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About Slate Hospitality Group

Beginning as an independent owner/operator, Slate Hospitality Group has grown due to its success implementing creative marketing strategies and combining them with exceptional customer service programs.

Fusing development services with operational support, Slate Hospitality Group is positioned to contribute to every aspect of a hotel. From a conceptual idea to an existing, mature property, we can assist with any facet specific to your needs.

Our Team

Meet the team behind Slate Hospitality Group.

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CFO & Owner

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Kim has served as the Chief Financial Officer of SHG Companies, LLC since its conception in 2007. With over 15 years experience working in the hospitality services industry...

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VP of Operations

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:Stephanie Brooks has been working in hotels since 1997. With over 18 years’ experience in the hotel business, Stephanie has worked in many facets of...

Julie H
VP of Regional Management

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Julie Hellman brings extensive knowledge of the current client base in the Midwest market to her position as a Regional Manager with SHG. Having...

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Director of Sales & Marketing

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Tony is a growth-focused sales and marketing leader with a career rooted in building strong relationships and turning strategy into results.

Regional Director of Operations

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Regional Director of Operations

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Brandon's journey in hospitality began at a 111-room Hampton by Hilton in Central Nebraska, where he joined the team...

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Regional Director of Operations

Lisa B

Lisa began her 21-year career as a travel agent working for American Express and became and agency manager...

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Regional Director of Operations

Corey M

Corey began his career in the hospitality industry in 2012, becoming a Front Desk Supervisor shortly after graduating...
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Director of Property Support and Revenue Management

Tara M

Tara joins SHG with a diverse background in hotel management, sales and marketing, and team building. Getting her start in the hotel industry in 1992, Tara has held numerous ...

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Regional Director of Operations

Wendy P

Wendy has dedicated the majority of her career to the hospitality industry, starting in 1992 as a Guest Service Agent...

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Director of Onboarding & Openings

Amanda R

Amanda’s journey in hospitality started at a young age assisting her parent’s family business of running...

Cara R
Regional Director of Operations

Cara R

Cara brings over 30 years of experience in the hospitality industry to the SHG team. Cara began her career as a...

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Regional Director of Hotel & Restaurant Operations

Heidi S

Prior to joining SHG as Regional Director Heidi was the General Manager for the Cobblestone Hotel & Suites of Chippewa Falls & Wissota Chophouse. Heidi also worked ...

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Regional Director of Operations

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Sean Vanger is a passionate hospitality leader with over two decades of experience shaping guest experiences and ...

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Regional Director of Operations

Cindy W

Cindy started her journey into hotel management back in 2021, when she was hired on  as a housekeeper...

Property Support

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Property Support Manager

Ben B

Ben began his hospitality journey over five years ago at the front desk, where he quickly discovered a passion for...

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Property Support Manager

Karen D

Karen has a strong background in Customer Service.  She was a Nursing Assistant for 24 years and...

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Property Support Manager

Angela H

Angela started her hospitality journey during college at Village East & West in Okoboji, IA. She obtained...

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Property Support Manager

John M

John began his hospitality career 20 years ago as a night auditor and guest service associate....

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Property Support Manager

Stephanie W

Stephanie is a Property Support Manager with a strong background in hospitality and property operations....

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Property Support Manager

Billi H

Billi Huston brings plenty of hands-on operations experience and a great track record in hospitality management...

Accounting

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Accounting Team

Shelly B

Shelly has extensive expertise in the disciplines of administration and accounting. Prior to...

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Accounting Assistant

Marian K

Marian holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting from the University of Wisconsin...
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Senior Staff Accountant

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Sarah brings fifteen years of bookkeeping and financial experience with her. Earlier that year, Sarah earned ...

Food & Beverage

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Task Force Chef

Tyler B

Ty grew up in a household of chefs and restaurant owners, so hospitality...

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Restaurant Property Support

Bonnie D

Before joining the Brand and Task Force Team, Bonnie worked as a manager of the Stevens Point Wissota Chophouse...

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Task Force Chef

Kevin G

Kevin Gay has dedicated over 40 years to the restaurant and hospitality industry, showcasing his culinary...

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Task Force Chef

Michael H

Michael first realized his passion for hospitality and food & beverage after working as a manager for a fast-food restaurant after High School. After moving back to his...
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Task Force Chef

Kyle M

Kyle brings a thoughtful, hands-on approach to every kitchen. As lead grill cook and butcher at Brandin Iron Steakhouse...

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Regional Director of Hotel & Restaurant Operations

Heidi S

Prior to joining SHG as Regional Director Heidi was the General Manager for the Cobblestone Hotel & Suites of Chippewa Falls & Wissota Chophouse. Heidi also worked ...

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Task Force Chef

Tyler S

Chef Tyler joined the SHG team in 2017 at Wissota's flagship restaurant, the Wissota Chophouse...

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Director of Food and Beverage

Jeremy T

Jeremy's background of over 31 years in the service industry chronicles a longtime passion for culinary arts...
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