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Vice President of Business Development | Columbia Hospitality

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2211 Alaskan Wy, Seattle, WA 98121, USA
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Your applicationOpen nowVice President of Business Development | Columbia HospitalityColumbia Hospitality · 2211 Alaskan Wy, Seattle, WA 98121, USA

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Vice President of Business Development | Columbia Hospitality   Join One of the Fastest Growing Independent Hospitality Management Companies in the United States.   Columbia Hospitality is seeking an accomplished Vice President of Business Development to accelerate our national expansion and drive the continued growth of our third-party management portfolio. This role represents a strategic investment in Columbia Hospitality's future as we continue our evolution into one of the country's premier hospitality management companies. This leader will be expected to leverage an established and highly influential network of hospitality owners, developers, institutional investors, family offices, private equity firms, asset managers, architects, lenders, brands, and industry advisors to create opportunities. The successful candidate will serve as Columbia Hospitality's executive presence within their region while working closely with the executive leadership team to expand the company's national portfolio. This is a rare opportunity to help shape the next chapter of Columbia Hospitality's growth story.   Let’s start off with the most important part-what’s in it for you:     The Perks   *Eligibility of perks is dependent upon job status  

Salary Range: $175,000 to $200,000 DOE 

Cellphone Allowance 

Incentive Eligible 

Commuter/Parking Allowance 

Get Paid Daily (Make any day payday) 

Paid Time off & Holiday Pay (Because Balance Matters) 

Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, 401K 

HSA/FSA Plans -with employer contribution 

Values Based Culture (#OMGLIFE) 

Culture Add (Creating Space for Fresh Perspectives) 

Referral Bonus (Get Paid to Recruit) 

Discounted Lodging, Dining, Spa, Golf, and Retail (Yes, Discounted Travel!) 

Employee Assistance Program 

“Columbia Cares” Volunteer Opportunities 

Committee Participation Opportunities (Fun, Philanthropic, Diversity/Equity/Inclusion) 

Task Force Work Opportunities (Grow your career in idyllic locations across the globe) 

Online Learning Platform to Help You Grow! 

Third Party Perks (Including discounts on Pet Insurance, Rental Cars, Movie and Concert Tickets, Theme Park and Attractions & so much more) 

  Our Commitment to you:     “People never forget how you made them feel.” Maya Angelou’s famous statement serves as a rallying cry throughout Columbia Hospitality and fuels our collective drive - and success.    Our people are our purpose, and our brand is our people. We seek extraordinary individuals who drive our brand promise of Creating Exceptional Experiences. We are a people-first organization, ignited from the inside to succeed on the outside. We are a tight-knit, inclusive, values-driven team and we trust one another to have each other’s backs. We show up every day with open hearts, an inclusive mindset, and a genuine respect for those around us. We have fun, grow together, and strive to leave a positive lasting impression on everyone we meet.   What Success Looks Like:   The Vice President of Business Development is responsible for originating, cultivating, and securing new third-party hotel and resort management opportunities throughout the United States. This person will serve as one of Columbia Hospitality's primary ambassadors within the hospitality investment community, utilizing deep industry relationships to identify opportunities across both branded and independent assets.   Success will be measured not only by signed management agreements, but by the quality of long-term relationships established with ownership groups, institutional investors, family offices, developers, architects, lenders, asset managers, and global lodging brands.   Your Impact Strategic Business Development

Lead the national pursuit of third-party management opportunities across branded hotels, independent resorts, lifestyle properties, mixed-use developments, golf resorts, private clubs, luxury hospitality, and destination assets. Expand Columbia Hospitality's managed portfolio by cultivating relationships with owners, developers, family offices, REITs, private equity firms, institutional investors, lenders, and asset managers. Develop and execute a strategic market growth plan focused on expanding Columbia Hospitality's presence in emerging hospitality markets. Relationship Leadership Leverage an existing network of hospitality decision-makers Build trusted relationships with major hotel brands, franchise development teams, architects, designers, consultants, and development partners. Position Columbia Hospitality as the preferred long-term operating partner for hospitality owners.

  Management Agreement Origination & Execution

Lead management contract pursuits from initial introduction through signed agreement. Partner with executive leadership to develop customized management proposals and operating strategies. Coordinate internal feasibility, financial underwriting, operational planning, and transition resources. Lead executive negotiations while balancing owner objectives with Columbia Hospitality's strategic interests.

  Industry Leadership

Represent Columbia Hospitality at national hospitality conferences, investment forums, brand meetings, and industry associations. Serve as a visible thought leader and brand ambassador.

  What You Bring

8+ years of hospitality development, investments, owner relations, asset management, or third-party management experience. Demonstrated success securing hospitality management agreements. Extensive national network of owners, developers, family offices, brands, architects, lenders, consultants, and asset managers. Executive presence with exceptional communication and negotiation skills. Strong understanding of branded and independent hotel operations. Ability to travel extensively throughout North America.

  Why This Role Matters This is more than a business development position. It is an opportunity to help shape Columbia Hospitality's national growth strategy and expand one of the industry's most respected independent hospitality management companies.   Don't meet every qualification? We recognize exceptional leaders come from diverse backgrounds and encourage you to apply.  

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