Hostmark Hospitality Group names new COO

Hostmark Hospitality Group, a hotel management company specializing in unique lifestyle hotels and resorts as well as branded properties, has named Ronald L. Vlasic as chief operating officer. In his new role, Vlasic will oversee and grow the company’s third-party management portfolio of branded and independent hotels across the United States, helping the company expand into new markets and segments.

“With more than 25 years of hospitality experience, Ron has an unmatched track record utilizing his unique skillset and relationships to grow regional hotel companies into national powerhouses,” said Jerome Cataldo, president & CEO, Hostmark Hospitality Group.  “He was instrumental in Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants’ growth from 16 properties concentrated in the Bay Area to 63 hotels nationwide by 2018.  Ron’s expertise in high-end boutique properties will prove particularly useful as we expand that segment of our own third-party managed hotel portfolio.”