VP & Area Managing Director

Davidson Hospitality Group•Spokane, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Historic Davenport Hotel, Autograph Collection is a prestigious, iconic hotel located in Spokane, Washington, offering exciting job opportunities for hospitality professionals seeking to be part of a historic and renowned team. Joining our team means becoming part of a renowned hospitality brand known for its commitment to exceptional guest service and unmatched elegance. The hotel boasts a rich history, stunning architecture, and luxurious amenities, making it a sought-after destination for both business and leisure travelers. As a team member, you will have the opportunity to work in a unique and historic environment, providing outstanding service to guests from all over the world. The Historic Davenport Hotel values professional growth and development, offering opportunities for advancement within the organization. Join our team and be part of a rewarding and fulfilling career in the hospitality industry, where your skills and dedication will be recognized and rewarded in a truly special setting. The Davenport Hotel Collection is seeking an accomplished hospitality executive to provide strategic leadership across this distinguished collection of hotels in Spokane, Washington. This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned leader who brings a strong operational foundation, sophisticated business acumen, and a passion for developing exceptional teams and guest experiences. As Vice President & Area Managing Director, you will serve as a key leader for the collection, providing strategic direction across operations, financial performance, commercial strategy, talent, and guest experience. Working closely with ownership and Davidson Hospitality Group, you will help shape the continued success and evolution of these iconic Spokane properties while positioning the collection for long-term growth. This role is ideal for a dynamic, highly visible hospitality leader who is equally comfortable setting the strategic vision and engaging directly with property leadership teams. You will be expected to build strong relationships, identify opportunities, drive accountability, and inspire a culture focused on excellence, collaboration, and results.

Requirements

An accomplished hospitality executive with significant leadership experience in full-service, luxury, or upper-upscale hotel environments
10+ years of progressive hotel leadership experience, including experience leading at the General Manager, Area Managing Director, Regional, or comparable executive level
Demonstrated success leading complex hotel operations and/or multi-property portfolios
Strong financial acumen with a proven ability to drive profitability, manage budgets, interpret financial performance, and translate business results into strategic action
A strategic, commercially minded leader who understands how operations, sales, revenue management, and guest experience come together to drive results
A highly effective people leader with a track record of developing strong leadership teams and creating cultures of accountability, collaboration, and engagement
Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to effectively partner with ownership, Davidson leadership, hotel teams, and community stakeholders
Strong executive presence, sound judgment, and the ability to navigate complex situations with confidence and professionalism
A passion for hospitality and a genuine commitment to creating exceptional experiences for both guests and associates
Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or a related field preferred

Responsibilities

Provide strategic leadership and oversight across The Davenport Collection, ensuring alignment with ownership and Davidson’s vision, values, and business objectives
Partner closely with property leadership to drive operational excellence, exceptional guest experiences, employee engagement, and consistent service standards
Lead the financial performance of the collection, with accountability for budgeting, forecasting, revenue generation, profitability, and overall business results
Develop and execute strategic business plans that capitalize on market opportunities, strengthen the portfolio, and drive long-term growth
Serve as a trusted strategic partner to ownership, building strong relationships and maintaining open, proactive communication regarding performance, opportunities, and challenges
Coach, develop, and inspire property leadership teams, creating a strong leadership pipeline and culture of accountability and engagement
Partner with commercial, sales, marketing, revenue management, and other corporate resources to maximize market position and financial performance
Monitor industry, economic, and competitive trends across the Spokane market and identify opportunities to strengthen the collection’s position
Ensure operational standards, brand expectations, compliance, and quality initiatives are consistently maintained across the portfolio
Lead through change and complexity with sound judgment, agility, and a solutions-oriented approach
Represent The Davenport Collection and Davidson Hospitality Group within the Spokane community and hospitality industry, cultivating meaningful relationships with key stakeholders and business partners