Retro Hospitality Company Research Report

Company Overview

• Name: Retro Hospitality

• Mission: To deliver exceptional, personalized guest experiences while preserving the rich heritage and unique character of each property under its management.

• Founded: 2011 by Paul Cooper

• Headquarters: 23 W. Broad Street, Suite 302, Richmond, Virginia 23220

• Key People:

• Paul Cooper, Principal, Chief Executive Officer

• Bree Brostko, Chief Operating Officer & Head of Brand Strategy

• Dan Stevens, Chief Financial Officer

• Russ Savrann, In-House Legal Counsel

• Katie Campbell, Vice President of Sales, Marketing & Head of Partnerships

• Chris Giacchi, Corporate Human Resources Director

• Sarah Campbell, Project Manager, Opening and Onboarding

• JR Martinez, Area Director of IT

• Heather Kern, Corporate Administrative Assistant

• Samantha Green, Corporate Marketing Intern

• Number of Employees: No information is available

• Revenue: No information is available

• Known For: Specialization in consulting and managing independent, boutique hotels and creative food and beverage concepts, with a focus on revitalizing and celebrating local charm.

Products and Services

Boutique Hotels

Retro Hospitality oversees a collection of upscale boutique hotels known for their modern amenities combined with historic charm. Their offerings include:

• The Bee Hotel:

• Location: Danville, VA

• Description: A vibrant, eclectic boutique hotel located in Danville's Historic River District, opened in 2020 within historic buildings that once served as newspaper headquarters.

• Key Features: Stylish accommodations, gorgeous rooftop views, and a welcoming atmosphere.

• The Holbrook Hotel:

• Description: Opened in 2023, a historic hotel located at the crossroads of Danville’s historic Old West End and Holbrook-Ross neighborhoods.

• Key Features: Restored mid-century modern design, spacious rooms, listed on National Register of Historic Places.

• The Lofts at Downtown Salem:

• Description: Located in Salem, VA, this upscale lodging is in a repurposed historic building first built as an automotive dealership in 1924.

• Key Features: Spacious loft-style accommodations, Main Street location with nearby cultural and shopping experiences.

Recent Developments

• Recent Growth:

• Retro Hospitality has expanded its portfolio with three new properties: The Bee and The Holbrook in Danville, VA, and The Lofts at Downtown Salem in Salem, VA.

• This expansion has made Retro Hospitality the largest operator of independent boutique hotels within Virginia.

• Partnerships:

• Collaborated closely with Ed Walker and Ina Dixon in the development of the new hotel properties along with Bob McDonald, hotel asset manager, and the hotel general managers Madison Eades and Emily Bane.

• Engagement with Communities:

• Retro Hospitality maintains a strong community focus, engaging with local communities in Danville and Salem to enhance the guest and team member experience.

Summary

Retro Hospitality's key strength lies in its ability to combine modern hospitality practices with the unique characteristics of historic properties. Its leadership in the boutique hotel industry is reinforced by its recent expansions and community-centric business strategies.