Fresh appointment announced along with new estimated opening date
by Luke Bradley
Newport, Rhode Island, USA - July 27,2019: Dolly Parton performs at The Newport Folk Festival in Rhode Island.
Dolly Parton’s SongTeller Hotel has appointed Shannon Foster as its general manager.
Foster will join the team as it works towards its grand opening, which is currently slated for 2026.
In her new role, Foster will oversee the hotel’s operations, and focus on optimizing business development, financial performance, and spearheading both guest and host experiences.
She brings over a decade of hospitality industry experience to the role, having worked at several known lifestyle properties in both Hilton and Marriott’s portfolios.
She also held executive roles at two Nashville properties, Noelle and Holston House hotels.
Most recently, Foster served as vice president of operations for hotel equities at Greenwood Hospitality Division.
William R. Doyle III, senior vice president of hospitality at Herschend Family Entertainment, said: “We are thrilled to welcome Shannon to the SongTeller Hotel team as her proven leadership, operational expertise and passion for creating unforgettable guest experiences makes her the perfect fit to help bring Dolly’s vision to life.
“We’re excited to have her lead our team as we prepare to open a destination that celebrates Dolly Parton’s legendary career and signature Southern hospitality.”
SongTeller Hotel is set to include a Dolly Parton museum, entertainment venue, and on-site dining.
Original article from Boutique Hotelier can be found here: https://usa.boutiquehotelier.com/dolly-partons-songteller-hotel-names-new-gm/?utm_medium=email
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