Get to Know Our Team
At Atrium Hospitality, our dynamic team comprises over 7,400 associates, both remote and onsite, spanning various departments, including operations, HR, marketing, IT, and more. We take pride in selecting top-tier hotel professionals who exhibit a genuine passion for our industry and demonstrate a proven track record of business success. With a diverse array of hospitality expertise, we collaborate to deliver exceptional experiences.
Rob Mangiarelli
Rob Mangiarelli
Job Title:
Chief Executive OfficerHometown:
Colorado Springs, ColoradoGet To Know Rob:
Who was the biggest mentor or inspiration in your career?
An inspiration in my career was Mark Hays. He was my very first General Manager when I worked Night Audit at a Holiday Inn in Colorado Springs. I had just graduated from Stanford, and I was working audit while I was trying to figure out what I wanted to do with my life. Every morning, Mark would come in, have breakfast with the audit team, and talk about business the night before. That's when I first started thinking about hospitality as a potential career and not just a job.
Anneliesse Cooper
Anneliesse Cooper
Job Title:
Chief Human Resources OfficerHometown:
Don’t really have one, as I lived in 5 places by the age of 13Get To Know Anneliesse:
Who was the biggest mentor or inspiration in your career?
One of my most important mentors was my first property Director of HR, right after I finished school and got my first management role. She met with me regularly, got to know me personally, took time to understand my goals and aspirations, and she helped me grow. That was my first real experience with an HR leader, and she made such a connection with me that I was inspired. Even though I continued in operations for some time after, she was the reason I eventually transitioned to HR, so I could strive to support and positively impact others as she had done for me.
Chris Dunne
Chris Dunne
Job Title:
Chief Financial Officer & TreasurerHometown:
Somers, New YorkGet To Know Chris:
Who was the biggest mentor or inspiration in your career?
Just one…to start, it would be my late uncle Ron. He ran his own Hallmark businesses where I worked periodically while growing up. His work ethic, care for people, and entrepreneurial spirit have been instilled as virtues I try to live up to each and every day.
Michael Panzer
Michael Panzer
Job Title:
SVP Capital Investments StrategiesHometown:
Arlington, TexasGet To Know Mike:
Who was the biggest inspiration in your career?
My father has been the biggest influence in my life. He has served as a north arrow; showing me that we are never finished. We can always do more, do it better, grow, learn, and treat people better.
Patrick Ouzts
Patrick Ouzts
Job Title:
General CounselHometown:
Atlanta, GeorgiaGet To Know Patrick:
What is your favorite Atrium core value?
Service stands out to me because it's the heart of hospitality. My role isn't guest-facing, but I see myself as serving our teams so they can focus on making guests feel safe, welcome, and at home.
Kimberly Furlong
Kimberly Furlong
Job Title:
PresidentHometown:
Drums, PennsylvaniaGet To Know Kimberly:
What was your first job in the hotel industry?
My first hotel job was a Front Desk Clerk at the Holiday Inn Hazleton PA. I started working there my senior year of high school and liked it so much that I chose to go to college at Bloomsburg University so I could commute and continue working at the hotel.
Rob Mangiarelli
Rob Mangiarelli
Job Title:
Chief Executive OfficerHometown:
Colorado Springs, ColoradoGet To Know Rob:
Who was the biggest mentor or inspiration in your career?
An inspiration in my career was Mark Hays. He was my very first General Manager when I worked Night Audit at a Holiday Inn in Colorado Springs. I had just graduated from Stanford, and I was working audit while I was trying to figure out what I wanted to do with my life. Every morning, Mark would come in, have breakfast with the audit team, and talk about business the night before. That's when I first started thinking about hospitality as a potential career and not just a job.
Anneliesse Cooper
Anneliesse Cooper
Job Title:
Chief Human Resources OfficerHometown:
Don’t really have one, as I lived in 5 places by the age of 13Get To Know Anneliesse:
Who was the biggest mentor or inspiration in your career?
One of my most important mentors was my first property Director of HR, right after I finished school and got my first management role. She met with me regularly, got to know me personally, took time to understand my goals and aspirations, and she helped me grow. That was my first real experience with an HR leader, and she made such a connection with me that I was inspired. Even though I continued in operations for some time after, she was the reason I eventually transitioned to HR, so I could strive to support and positively impact others as she had done for me.
Chris Dunne
Chris Dunne
Job Title:
Chief Financial Officer & TreasurerHometown:
Somers, New YorkGet To Know Chris:
Who was the biggest mentor or inspiration in your career?
Just one…to start, it would be my late uncle Ron. He ran his own Hallmark businesses where I worked periodically while growing up. His work ethic, care for people, and entrepreneurial spirit have been instilled as virtues I try to live up to each and every day.
Michael Panzer
Michael Panzer
Job Title:
SVP Capital Investments StrategiesHometown:
Arlington, TexasGet To Know Mike:
Who was the biggest inspiration in your career?
My father has been the biggest influence in my life. He has served as a north arrow; showing me that we are never finished. We can always do more, do it better, grow, learn, and treat people better.
Patrick Ouzts
Patrick Ouzts
Job Title:
General CounselHometown:
Atlanta, GeorgiaGet To Know Patrick:
What is your favorite Atrium core value?
Service stands out to me because it's the heart of hospitality. My role isn't guest-facing, but I see myself as serving our teams so they can focus on making guests feel safe, welcome, and at home.
Kimberly Furlong
Kimberly Furlong
Job Title:
PresidentHometown:
Drums, PennsylvaniaGet To Know Kimberly:
What was your first job in the hotel industry?
My first hotel job was a Front Desk Clerk at the Holiday Inn Hazleton PA. I started working there my senior year of high school and liked it so much that I chose to go to college at Bloomsburg University so I could commute and continue working at the hotel.
Alecia Williams-Pierre
Alecia Williams-Pierre
Job Title:
VP Total RewardsHometown:
Brooklyn, New YorkGet To Know Alecia:
Who was the biggest mentor or inspiration in your career?
I have had the pleasure of having my parents as my biggest inspiration. From a very early age, they stressed the importance of obtaining an education, working hard, and maintaining integrity. Through their positive example they demonstrated what one could achieve through hard work, perseverance, and resiliency. In addition, I have had several mentors throughout my career that have served to assist in my professional development and growth. I am genuinely grateful for each of them because I would not be where I am today without the investment of my mentors and the talents and gifts they shared. One of my greatest pleasures is working with young people and assisting them with interviewing skills and preparation to enter the workforce. Through this effort, I am giving back to the next generation of leaders.
"There is no exercise better for the heart than reaching down and lifting people up." John Holmes
LaToya Williams
LaToya Williams
Job Title:
VP Corporate Human Resources and Learning & DevelopmentHometown:
Miami, FloridaGet To Know LaToya:
What is an interesting fact about yourself?
I'm a thrill seeker. I enjoy roller coasters and visited over 20+ theme parks across the United States. My favorite coasters are the X-Flight at Six Flags' Worlds of Adventure, the Incredible Hulk at Universal's Island of Adventures and SheiKra at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. Luckily for me, my husband Larry and sons Lathan and Landon enjoy coasters as much as I do!
Carmilla Stewart
Carmilla Stewart
Job Title:
VP Human ResourcesHometown:
Get To Know Carmilla:
What is an interesting fact about yourself?
I appeared in a BMW commercial.
Heather Gray
Heather Gray
Job Title:
VP Human ResourcesHometown:
Northwest ArkansasGet To Know Heather:
What is your favorite Atrium core value?
Inclusion- I love how everyone has a story. When we listen and learn from one another, it not only makes us better individuals, it makes us a better team.
Kimberly Bell
Kimberly Bell
Job Title:
VP Human ResourcesHometown:
Trinidad and TobagoGet To Know Kimberly:
What was your first job the hospitality industry?
I was a server at the Polynesian Luau in Sea World, Orlando.
Aurelia Thompson
Aurelia Thompson
Job Title:
VP Human ResourcesHometown:
BrazilGet To Know Aurelia:
What is your favorite core value?
Perseverance defines me, I am a highly driven individual, steadfast in my determination to achieve both personal and professional goals.
Bryan Drackett
Bryan Drackett
Job Title:
VP Talent Acquisition & HR TechnologyHometown:
Clearwater, FloridaGet To Know Bryan:
What was your first hospitality job?
I was a Pool Attendant at the Vinoy Resort in St. Petersburg, Florida.
Olivier Gompel
Olivier Gompel
Job Title:
VP FeasibilityHometown:
Paris, FranceGet To Know Olivier:
What was the biggest inspiration in your career?
My first hotel job was working as a translator and culinary assistant at the cooking school at the Ritz Hotel in Paris. I loved the atmosphere so much, being behind the scenes at one the great palace hotels of the world, that I decided to pursue a career in the hotel industry.
Rakesh Gupta
Rakesh Gupta
Job Title:
VP Information TechnologyHometown:
Kolkata, IndiaGet To Know Rakesh:
After I migrated to the US from India as a student at the age of 17, I landed my first job within 72 hours at McDonalds. I continued to work there for 7 years rising to the rank of District Manager and was in charge of 21 restaurants. That was the best crash course in people management anyone could ever have.
Rex Amsler
Rex Amsler
Job Title:
VP FinanceHometown:
Savannah, GeorgiaGet To Know Rex:
What is your favorite Atrium core value?
Teamwork because together we can do all things.
Peter O’Neall
Peter O’Neall
Job Title:
VP Finance & AccountingHometown:
Atlanta, GeorgiaGet To Know Peter:
What is an interesting fact about yourself?
I served in the Peace Corps in The Gambia, West Africa for two years after college.
Derek Marciniak
Derek Marciniak
Job Title:
VP FinanceHometown:
Estes Park, ColoradoGet To Know Derek:
Who was the biggest inspiration in your career?
I grew up with a passion for golf and got into the golf/hospitality world due to the wonderful work of the Head Pro, Mark Miller, at the Estes Park Golf Course. Mark won the 7 News Heroes Who Care Award due to the wonderful work he does in the community to get kids involved in golf.
Brandon Courtney
Brandon Courtney
Job Title:
VP FinanceHometown:
Iowa City, IowaGet To Know Brandon:
Who is your biggest mentor?
My late father, Darrel, he always made it a priority to give back to his community through public service, philanthropy, volunteering, and coaching little league baseball.
Gregory Mena
Gregory Mena
Job Title:
VP Accounting-Capital FinanceHometown:
Aurora, ColoradoGet To Know Greg:
Who was the biggest mentor or inspiration in your career?
My biggest mentor and inspiration is my father, Joe Mena. He is an award winning small business owner and has provided love and support, career guidance, and a shared a passion for business that has been instrumental in my career growth.
Steven Douglas
Steven Douglas
Job Title:
VP Project ManagementHometown:
TennesseeGet To Know Steven:
What is an interesting fact about yourself?
I have hiked over 450 miles of trails in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and stayed at the hike-in only lodge atop Mt Leconte several times.
Mark Deloach
Mark Deloach
Job Title:
VP Assistant General CounselHometown:
Montgomery, AlabamaGet To Know Mark:
Who was your biggest mentor?
My biggest mentor and inspiration is my Grandfather, Albert McKinnon Sr. The wisdom he has shared from his career as a military veteran, law enforcement officer, pastor, and farmer has been a compass for me pointing to the value of hard work, service, and love of family and community. He will always be the answer to the question "who I want to be when I grow up."
Michael Feldman
Michael Feldman
Job Title:
SVP Revenue Management & DistributionHometown:
East Brunswick, New JerseyGet To Know Michael:
Who was your biggest mentor?
My parents inspire me to be the best version of myself everyday and this has driven me to work hard and strive for excellence in my career. Through their perseverance and service, I learned to lead from the heart, support the people I work with unconditionally and settle for nothing short of brilliance. Bill and Janice taught me to find happiness in every situation and that hard work would be rewarded. I am grateful to work in this industry, and more specifically at Atrium Hospitality, surrounded by amazing professionals who encourage inclusion, respect and teamwork to ensure our collective success.
Gissell Moronta
Gissell Moronta
Job Title:
SVP Sales & MarketingHometown:
Santo Domingo, Dominican RepublicGet To Know Gissell:
What inspires you?
Fueled by a relentless pursuit of growth, I see positivity as a superpower. I focus on strong habits, mindfulness, and surrounding myself with uplifting people and ideas. In that journey, I earned a master's degree from Harvard University while managing a full-time career and family, an experience that taught me perseverance and possibility, lessons I now pass to my boys. Above all, I strive to be a holistic wife, mother, and leader, driving results through smart business strategy while inspiring others to become the best version of themselves.
Lars Schrader
Lars Schrader
Job Title:
SVP OperationsHometown:
Frankfurt, GermanyGet To Know Lars:
Brian Allen
Brian Allen
Job Title:
VP Business Intelligence & Operational PlanningHometown:
Jefferson City, MissouriGet To Know Brian:
What is your favorite Atrium core value?
Innovation - this core value reflects my passion for forward-thinking strategies and problem-solving. Innovation represents a commitment to continuous improvement, embracing new technologies, and challenging the status quo to better serve our guests, associates, and communities where we work and live.
Michael Feldman
Michael Feldman
Job Title:
SVP Revenue Management & DistributionHometown:
East Brunswick, New JerseyGet To Know Michael:
Who was your biggest mentor?
My parents inspire me to be the best version of myself everyday and this has driven me to work hard and strive for excellence in my career. Through their perseverance and service, I learned to lead from the heart, support the people I work with unconditionally and settle for nothing short of brilliance. Bill and Janice taught me to find happiness in every situation and that hard work would be rewarded. I am grateful to work in this industry, and more specifically at Atrium Hospitality, surrounded by amazing professionals who encourage inclusion, respect and teamwork to ensure our collective success.
Gissell Moronta
Gissell Moronta
Job Title:
SVP Sales & MarketingHometown:
Santo Domingo, Dominican RepublicGet To Know Gissell:
What inspires you?
Fueled by a relentless pursuit of growth, I see positivity as a superpower. I focus on strong habits, mindfulness, and surrounding myself with uplifting people and ideas. In that journey, I earned a master's degree from Harvard University while managing a full-time career and family, an experience that taught me perseverance and possibility, lessons I now pass to my boys. Above all, I strive to be a holistic wife, mother, and leader, driving results through smart business strategy while inspiring others to become the best version of themselves.
Lars Schrader
Lars Schrader
Job Title:
SVP OperationsHometown:
Frankfurt, GermanyGet To Know Lars:
Brian Allen
Brian Allen
Job Title:
VP Business Intelligence & Operational PlanningHometown:
Jefferson City, MissouriGet To Know Brian:
What is your favorite Atrium core value?
Innovation - this core value reflects my passion for forward-thinking strategies and problem-solving. Innovation represents a commitment to continuous improvement, embracing new technologies, and challenging the status quo to better serve our guests, associates, and communities where we work and live.
Brandi Reed
Brandi Reed
Job Title:
VP Sales & MarketingHometown:
Get To Know Brandi:
What inspires you?
Seeing my team grow and advance in their career paths. The most rewarding experience as a leader is developing others.
Jacki Dudding
Jacki Dudding
Job Title:
VP Sales & MarketingHometown:
Cerritos, CaliforniaGet To Know Jacki:
Who inspires you?
My parents continue to be my greatest inspiration. As immigrants from Costa Rica and Mexico, both arrived in the United States with nothing more than grand dreams of bright futures and endless possibilities. Through incredibly hard work, unshakable faith, grit and perseverance, they modeled strong work ethic and planted early seeds of ambition. They showed me what it is to lead with equal parts discipline, determination and compassion, and they taught me to focus on ensuring the next generation has an even brighter path and future. Living nearby and remaining active and healthy, they continue to show me what a full, vibrant life looks like at every stage.
Kristen Blattert
Kristen Blattert
Job Title:
VP Sales & MarketingHometown:
Wakefield, NebraskaGet To Know Kristen:
Who was the biggest mentor or inspiration in your career?
My greatest mentor and cheerleader is my mom. I learned from a very early age that if you wanted something you had to work hard, show commitment, dedication, and most of all persevere through the challenging times to continue to strive for your goal. My mom was a single parent with six children, and I was the youngest. She was working three jobs as I grew up, so I learned quickly how to problem solve and become independent. My brothers and sisters have been my support channel along the way. My mom continues to keep me balanced when challenges arise, and I am grateful for the foundation she provided and continues to provide today. I strive daily to be the person she aspires me to be.
Isabel Beckett-Smith
Isabel Beckett-Smith
Job Title:
VP Enterprise SalesHometown:
Pittsford, New YorkGet To Know Isabel:
Who inspires you?
It is less about who inspires me and more about what inspires me. What motivates me most is seeing a team gain both momentum and autonomy while maintaining strong, disciplined practices. Watching that shared confidence take hold and seeing them consistently achieve and dominate every goal in front of them is truly inspiring
Roxann Reid-Severance
Roxann Reid-Severance
Title:
VP National SalesHometown:
Palatine, IllinoisGet to Know Roxann:
My favorite Atrium core value is Perseverance. Not only does it include my married name of "Severance," but it speaks to my desire to keep going, keep uncovering, keep growing, keep learning and never stop!
Cindy Laluk
Cindy Laluk
Job Title:
VP Revenue ManagementGet To Know Cindy:
My interest in the hospitality industry began at a young age watching sitcoms such as Love Boat and Fantasy Island. Growing up in a small rural community, I dreamed of hosting important guests on a cruise ship, a tropical island or in a grand hotel. My career has allowed me to arrange accommodations for presidential candidates, legendary musicians and actors (even a childhood crush). The excitement and unpredictability of the industry continue to inspire me today.
Lori Walton
Lori Walton
Job Title:
VP Revenue ManagementGet To Know Lori:
What is an interesting fact about yourself?
Between my husband, daughter and son we only have two dates we celebrate our birthdays. My daughter was born on my husband's birthday (Oct 21st) and my son was born on my birthday (May 21st) . We love to share our celebrations together and have "birthday" clubs with a lot of special memories.
Dee Boscoe
Dee Boscoe
Job Title:
VP Revenue ManagementGet To Know Dee:
Who was your biggest mentor in your career?
My mother is my biggest mentor and inspiration. She didn't go to college until I was in high school and worked very hard to graduate before I started college. Her devotion to her family and community made an indelible impact in my individual and corporate social responsibility. Operating under the values of respect, hard work, perseverance, and love, I've learned that investing in each of our associates is investing in our own future.
Jill Ziemba
Jill Ziemba
Job Title:
VP Food & BeverageHometown:
Adams, MassachusettsGet To Know Jill:
What is an interesting fact about yourself?
I grew up on a farm, with six siblings, baling hay, canning vegetables from the garden and making our own kielbasa.
Steve Ator
Steve Ator
Job Title:
VP OperationsHometown"
Winchester, ILGet To Know Steve:
What is your favorite Atrium core value?
Perseverance because knowing that patience and courage at the right times lead to success.
Peter Komar
Peter Komar
Job Title:
VP Operational ExcellenceHometown:
Johnstown, PennsylvaniaGet To Know Peter:
What inspires you?
Inspiration comes from the new energy of today's generation attacking the same situations our industry has faced over many decades, but doing it better by leveraging new technologies, sifting through dynamic date and through real collaboration and teamwork.
Pablo Zuniga
Pablo Zuniga
Job Title
VP OperationsHometown
Tampa, FloridaGet To Know Pablo
What inspires you?
I enjoy supporting associates in achieving their career goals and helping them reach their full potential.
Sandi Snead
Sandi Snead
Job Title:
VP OperationsHometown:
Kansas City, MissouriGet To Know Sandi:
What is your favorite Atrium Core Value?
Teamwork followed by perseverance - goals are not achieved without teamwork. And without perseverance, I wouldn't be here today.
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