LBA Hospitality, an Alabama–based hotel management company, today announced that Jackie Hymel, general manager of the Delta Hotels by Marriott Ashland Downtown has been awarded General Manager of the Year by the Delta Hotels brand.
The prestigious award recognizes the individual who provides outstanding leadership and contributions to the hotel's overall success as well as being actively engaged in their community. Because of Jackie's leadership and attention to detail the Delta Hotels by Marriott Ashland Downtown has been ranked in the top 10 Delta Hotels in the United States and Canada.
With over 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Hymel has been the general manager of the Delta Hotels by Marriott Ashland Downtown since its opening in July of 2019. During this time, she has provided daily coaching to team members in every department on how to improve their jobs to make themselves and the hotel better and she's ensured that her team stays within budget and provides exemplary service to the guests.
"Jackie is an exceptionally talented leader who epitomizes success and seeks greatness from her team," said Farrah Adams, COO of LBA Hospitality. "Jackie is loved by the staff for her open-door policy and for always being the first to volunteer when an associate has a problem. All of us at LBA Hospitality congratulate Jackie for this well-deserved recognition!"