Hospitality veteran brings 20+ years of leadership experience to strengthen portfolio performance and operational excellence
GREENVILLE, S.C. – September 30, 2025 – Hospitality America, a leading hotel management company based in Greenville, South Carolina, has announced the appointment of Ryan Sistare as its new Vice President of Operations. A 20-year hospitality veteran, Sistare joins the company with an exceptional track record of driving performance and leading large-scale hotel portfolios across the United States.
General Managers across Hospitality America’s portfolio gathered at the company’s headquarters this week to welcome Sistare—a move that marks a pivotal step in enhancing the organization’s operational leadership and growth strategy.
“Ryan’s track record speaks for itself,” said Ben Campbell, CEO of Hospitality America. “His ability to drive performance across diverse hospitality assets, combined with his passion for culture and people, will be instrumental as we continue elevating operations and delivering value to our guests, team members, and ownership partners.”
A Proven Hospitality Leader
Sistare brings extensive operational experience, having managed hundreds of hotels and resorts nationwide across extended-stay, luxury, and lifestyle segments. Most recently, he served as Vice President of Operations at Peachtree Group, where he oversaw P&L for more than 105 assets valued at over $1 billion.
His career includes senior leadership roles with HEI Hotels & Resorts, Schulte Hospitality Group, and GF Management, where he successfully opened new properties, led major transitions, and consistently delivered strong financial and guest satisfaction results.
“What initially drew me to Hospitality America was the quality of its assets located in high-performing markets,” Sistare said. “But what truly sets this company apart is its culture and its commitment to excellence and integrity.”
Strategic Vision for Growth and Innovation
In his new role, Sistare will oversee operational strategy across Hospitality America’s expanding portfolio, with a near-term focus on stabilizing performance, optimizing revenue growth, and enhancing guest experience.
Long-term, he aims to strengthen company culture, develop leadership talent, and leverage technology and AI-driven tools to improve efficiency and decision-making.
“Hospitality America is leading by embracing innovation,” Sistare explained. “We’re modernizing systems and integrating AI into daily operations to empower our managers and position each property for success.”
Building for the Future
Sistare emphasized collaboration with General Managers and corporate leadership to align on shared goals and drive consistent performance across all properties.
“By aligning our leaders and reinforcing accountability, we can deliver meaningful results and position our portfolio for long-term success,” Sistare added. “This is an exciting time to be part of an organization that values both people and performance.”
