Stephen Hennis
Company: Hotelogy
Bio
Stephen Hennis has over 30 years of experience in the analysis of lodging real estate investments and hotel industry research. Over his career, he has analyzed over 1,000 lodging facilities, and has been involved in the underwriting, negotiation, acquisition and disposition of over $10 billion in luxury hotels and resorts. Prior to establishing Hotelogy, Steve oversaw the successful launch and expansion of STR’s consulting arm. Previously, he was Managing Director of Hospitium, a lodging advisory firm specializing in acquisitions and developments of luxury properties. Steve also served as Vice President of Hospitality Investments for Lowe Enterprises and Destination Hotels & Resorts where he worked on acquisitions, dispositions and development projects. Steve began his career at HVS where he was Vice President and Director of Research, and also held positions at Marriott International, Caesars World, and the award-winning Castle Marne bed & breakfast.
Mission Statement
To provide exceptional services to our clients to facilitate their ability to make timely, intelligent business decisions.
Geographic Areas
United States, Caribbean, Canada, Mexico
Expertise
Feasibility studies, market studies, acquisition targeting, strategic planning, investment underwriting, due diligence, market research, facilities recommendations, pro forma analysis, appraisals, and analytical model development
Professional Memberships
Appraisal Institute, Urban Land Institute, American Hotel & Lodging Association
Speaking Engagements
ALIS, NYU Hotel Investment Conference, CHRIS, Caribbean Travel Marketplace, The Lodging Conference, Hotel Data Conference, HAMA, HSMAI, AAHOA, Hospitality Law Conference, NSAA, Denver Hospitality Summit, Northwest Hotel Investment Forum
Representative List of Clients
Rockbridge Capital, McWhinney Real Estate, Paul G. Smith Associates, Snyder Nationwide, Carpenter & Company
Education
Unversity of Denver, Fritz Knoebel School of Hospitality Management. BSBA with Honors. Hotel, Restaurant & Tourism Management.