Brian Behler
Regional Operations Manager at The RedWater Collection- Claim this Profile
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Sarah Flikkema
Brian is such a positive role model and mentor. He is engaged, warm, fun and brilliant. Working alongside Brian will cause you to raise your standards and his upbeat attitude is contagious. I enjoyed working with him so much I followed him to another property as did many people.
Douglas R Kessler, CTA
A mentor, a coach, a friend. For just over a year, I had the privilege of reporting directly to Brian as his Assistant General Manager at Embassy Suites by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown. During this time, we worked closely together to open Embassy Suites, source the best talent we could find, and build the reputation of our brand in Grand Rapids. When I say, "the privilege", I truly mean it. Brian never has a bad day. He's incredibly in-tune to his team - always coaching them both personally and professionally. His ability to connect with people has created loyalty that will last a lifetime. His professionalism within the city and the organizations he's involved with have paid dividends to our brand. Brian understands the importance of culture, how vital work-life balance is, and the tenderness of how every personality is different from the next. My time working for Brian was absolutely remarkable and the lessons he taught me will last a lifetime. Brian is a true asset to any organization he touches.
Sarah Flikkema
Brian is such a positive role model and mentor. He is engaged, warm, fun and brilliant. Working alongside Brian will cause you to raise your standards and his upbeat attitude is contagious. I enjoyed working with him so much I followed him to another property as did many people.
Douglas R Kessler, CTA
A mentor, a coach, a friend. For just over a year, I had the privilege of reporting directly to Brian as his Assistant General Manager at Embassy Suites by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown. During this time, we worked closely together to open Embassy Suites, source the best talent we could find, and build the reputation of our brand in Grand Rapids. When I say, "the privilege", I truly mean it. Brian never has a bad day. He's incredibly in-tune to his team - always coaching them both personally and professionally. His ability to connect with people has created loyalty that will last a lifetime. His professionalism within the city and the organizations he's involved with have paid dividends to our brand. Brian understands the importance of culture, how vital work-life balance is, and the tenderness of how every personality is different from the next. My time working for Brian was absolutely remarkable and the lessons he taught me will last a lifetime. Brian is a true asset to any organization he touches.
Sarah Flikkema
Brian is such a positive role model and mentor. He is engaged, warm, fun and brilliant. Working alongside Brian will cause you to raise your standards and his upbeat attitude is contagious. I enjoyed working with him so much I followed him to another property as did many people.
Douglas R Kessler, CTA
A mentor, a coach, a friend. For just over a year, I had the privilege of reporting directly to Brian as his Assistant General Manager at Embassy Suites by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown. During this time, we worked closely together to open Embassy Suites, source the best talent we could find, and build the reputation of our brand in Grand Rapids. When I say, "the privilege", I truly mean it. Brian never has a bad day. He's incredibly in-tune to his team - always coaching them both personally and professionally. His ability to connect with people has created loyalty that will last a lifetime. His professionalism within the city and the organizations he's involved with have paid dividends to our brand. Brian understands the importance of culture, how vital work-life balance is, and the tenderness of how every personality is different from the next. My time working for Brian was absolutely remarkable and the lessons he taught me will last a lifetime. Brian is a true asset to any organization he touches.
Sarah Flikkema
Brian is such a positive role model and mentor. He is engaged, warm, fun and brilliant. Working alongside Brian will cause you to raise your standards and his upbeat attitude is contagious. I enjoyed working with him so much I followed him to another property as did many people.
Douglas R Kessler, CTA
A mentor, a coach, a friend. For just over a year, I had the privilege of reporting directly to Brian as his Assistant General Manager at Embassy Suites by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown. During this time, we worked closely together to open Embassy Suites, source the best talent we could find, and build the reputation of our brand in Grand Rapids. When I say, "the privilege", I truly mean it. Brian never has a bad day. He's incredibly in-tune to his team - always coaching them both personally and professionally. His ability to connect with people has created loyalty that will last a lifetime. His professionalism within the city and the organizations he's involved with have paid dividends to our brand. Brian understands the importance of culture, how vital work-life balance is, and the tenderness of how every personality is different from the next. My time working for Brian was absolutely remarkable and the lessons he taught me will last a lifetime. Brian is a true asset to any organization he touches.
Credentials
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Certified Hotel Administrator (CHA)
AHLEI - American Hotel & Lodging Educational InstituteJun, 2019- Nov, 2024 -
Online CPR/AED and First Aid Combo Course
American Red Cross
Experience
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RedWater
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United States
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Hospitality
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1 - 100 Employee
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Regional Operations Manager
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Jul 2021 - Present
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Director Of Project Development
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Mar 2020 - Jul 2021
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Embassy Suites Grand Rapids Downtown
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United States
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Hospitality
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1 - 100 Employee
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General Manager
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2018 - Nov 2019
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JW Marriott
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Hospitality
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700 & Above Employee
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General Manager
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2007 - 2018
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Trans Inns Management Company
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Hospitality
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1 - 100 Employee
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Regional Director Of Operations / Sales
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Jan 2001 - Feb 2007
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Hospitality Specialists, Inc.
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United States
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Hospitality
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director of Operations / Vice President of Sales & Marketing
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Feb 1999 - Aug 2004
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Education
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Davenport University
Bachelor's degree, Business Administration and Management, General