Area Vice President of Operations
Kyle Loftin is a hospitality executive with more than 20 years of experience in hotel operations, revenue management, and food & beverage leadership. He is known for his analytical approach to hotel performance and his ability to build strong leadership teams that deliver consistent results for hotel owners and brand partners. Kyle began his hotel management career with Starwood Hotels & Resorts as part of the opening leadership team for the Aloft Jacksonville Airport He joined Expotel Hospitality in 2012 as General Manager of the South Beach Hotel & Suites, an upscale independent boutique property, before transitioning into corporate leadership roles focused on revenue strategy and multi-property operations across both branded and independent hotels. Today, as Area Vice President of Operations, Kyle oversees multiple hotel assets within Expotel's portfolio, working closely with ownership groups and on-property leadership teams to improve operational performance, drive financial results, and execute capital improvements. He regularly collaborates with ownership groups on asset and capital strategies that support the long-term positioning of hotel investments. Kyle also contributes to the development of internal operational systems, reporting tools, and leadership training programs across the company while supporting Expotel’s growth initiatives, including new development, repositioning projects, and strategic partnerships. Kyle holds a degree in Mathematics and brings a strong analytical mindset to hotel operations. He and his wife, Ali, live in the Greater New Orleans area with their three children — Kale, Hazel, and Leone. Outside of work, he enjoys golf, spending time outdoors with his family, and following Louisiana sports. He is an avid New Orleans Saints fan and a season ticket holder for LSU Football.
Regional Director of Operations
Todd began his career in the hotel industry in 1993 where he started in the Maintenance Department and eventually worked his way to General Manager. Todd has worked with Full Service and Select Service Hotels such as Hilton, Marriott, Best Western and Holiday Inn during his 30 years in the industry. Having held positions from General Manager, Assistant General Manager, Director of Sales and Marketing, and Chief Engineer, Todd’s experience covers all aspects related to the Hospitality industry and brings a unique perspective to the Expotel family. Todd’s influence in the industry extends to serving on travel-related association boards and advisory councils, including Jefferson Convention Visitors Bureau, Economic Development Committee of Kenner Lousiana, and The Maritime Museum of Louisiana.
Corporate Director of Human Resources
She joined Expotel in December 2005 as a Human Resources Manager and moved up to Area Director of Human Resources in 2013. Kellie brings over 16 years of experience in HR. Kellie previously comes from the Hotel/Restaurant industry and started her hospitality career as a Bartender working her way through college. She continued in the Restaurant industry throughout college holding various management positions and took her first HR position in 2001.
Kellie graduated from the University of New Orleans with a bachelor's degree in History and a bachelor's degree in Sociology. She earned her Professional in Human Resources (PHR) in 2011.
Kellie's passion for Human Resources comes from a strong desire to always make the Team Member feel that they matter and to always "Do the Right thing" everyday.
Kellie is a life-long resident of New Orleans area and the mother of two children.
Area Director of Sales and Marketing
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Corporate Regional Controller
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Corporate Accountant
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Corporate Task Force – Hotel Operations
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Area Sales Coordinator
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Corporate Task Force – Engineering
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