Davidson Hospitality Group · 2 months ago
Vice President, Acquisitions and Business Development
US-GA-Atlanta
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
8+ years expDavidson Hospitality Group is a dynamic and innovative hospitality management company based in Atlanta, Georgia, seeking a high-impact Vice President of Acquisitions & Business Development. In this strategic role, you will drive acquisitions and growth by sourcing and evaluating investment opportunities while building relationships with key industry stakeholders.
Hospitality
No H1B
Responsibilities
Drive acquisitions and growth by sourcing and evaluating marketed and off-market hotel investment opportunities, management contracts, and strategic partnerships
Lead financial analysis including underwriting, modeling, valuation, due diligence, and investment decision materials for internal and external stakeholders
Develop and maintain relationships with owners, brokers, private equity firms, lenders, franchise partners, consultants, and key industry contacts
Create and present high-quality investment materials, proposals, and pitch decks to senior leadership, partners, and prospective clients
Partner with the CIO and executive leadership to shape long-range growth strategies and identify high-value opportunities across all verticals
Analyze performance of existing assets to maximize returns and support owner relations
Oversee, mentor, and develop analysts and associates, including bi-annual reviews and coaching on modeling, deal analysis, and best practices
Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, Finance, Development, and Senior Management teams to ensure alignment on deal strategy and execution
Manage multiple complex transactions simultaneously, prioritizing business needs and maintaining accuracy under tight timelines
Relocate to Atlanta within 3–6 months and work onsite 3–4 days per week, with 25–50% travel as needed for acquisitions, partner meetings, and property visits
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required (Hospitality, Real Estate, Finance, or Business preferred); MBA is a plus
8–12 years of experience in hotel real estate acquisitions, hospitality business development, investment analysis, or a related field
Advanced proficiency in financial modeling, underwriting, valuation, and market analysis
Deep knowledge of hospitality real estate, operations, debt/equity structures, and asset management fundamentals
Experience with transactional processes including PSAs, HMAs, franchise agreements, TSAs, loan agreements, due diligence, and closing documentation
Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills with the ability to articulate complex financial concepts to diverse audiences
Demonstrated ability to build and sustain relationships with owners, equity partners, industry stakeholders, and internal leadership
Experience leading and developing analysts and associates, with a passion for teaching and elevating team performance
Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial, high-growth environment
Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, and online research tools
High integrity, strong judgment, collaborative mindset, and a desire to drive meaningful, strategic impact
Benefits
Multiple Tiers of Medical Coverage
Dental & Vision Coverage
24/7 Teledoc service
Free Maintenance Medications
Pet Insurance
Hotel Discounts
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays).
401K Match
Company
Davidson Hospitality Group
Davidson Hospitality Group is a hospitality industry.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Thom Geshay
CEO & President
Recent News
2025-10-22
2025-07-07
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