First Hospitality Group Hires GM at Ohio Hotel
Casey Illig at the Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus-Easton Area
March 13, 2014 - Rosemont, Illinois-based First Hospitality Group, Inc. (FHG) announced today that it has hired Casey Illig as the new general manager at the 145-room Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus-Easton Area. First Hospitality Group, Inc. President and COO Robert Habeeb made the announcement.
Illig brings more than 15 years of hospitality management experiences, which include serving in a variety of leadership roles such as director of sales, assistant general manager and general manager. Most recently, Illig served as director of sales at the Hilton Garden Inn & Hampton Inn - Columbus Airport. In her new role, Illig will utilize her skills in budgeting, forecasting, profit and losses, guest service scores and brand quality assurance management.
“I am pleased to welcome Casey to the First Hospitality Group team,” said Habeeb. “Her proven leadership and expertise are aligned with our values and will fit in well with our vibrant Columbus presence. I am confident that Casey will create an outstanding guest experience at the Hampton Inn & Suites, while working to support FHG's overall business goals.”
The Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus-Easton Area, recipient of a 2013 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence Award, is just steps away from Easton Town Center which contains some of the best dinning, shopping and nightlife in Columbus. The hotel has meeting space for up to 60 people, an indoor pool and spa, a 24-hour business center, and provides a free airport shuttle.
First Hospitality Group, Inc. is a national, experienced, and established hospitality management, and development company serving the investment and real estate industries. Since 1985, FHG has been an award-winning pioneer in the hospitality industry. FHG has successfully developed, marketed and managed over 16 brands and 55 properties throughout the Midwest. Visit www.fhginc.com.
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