ST. LOUIS—Hotel Equities has hired Amanda Michael as the general manager of the Home2 Suites by Hilton Forest Park, as the hotel located here nears completion. Hotel Equities is managing the 107-room hotel for Above All Development, LLC.
“Hotel Equities is delighted to introduce Home2 Suites by Hilton to the St. Louis market,” said Joe Reardon, VP of business development and marketing. “This is our first hotel in the all-suite brand, and its innovative approach is sure to appeal to our guests whether they are business travelers or extended-stay guests. With Amanda Michael as our GM, we anticipate opening in early summer.”
Michael has responsibility for overseeing the management of all operations at the hotel. She will also oversee all activities to prepare the hotel for opening.
“Amanda has demonstrated both leadership and dedication in her previous positions and brings a wealth of experience to Hotel Equities,” said Chuck Powell, SVP of operations for Hotel Equities. “She has a background in training and guest services that are of key importance as we ramp up to open this exciting new hotel. Our guests will benefit from her attention to detail and her genuine spirit of hospitality. She will do an outstanding job of managing this hotel.”