Vice President of Business Development | Columbia Hospitality

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 
• Significant uncapped incentive opportunity tied to portfolio growth
• Long-term wealth creation through successful expansion of the management portfolio
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and 401(k)
• HSA/FSA Plans with employer contribution
• Self-Managed PTO
• Cell Phone Allowance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Columbia Cares Volunteer Opportunities
• Professional Development & Executive Learning
• Discounted Lodging, Dining, Golf, Spa & Retail
• Third-Party Perks
• Values-Based Culture (#OMGLIFE)

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.

The Fine Print
Columbia Hospitality, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive environment without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. We strive for excellence in every position within the company and select the most qualified people who embrace our service philosophy and these values.

Accountability | Creativity | Enthusiasm | Honesty | Inclusion | Respect
 

Columbia Hospitality is a national management and consulting company with more than 25 years of experience in creating hospitality solutions and delivering exceptional experiences. Our portfolio includes award-winning hotels and resorts, premier residential communities, restaurants and bars, private and public golf clubs, conference centers, and distinctive venues. Columbia Hospitality has been consistently recognized as one of the Top Companies to Work for in Washington by Seattle Business Magazine and Puget Sound Business Journal for their commitment to creating a fun, dynamic and nurturing work environment for team members.