Lodging Dynamics Hospitality Group has recently announced the appointment of Kristie Byrd to its leadership team as the new Vice President of Sales. This move further strengthens its commitment to organizational growth and operational excellence.
In her new role, Byrd will be tasked with developing and executing strategic sales initiatives, identifying market trends, setting and achieving revenue goals, leading performance-driven sales teams, analyzing data to inform strategy, overseeing pricing initiatives, and implementing ongoing training programs.
A proven leader in hospitality sales
Kristie Byrd has more than 29 years of experience in the hospitality industry, with an extensive background in sales strategy and leadership across independent, lifestyle, full-service, extended stay, and select-service properties. She has worked with major hospitality brands such as Marriott, Hilton, Choice, Hyatt, and IHG.
Throughout her career, Byrd has excelled at driving business growth, cultivating strong client relationships, and leading high-performing, award-winning teams. As a certified facilitator across multiple hospitality disciplines, she is also passionate about mentoring emerging talent and fostering leadership development.
Jamie Caraher, President and CEO of Lodging Dynamics, said, “As Lodging Dynamics continues to expand our portfolio and evolve in an increasingly competitive landscape, strategic sales leadership has never been more vital. Kristie’s strategic mindset, deep industry expertise, and proven ability to drive performance make her an exceptional addition to our leadership team. Her appointment highlights our ongoing investment in top-tier talent to drive innovation, growth, and excellence across our properties.”
