Highgate assumes management of several Kessler properties; Kessler
team transitions to new division.
ORLANDO, Florida – Orlando-based lifestyle hotel operator The
Kessler Collection has announced a strategic alliance with owner-operator Highgate
to create Kessler Hospitality, a luxury
and lifestyle hotel management platform.
Under
the alliance, Highgate will take over all seven owned Kessler
hotels and one under development. Among the properties in the portfolio are the Casa Monica Hotel & Spa in St. Augustine, Florida, the JW
Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District in Georgia, and the Grand Bohemian
Lodge Greenville, South Carolina. Kessler’s property-level employees and
key corporate leaders will transition to Highgate’s new division.
No further details about the deal were released. Hotel
Investment Today will follow up with the principals to learn more about plans
for the new platform.
The
press release announcing the news suggested that the platform will leverage
Kessler's creative vision with Highgate's operational prowess, revenue growth
strategies and investment acumen to maximize asset performance and redefine
excellence in the luxury and lifestyle space.
“Our mission has always been to create inspired guest
experiences rooted in artistry, individuality, and purpose,” said Mark Kessler,
president, The Kessler Collection. “When we looked for a partner to help us
take the Grand Bohemian brand into its next chapter, Highgate stood out. Their
operational discipline, deep revenue expertise, and ability to leverage
technology to improve oversight and profitability made them the clear choice to
complement our creative vision and expand our portfolio.”
“White-label management is often described as a customized approach,
yet what’s frequently delivered feels standardized,” said Richard Russo, principal,
Highgate. “At Highgate, we take a fundamentally different view. We build
tailored platform solutions with partners like Kessler that align with each
organization’s unique objectives and amplify their strengths, unlocking
enduring value. We look forward to our association with Kessler and to forging
new alliances with like-minded organizations that share our vision for
innovation, empowering us to continually evolve our platform, drive
best-in-class results, and shape the future of hospitality.”