Rodd Hotels & Resorts Hospitality Management

Company Profile

As Atlantic Canada’s largest privately owned hotel chain, Rodd Hotels & Resorts has earned a reputation for developing, managing, and operating a wide variety of successful properties throughout the region. Rodd Hotels & Resorts are known as a solid rational management company that augment both the profitability and image of the properties under its umbrella. Our experienced management team, along with our extensive relationships in the hospitality industry allows us to optimize our hotel performances.

Properties & Brands

Rodd Hotels & Resorts has 9 locations throughout Prince Edward Island, Nova Scotia and New Brunswick.

Company History

Rodd Hotels & Resorts was founded by two newlyweds, Wally & Sally Rodd in 1935.. read more

Rodd Hotels & Resorts Management Team

Up until 1992, Rodd Hotels & Resorts had been operated under the sole direction of its President & CEO, David Rodd. With the growth of the organization came the need to develop a highly skilled head office. David realized in the early 1990's that the company could no longer be a "one man show" and now consists of Ian Hurst, President & CEO, and Jeff Young, CFO, along with a head office management team consisting of a regional and national sales force, marketing team, human resource management, quality assurance and accounting. The team is dedicated to setting and maintaining standards of excellence and is a cornerstone to the sound operational management of its assets.

Sales & Marketing

Rodd Hotels & Resorts pride itself in its expertise and focus on increasing hotel revenue. Comprehensive marketing plans work in concert with target sales programs. Our sales team is lead by a Director of Sales and has a regional and national sales team of eight – each working on his/her targeted clients and/or territory. The Corporate sales team is specialized in meetings and convention business, motorcoach, FIT, vacation packages and leisure travel.

The marketing team work closely with each property to develop a unique selling approach while increasing revenues through a solid network of media relation, marketing, advertising promotions, database management, and e-marketing.

Food and Beverage

Rodd Hotels & Resorts manage a variety of food and beverage outlets. From golf clubhouses to fine dining to intimate lounges to sports bars, our experience provides broad expertise in the areas of restaurant and lounge concepts, food presentation and cost control to improve profitability. We can provide you with national buying power from companies such as Ecolab, Pepsi, and Sysco to name a few.

Hotel Construction and Renovations

Rodd Hotels & Resorts have experience and expertise in both taking a hotel from concept to opening, as well as, restoration and renovation services to meet local demands. We are prepared to work with your team to provide everything from market research and project financing to overseeing the construction or renovation project.

Legal and Financial

Centralized accounting and financial planning are crucial to any properties success. The Rodd Hotels & Resorts team range from the full service of a Chartered Accountant and Certified General Accountant to a well-educated and committed support staff. We maintain the necessary relationships to facilitate daily operations, property sales, financing for renovations, expansions and new property acquisition.

Rodd Hotels & Resorts have a close relationship with a full legal department to protect owners’ investments from hotel operation liabilities. These may include guest safety, financial concerns, franchise relations and other matters that may jeopardize a property’s successful operations.

Human Resource Development

The centralized Human Resource department of Rodd Hotels & Resorts provides all aspects in the hiring and training of staff. Our training ensures high levels of productivity in all facets of hotel operations. Our company develops comprehensive employee manuals. Employees are required to participate in training whether it is individualized or departmental offered on a regular basis or as required.

Why Rodd Hotels & Resorts

1. The People – Rodd Hotels & Resorts is the management company you can trust. We have over 60 years of success within the industry and will work directly with you to ensure your property’s success.

2. Sales & Marketing – Rodd Hotels & Resorts provide you with a sophisticated sales and marketing force ready to profile your property in the marketplace.

3. Net Operating Incomes – Rodd Hotels & Resorts are industry leaders in the region on profitability.

4. Fee Structure – Rodd Hotels & Resorts will develop with you a management agreement based on performance. We get paid when your property succeeds.

5. Food & Beverage – Rodd Hotels & Resorts have expertise in the development, operating and profiting in a full array of dining outlets.

6. Affiliations – Rodd Hotels & Resorts are connected in all aspects of the hospitality industry.

7. Centralized Purchasing – Rodd Hotels & Resorts provides national buying power for all your management needs

8. Centralized Accounting – Full service accounting including payroll, receivable/payable and financial statement preparation and analysis.

9. Construction and Renovation Services – Rodd Hotels & Resorts are leaders in new development, acquisitions and renovations.

10. Legal and Risk Management Services – Rodd Hotels & Resorts In-house professionals and partners will aid you in reducing your legal and insurance costs.

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