Neel Desai shapes the overall corporate strategic growth of LTD, specifically overseeing property management and profitability of the portfolio. He delivers organizational structure and leadership to LTD’s management team, while executing LTD’s operations and development strategies.

Mr. Desai’s expertise has garnered his inclusion on various Owners’ Advisory Councils for the hotel franchise community, including Starwood Hotels and Marriott International. He earned a Bachelor’s degree in Finance and Accounting from George Mason University, and an MBA from Old Dominion University.

Mr. Desai joined LTD in 1998 and has worked in all facets of hotel operations including accounting, sales and marketing, and revenue management. He is also a member of the Young President’s Organization (YPO) Virginia Chapter. Neel is also a board member of Vistage, a CEO advisory group that pairs leading executives with seasoned CEOs who share their passion and expertise to help make their businesses better.

Neel Desai shapes the overall corporate strategic growth of LTD, specifically overseeing property management and profitability of the portfolio. He delivers organizational structure and leadership to LTD’s management team, while executing LTD’s operations and development strategies.

Mr. Desai’s expertise has garnered his inclusion on various Owners’ Advisory Councils for the hotel franchise community, including Starwood Hotels and Marriott International. He earned a Bachelor’s degree in Finance and Accounting from George Mason University, and an MBA from Old Dominion University.

Mr. Desai joined LTD in 1998 and has worked in all facets of hotel operations including accounting, sales and marketing, and revenue management. He is also a member of the Young President’s Organization (YPO) Virginia Chapter. Neel is also a board member of Vistage, a CEO advisory group that pairs leading executives with seasoned CEOs who share their passion and expertise to help make their businesses better.

Malay Thakkar spearheads LTD’s financial administration and strategy, including the management of investor and lender relations for the company. He also oversees treasury, risk & tax functions, and analysis & compliance.

Since joining LTD in 1998, Mr. Thakkar has held key management roles within Operations and Finance & Development, making him a multi-skilled leader. His expertise is forging key strategic partnerships to foster long-term growth.

Mr. Thakkar serves on various bank boards and committees throughout the region. He holds degrees from George Washington University (MBA), Thomas Jefferson University (MS), and the College of William and Mary (BA).

Malay Thakkar spearheads LTD’s financial administration and strategy, including the management of investor and lender relations for the company. He also oversees treasury, risk & tax functions, and analysis & compliance.

Since joining LTD in 1998, Mr. Thakkar has held key management roles within Operations and Finance & Development, making him a multi-skilled leader. His expertise is forging key strategic partnerships to foster long-term growth.

Mr. Thakkar serves on various bank boards and committees throughout the region. He holds degrees from George Washington University (MBA), Thomas Jefferson University (MS), and the College of William and Mary (BA).

KIMBERLY SCHLICK works closely with the Managing Principals, members of the Corporate Leadership Team, and senior leaders within the Group’s hotel portfolio. She provides strategic direction and oversight for operational, sales, and human resources functions, as well as implements LTD’s mission, core values, policies/procedures and strategic plan. Schlick has been a valued part of LTD’s leadership team since 1998, with a successful track record of goal achievement and premium market share results, and effectively developing plans and goals to promote LTD’s continued portfolio attainment and growth.

Kim began her hospitality career in 1990, after earning her Bachelor’s degree from Old Dominion University. Prior to becoming part of the LTD family, she worked for Marriott International, holding various management positions in sales and operations for eight years.

Kimberly Schlick works closely with the Managing Principals, members of the Corporate Leadership Team, and senior leaders within the Group’s hotel portfolio. She provides strategic direction and oversight for operational, sales, and human resources functions, as well as implements LTD’s mission, core values, policies/procedures and strategic plan. Schlick has been a valued part of LTD’s leadership team since 1998, with a successful track record of goal achievement and premium market share results, and effectively developing plans and goals to promote LTD’s continued portfolio attainment and growth.

Kim began her hospitality career in 1990, after earning her Bachelor’s degree from Old Dominion University. Prior to becoming part of the LTD family, she worked for Marriott International, holding various management positions in sales and operations for eight years.

Sam Bean is responsible for developing solution-based sales development approaches for large volume producing accounts, as well as implementation of portfolio-wide sales strategies.

As an award-winning, results-oriented sales and marketing professional, Sam is experienced in all areas of business development, major account sales, account management and associate training.

Sam is currently serving her second two-year term on the board for the Global Business Travel Association. She also serves as Administrator of the Communications and Social Media Committee for WINiT (Women in Travel). Sam earned her GBTA Masters Level Certification from UVA’s Darden School of Business, her Global Travel Professional (GTP) designation, and her Marriott Access Edge Coach Certification.

Sam Bean is responsible for developing solution-based sales development approaches for large volume producing accounts, as well as implementation of portfolio-wide sales strategies.

As an award-winning, results-oriented sales and marketing professional, Sam is experienced in all areas of business development, major account sales, account management and associate training.

Sam is currently serving her second two-year term on the board for the Global Business Travel Association. She also serves as Administrator of the Communications and Social Media Committee for WINiT (Women in Travel). Sam earned her GBTA Masters Level Certification from UVA’s Darden School of Business, her Global Travel Professional (GTP) designation, and her Marriott Access Edge Coach Certification.

Rob Sanders oversees all Revenue Management functions for LTD’s portfolio and ensures that strategies are aligned with the company’s vision and direction.

He brings over 20 years of experience in regional and sales leadership positions with premiere hospitality management companies, representing brands like Marriott, Starwood, Hilton, Choice Hotels, and IHG. This exposure offers a unique ability to blend top-level client management and over-arching sales strategy with multi-brand revenue leadership.

Rob has a BS in Business Administration and has completed executive education programs with Cornell University.

Rob Sanders oversees all Revenue Management functions for LTD’s portfolio and ensures that strategies are aligned with the company’s vision and direction.

He brings over 20 years of experience in regional and sales leadership positions with premiere hospitality management companies, representing brands like Marriott, Starwood, Hilton, Choice Hotels, and IHG. This exposure offers a unique ability to blend top-level client management and over-arching sales strategy with multi-brand revenue leadership.

Rob has a BS in Business Administration and has completed executive education programs with Cornell University.

Scott Farrar joined LTD as the General Manager for SpringHill Suites/Norfolk and was quickly promoted to Regional Director of Operations. Currently, he holds the position of Vice President of Operations.

Scott has over 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry, and earned his BSBA in Finance from Longwood University. Prior to LTD, he was employed by Goldkey PHR Hotels and Resorts for 13 years and was the GM of the Ramada Virginia Beach Oceanfront and Mahi-Mah’s Seafood Restaurant.

Scott Farrar joined LTD as the General Manager for SpringHill Suites/Norfolk and was quickly promoted to Regional Director of Operations. Currently, he holds the position of Vice President of Operations.

Scott has over 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry, and earned his BSBA in Finance from Longwood University. Prior to LTD, he was employed by Goldkey PHR Hotels and Resorts for 13 years and was the GM of the Ramada Virginia Beach Oceanfront and Mahi-Mah’s Seafood Restaurant.

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Robert Neill is responsible for overseeing the hotel portfolio facilities and maintenance. Bob’s wealth of experience includes the oversight of all capital expenditures, renovations, purchasing, and quality assurance. He has over 20 years of high-level industry experience with new hotel construction and all facets of hotel engineering. Robert was named the IHG Chief Engineer of the Year in 2003 and was the recipient of LTD’s Founders’ Award in 2016.

Robert Neill is responsible for overseeing the hotel portfolio facilities and maintenance. Bob’s wealth of experience includes the oversight of all capital expenditures, renovations, purchasing, and quality assurance. He has over 20 years of high-level industry experience with new hotel construction and all facets of hotel engineering. Robert was named the IHG Chief Engineer of the Year in 2003 and was the recipient of LTD’s Founders’ Award in 2016.

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Alisha Britt oversees all accounting functions within LTD’s portfolio. She is dedicated to continuous improvement and innovation in the accounting field, passionately enhancing her expertise and contributing to the profession through innovative practices, research, and mentoring new talent. Her vision for the future of accounting focuses on breaking new ground and fostering a space where innovation thrives.

Alisha holds a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and a bachelor’s in Accounting, providing her with a strong foundation in finance.

Alisha Britt oversees all accounting functions within LTD’s portfolio. She is dedicated to continuous improvement and innovation in the accounting field, passionately enhancing her expertise and contributing to the profession through innovative practices, research, and mentoring new talent. Her vision for the future of accounting focuses on breaking new ground and fostering a space where innovation thrives.

Alisha holds a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and a bachelor’s in Accounting, providing her with a strong foundation in finance.

Takita Jones currently oversees the daily accounting functions of LTD, acting as the liaison between the hotel accountants and the corporate accounting team. She is known for her dedication and leadership in this role.

Takita’s journey in hospitality began in 2010 as a front desk associate at the Residence Inn Norfolk Airport. She quickly moved up to front desk supervisor and then to Hotel Accounts Administrator for the Residence Inn and Springhill Suites Norfolk.

Takita is always striving to excel and lead by example, making her a valued member of the team.

Takita Jones currently oversees the daily accounting functions of LTD, acting as the liaison between the hotel accountants and the corporate accounting team. She is known for her dedication and leadership in this role.

Takita’s journey in hospitality began in 2010 as a front desk associate at the Residence Inn Norfolk Airport. She quickly moved up to front desk supervisor and then to Hotel Accounts Administrator for the Residence Inn and Springhill Suites Norfolk.

Takita is always striving to excel and lead by example, making her a valued member of the team.