Dolly Parton’s Songteller Hotel, Nashville Welcomes Shannon Foster as General Manager
Dolly Parton's highly anticipated SongTeller Hotel is pleased to announce the appointment of Shannon Foster as its General Manager. Foster joins the team as the property builds momentum for its grand opening, slated for 2026. In her new role, Foster will oversee all aspects of the hotel's operations, optimizing business development, financial performance and spearheading both guest and host experiences through elevated programming and activations.
"We are thrilled to welcome Shannon to the SongTeller Hotel team as her proven leadership, operational expertise and passion for creating unforgettable guest experiences makes her the perfect fit to help bring Dolly's vision to life," said William R. Doyle III, senior vice president of hospitality, Herschend Family Entertainment. "We're excited to have her lead our team as we prepare to open a destination that celebrates Dolly Parton's legendary career and signature Southern hospitality."
With over a decade of experience in the hospitality industry, Foster brings a wealth of expertise and leadership to this exciting new venture. Most recently, Foster served as Vice President of Operations for Hotel Equities, Greenwood Hospitality Division, where she oversaw several lifestyle properties under the Hilton and Marriott brands. As a long-time Nashville resident, Foster has also held executive roles at two of the city's most esteemed properties: Noelle and Holston House hotels.
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