Andy Peters Named GM of Wynfrey Hotel in Birmingham, AL
BIRMINGHAM, AL, February 23, 2009 - Officials of Davidson Hotel Company (DHC), one of the nation's largest hotel management companies, today announced that Andy Peters has been named general manager of the 329-room Wynfrey Hotel in Birmingham, Ala. In his new role, he is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the hotel.
"Now more than ever, hotels require leaders with the skills and experience to motivate staff and provide guests with top quality services," said Patrick Lupsha, Davidson's chief operating officer. "Andy is a 34-year veteran in the hospitality industry and has been a Davidson regional vice president for the past six years. He has first-hand experience in navigating through difficult economic conditions and is the right person to guide The Wynfrey Hotel during the challenging times we are experiencing."
Earlier in his career, Peters held a variety of F&B positions, including director of food standards at Marriott Headquarters. Since joining Davidson in 1995, he has served as director of
food and beverage, regional vice president of operations and general manager of the Hilton Eugene & Conference Center in Oregon. Peters has a degree in Food Service Administration from the State University of New York College at Buffalo.




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