Timeline
Explore the visual timeline of Expotel Hospitality: from its owner-led founding in 1999 to national hotel management leadership and major industry approvals.
Expotel Hospitality is founded in New Orleans by David Burrus, George Newton III, and Darryl Berger, Sr.—with a purpose to maximize asset value and bring an owner-first mindset to hotel management
First select-service hotel under Expotel management, expanding portfolio beyond boutique projects
Expotel becomes approved operator for Hilton Hotel Group, marking the start of major branded partnerships
Achieves national footprint with operations in multiple states; team of award-winning hospitality professionals
Receives IHG, Marriott, Wyndham, and Choice approvals—Expotel emerges as a trusted strategic third-party operator
Begins co-investment in select hotel deals, improving owner alignment and reinforcing its ownership-centric culture
Deploys proprietary IBM Cognos Business Intelligence platform for real-time transparency and performance analytics
Expotel’s leadership team grows; stability, vested ownership, and innovation shape new service verticals
Hospitality Evolved: Expotel recognized for its owner-first approach, advanced data systems, stable leadership, and proven results
