bachelor of Science in Policy Analysis & Management from Cornell University and a Master of Arts in Speech & Interpersonal Communication from New York University.

Embarking on her hospitality journey in 2009 with The Walt Disney Company, Megan assumed her first project manager role in 2013, leading a team of project assistants through a 1 billion dollar technology upgrade that spanned all of Walt Disney World’s parks and resorts. In 2016, Maul joined Two Roads Hospitality on the Opening Team for the Thompson Seattle Hotel. This marked the beginning of a new chapter, where Megan played a key role in successfully opening not only the Thompson Seattle Hotel but also five additional hotels for the Thompson, Alila, and Joie de Vivre brands.

Transitioning to Davidson Hospitality Group in 2021, Megan has been an integral force, contributing expertise to over 40 Openings & Transitions projects. Maul is dedicated to excellence and proficiency in navigating the intricate landscape of hotel openings and transitions. She holds a B.S. in Economics from the University of Florida.