In 2016, Waterview Hospitality, LLC was formed as a joint venture with Michael B. Holtz and Michael P. Holtz to undertake the management of the hotels that MPH Hotels, Inc. develops. Waterview's primary objective is to maximize the Net Operating Income of each hotel to bring the full value to the ownership entity of that particular hotel. Waterview’s objective is to manage limited service and extended stay hotels in the eastern part of the United States. Lastly, Waterview’s success will be accomplished through a strong adherence to the Guiding Principles of the Company.
Waterview contracted with MPH Hotels, Inc. the same Daily Reporting System web based program called DRSPro. Every day all members of the company login into the system and review all the important revenue and payroll information of our hotels. You can compare them to last year and to budget. They can also compare themselves with the other hotels in our group. If you would like more information about DRSPro you can click here.
Michael B. Holtz
Michael B. formed Waterview Hospitality LLC as the majority owner and manager in February 2016 and joined MPH Hotels in May of 2009 as a project manager for the construction of an 86 room Comfort Suites. Over the next couple years he worked in operations starting at the front desk until being promoted to General Manager. After a brief hiatus from the hotel business for 18 months he returned to MPH Hotels Inc. as Director of Purchasing in November 2009 which led to a VP of Development title in January 2011. Since 2011 Michael B. has developed and constructed 13 hotels in 4 states. He formed Waterview Hospitality LLC in February 2016 as a hotel management company for all future developments of MPH Hotels, Inc.
MB 23 LLC:
MB 23 LLC was formed in October 2014 with Michael B Holtz owning 100%. This is a hotel investment company. Since inception MB 23 has invested in 8 hotel deals as manager and/or member.
Michael P. Holtz
Michael P. founded MPH Hotels, Inc. in 2003. This is a privately held company that develops, builds and manages hotels. Mr. Holtz is the Former Chairman Of the Board, President and Chief Executive Officer of a publicly traded company listed on NASDAQ:NMS. He was elected to the Hospitality Hall of Fame in 1991 by Lodging Magazine. He founded, designed, developed and managed the AmeriHost Inn hotel brand from inception to nearly 125 hotels open. He has also developed and constructed over 150 hotels in 20 states, acquired, renovated and repositioned over 50 hotels. He grew a company from 2 employees to over 2,500 associates in 18 states. and was the president of a Top Ten fastest growing companies in Illinois by Crain's Chicago Business Review in 1986.
Jessica Neville, Vice President of Operations
Jessica Neville joined the company in January of 2009 as the General Manager of the Holiday Inn Express & Suites in Lake Zurich IL. Jessica came to us with over 15 years in the Hospitality Industry working for brands such as Courtyard by Marriott, Homewood Suites, Hilton Garden Inn, Radisson and Hampton Inn. She graduated from Bowling Green State University with a Bachelors in Business and a specialization in Hospitality Management. Four years after joining us as a General Manager, Jessica was promoted to Regional Director of Operations. She has a strong passion and commitment to excellence with a goal to ensure that we surpass our competitors by operating the best hotel in the market, while ensuring the company's financial, business and customer service objectives are achieved.
Michael Koker, Regional Director of Operations
Michael Koker rejoined our team in 2019 as the Regional Director of Operations for WV/OH. Michael first began his hospitality career in 2003 with us as a Front Desk Manager while acquiring his degree from Hocking College. Throughout his 18 years in the industry he has worked at Choice, Marriott, Wyndham, and Hilton branded hotels in progressively responsible positions such as Front Office Manager, General Manager, and Corporate Director of Revenue Management. In 2012, he opened our award winning Fairfield Inn and Suites in Marietta, OH. He is dedicated to providing the best quality of care for guests and to valuing his employees and team members. He is committed to surpassing our competitors on guest service, employee engagement and market share.
Jeremy Parker, Director of Development
Jeremy Parker joined our team in October 2021 as the Director of Development. Jeremy has over 12 years of corporate accounting and audit experience. Jeremy previously worked as a corporate accountant for a property and casualty insurance company in the Tampa Bay Area. Jeremy received his degree in accounting and finance from Mercer University. He is focused on construction, corporate accounting, and the development of new hotels. Outside of work, Jeremy is actively involved in real estate dealings alongside his father, primarily dealing in real estate development in Central Florida.
Emily
Fanning, Revenue Coordinator
Emily Fanning joined the company in 2022 as a Revenue Coordinator and she comes to us with 12 years of hotel experience. Emily has worked for different brands over the years including Hilton & IHG at some very well-known hotels such as Innisbrook Resort, Omni Resorts, Waldorf Astoria, and Kimpton Key West. She has held key operational positions such as Director of Front Office, Director of Rooms, Housekeeping Manager, Rooms Controller, and most recently Property Manager where she was directly involved in the revenue management of 2 properties. Emily is well versed in the Florida market and is confident that her industry knowledge will help maximize RevPar and our overall portfolio profitability.
Molly Blizzard, Director of People and Culture
Molly Blizzard joined the company in 2017 as the General Manager of the Holiday Inn Express & Suites in St. Petersburg/Madeira Beach, FL. Molly came to us with over 20 years in the hospitality industry working for brands such as Hilton, Marriott, Starwood, and the Tradewinds Island Grand Resort. Molly attended The University of South Florida and is now a part of our corporate team as the Director of People and Culture. She is responsible for various HR roles including the recruitment of upper management level positions, onboarding team members, and performing company orientations. She has a strong passion for people and ensuring our company’s culture is upheld through creative avenues at every one of our hotels.
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St. Petersburg, FL 33701
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