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COO Al Smith talks about how "doing well by doing good" drives Hotel Equities' success.
Read More About Hotel Equities Details the Business Case for Community Engagement
June 26, 2025
The transition to vice chairman has been both energizing and deeply rewarding. After more than a decade leading development, stepping into this role has allowed me to take a more strategic, high-level view of our business.
Read More About Q&A with Joe Reardon, Hotel Equities
CEO Ben Rafter said the entrepreneurialism and varied strength of Springboard Hospitality and Hotel Equities makes the combined company different than other mergers built around synergies and corporate cuts.
Read More About Why the Springboard, Hotel Equities Merger is Different than Other Hotel Deals
Hotel Equities is pleased to announce that 21 properties from across its best-in-class portfolio of hotels and resorts have been nominated for the highly coveted Condé Nast Traveler 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards.
The Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards are the longest-running and most prestigious recognition of excellence in ...
Read More About 21 Properties Within the Hotel Equities Portfolio Nominated for a Condé Nast Traveler 2025 Readers’ Choice Award
On this episode of #NoVacancyNews, Glenn Haussman reconnected with longtime industry powerhouse Juan Corvinos Solans during NYU IHIF, who just made a major career pivot—leaving Hilton after 16 years to take on a bold new leadership role as President of #CALA for Hotel Equities. So, what drives someone to walk away from the familiar and embrace the unknown? Watch the full episode ...
Read More About Reinvention, Risk, and Building Something New in Hotel Biz
June 05, 2025
Ben Rafter's journey from tech entrepreneur to hotel industry leader takes an exciting new turn as he steps into the role of CEO for a newly merged hospitality company.
Read More About Ben Rafter's Journey to Lead Newly Merged Hotel Company
Tech-forward Ben Rafter talks about opportunities in CALA, more deals and the importance of embracing a tech-led platform.
Read More About Hotel Equities New CEO Charts Path
ATLANTA & HONOLULU — Hotel Equities and Springboard Hospitality today announced a strategic merger, effective May 1, creating a scaled and differentiated hotel management company built to deliver value for hotel owners across branded and independent segments. The merger brings together two complementary organizations with distinct strengths: Hotel Equities, known for ...
Read More About Hotel Equities and Springboard Hospitality Announce Strategic Merger
Kalispell, MT – May 1, 2025 – The Hotel Group (“THG”), an affiliate of Hotel Equities , in partnership with TE Miller Development , proudly announces the grand opening of the Home2 Suites by Hilton Kalispell . The 107-room, extended-stay hotel officially opens its doors today, welcoming guests to experience a fresh, ...
Read More About The Hotel Group and TE Miller Development Celebrate Grand Opening of Home2 Suites by Hilton Kalispell
With additional hotels in Pinnacle’s development pipeline, the collaboration further strengthens both companies' growth and expansion efforts.
Read More About Hotel Equities Forms Strategic Partnership with Pinnacle Hotel Group
Atlanta, GA – January 20, 2025 – Hotel Equities (HE), a leading hotel ownership, management, and development firm, is thrilled to announce that Adrienne Jubb has joined the organization as Senior Vice President of Business Development for the Western U.S. Based in Carlsbad, California, Adrienne will play a pivotal role in driving HE’s ...
Read More About Adrienne Jubb Joins Hotel Equities as Senior Vice President of Business Development Leading Continued Growth in the Western U.S.
ATLANTA – Hotel Equities (HE), a leading hospitality ownership, management, and development firm, is proud to announce an exciting start to the new year with the addition of new leadership and several key promotions within the organization. These updates reflect the company’s dedication to cultivating top talent and driving innovation as it continues to ...
Read More About Hotel Equities Kicks Off 2025 with Key New Hires and Promotions
Milestone marks the completion of the building’s framework for the 107-room extended-stay property, which is slated to open in late spring 2025
Read More About The Hotel Group & TE Miller Development Celebrate the Topping Off of the Home2 Suites by Hilton Kalispell
