Company Research Report: White Lodging

Company Overview

Name

White Lodging

Mission of the Company

White Lodging aims to provide significant and sustainable value and genuine care for associates, guests, and the community. It focuses on creating exceptional hospitality experiences through service, food, and design-forward projects.

Founding Details

• Founded: 1985

• Founder: Bruce White

Key People

• Beth White: Chair

• Jean-Luc Barone: Chief Executive Officer

• Chris Anderson: Executive Vice President, Chief Commercial Officer

• David Lanterman: Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer

• Laura Brouk: Senior Vice President, Chief Revenue Officer

Headquarters

701 E 83rd Avenue, Merrillville, Indiana 46410

Number of Employees

No information is available.

Revenue

No information is available.

Known For

White Lodging is known for being one of the country’s largest privately held hospitality companies, developing, owning, and operating premium brand, market-leading hotels, scratch-made restaurants, and award-winning rooftops in urban markets.

Products

Hotels

• White Lodging develops and manages more than 50 hotels across brands like Marriott, Hyatt, Hilton, and independent labels, focusing on urban and lifestyle properties.

• Key locations include Austin, Chicago, Denver, Nashville, Indianapolis, and Louisville.

Restaurants

• A portfolio of 50 from-scratch kitchen concepts ranging from fine steakhouses to rooftop bars.

Features

• Hotels: High-end amenities, modern design, large meeting spaces

• Restaurants: Locally relevant, award-winning culinary experiences and rooftop bars

Recent Developments

Expansion and Renovations

• AustinPlace: Became the largest single collection of Marriott hotels in Texas, offering over 220,000 square feet of meeting space.

• Hotel Trinity, Austin: Groundbreaking of a 258-room Autograph Collection hotel is underway.

• San Antonio Developments: Renovation of the Plaza San Antonio Hotel & Spa and opening of the Kimpton Santo Hotel, both receiving high recognition for blending historical preservation with modern luxury.

New Partnerships

White Lodging has partnered with REI Real Estate for the development of the Hotel Trinity in Austin.

Awards & Recognition

• White Lodging is ranked #3 by J.D. Power in guest satisfaction.

• Received the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award in 2024.

Summary

White Lodging is a prominent player in the hospitality industry, focusing on developing and managing premium hotels and restaurants. The company leverages its extensive experience in urban markets to deliver high-quality, experiential services enriched with cultural and historical elements. Recent expansions and renovations highlight its commitment to growth and innovation within the industry.