LBA Hospitality Hires Regional Director of Operations

John Koss appointed Eastern regional director of operations
LBA Hospitality, a full-scale hotel management, development and consult- ing firm, has named John Koss as the new regional director of operations for its Eastern region.
In his role, Koss will oversee day-to-day operations, financial management, human resources, guest service and associate development for 13 of LBA's hotels across Georgia and Florida.
“Koss is a key addition to our team,” said President Beau Benton.“We know his 25 years of experience in the hospitality industry will enable him to take our properties to new heights.”
Koss looks to build upon LBA's commitment to providing the best possible guest experience.“I'm excit- ed to be a part of LBA, as it has an exceptional track record of developing associates to give outstanding guest service,” Koss said.“To me, the customer is always right, and I ensure the associates I train maintain that dedication to our clients.”
A seasoned hotelier, Koss most recently served as Corporate Training and Development Manager for MCR Development LLC. In addition to his duties at LBA, he serves as a member of the Melbourne Re- gional Chamber of East Central Florida.
About LBA Hospitality Founded in 1973, LBA Hospitality is a full-scale hotel management, development and consulting firm. With more than 60 properties in 10 states, LBA Hospitality is the premier hotel developer for the Southeast. For more information, visit www.lbahospitality.com.
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