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Robert M. Riddell, C.H.A.
Expertise
I can be of assistance with any Hotel industry questions relating to the operation and management of Limited Service, Full Service and Botique hotels.
Experience in the area
Over 20 years in Hospitality and Service Management, Hotel General Management, Property Management, Food and Beverage Management, Supervision of Commercial Renovations,Sales and Marketing, Human Resources,Accounting, Recruiting and Consulting, Staff Training and Development.
Organizations
International Institute of Modern Butlers, Professional training in culinary, Property management and preservation, construction management, hotel management. Certified Hotel Administrator, CHA, Convention Management and Services, On-Site Real Estate Management, Certified Recruiter.
Awards and Honors
Several Awards and recognition from International Hotel Companies such as Marriott Corporation and Choice Hotels International.
Past/Present Clients
Most recent: 2006-present National Hotel Management Company, managing Full Service Franchised Hotels, Boutique Hotels and Select Service Hotels.
What do you like about this subject?
The lack of routine, no two days are ever alike.
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response T = Timeliness P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | T | P | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richard | 06/30/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you! I will definitely follow through ..... |
| Kirby | 04/08/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you so much! Answered my question ..... |
| Chuck | 04/05/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you very much for your response ..... |
| William | 12/29/08 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you. |
| Adam | 12/04/08 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | You're the best,that is like the ..... |
Recent Answers from Robert M. Riddell, C.H.A.
2009-11-06 New Job:
Hi Shelby, In my opinion, I'd go ahead and take the job. Get some time in the new position under your belt and play it by ear. Although it is an important position, If you take some time off over the
2009-10-15 Careers in Hospitality/ Property Mgmt & Salaries:
Hello Daminika: Your range of hourly wages is pretty accurate. Sad but true. Beginning salary ranges are from 18k to 35k range and of course higher for experience in the industry. I do not have any links
2009-07-30 CHA certification:
Hello Charles, my company was glad to pay for my certification. It attests to their high standards and professionalism. I'd find it strange that any hotel company would not offer to pay for the successful
2009-06-30 Opportunities:
Hello Richard, Sure, I think there would be opportunities for a well trained professional in any full service hotel, Resort or Spa that offers health and wellness programs. I'd suggest looking on-line
2009-05-12 Sonesta hotel organziational chart:
Dear Wanda, I have no idea! Every organization has different organizational structures that work for them. Why don't you ask them? I'm sure they would not mind sharing "if they knew you were a student"
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