First Hospitality Group, INc. Hires GM at Minnesota Hotel
Jeffrey Abbott takes on leadership of La Quinta Inn & Suites Minnetonka
ROSEMONT, IL - February 7, 2014 - Rosemont, Illinois-based First Hospitality Group, Inc., (FHG) announced today that Jeffrey Abbott has joined the company as the General Manager at the La Quinta Inn & Suites Minnetonka in Minnesota. First Hospitality Group, Inc. President and COO Robert Habeeb made the announcement.
As general manager, Abbott will utilize his 15 years of hospitality experience to oversee every aspect of the hotel's operations including staffing, training sales, guest satisfaction, marketing and maintenance. As a financial specialist, Abbott excels in revenue management, payroll and sales strategies.
Prior to joining FHG, Abbott worked for a number of major hotel brands including Holiday Inn Express, Chase Suite Hotels, Red Roof Inn and Americas Best Value Inn & Suites.
The 127-room, six-suite La Quinta Inn & Suites Minnetonka is newly updated, offering guests a blend of comfort and convenience. Just 17 miles from the State Capitol and 10 miles from the University of Minnesota, the hotel's location provides guests easy access to a wide range of activities and tourist destinations.
First Hospitality Group, Inc., is a national, experienced, and established hospitality management, and development company serving the investment and real estate industries. Since 1985, FHG has been an award-winning pioneer in the hospitality industry. FHG has successfully developed, marketed and managed over 16 brands and 50 properties throughout the Midwest. Visit www.fhginc.com.
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