PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island—StepStone Hospitality announced that Jeff Miller has been named chief development officer. Miller is responsible for leading business development efforts and is focused on continuing to expand the StepStone Hospitality portfolio, which currently includes 40 hotels totaling more than 6,500 guest rooms.
Statements From Leadership
“This position is dedicated to continuing to expand on our foundation and strategic growth strategy, through both management transition and acquisition opportunities,” said Thomas Russo, founder and executive chairman, StepStone Hospitality. “We are delighted to have someone with Jeff Miller’s skill set and industry experience to fill this important role.”
“We are very excited to have Jeff join the StepStone family,” said Blair Wills, StepStone Hospitality’s President and Chief Executive Officer. “His experience, knowledge and passion for the industry combined with his leadership approach make him a great fit in our StepStone culture.”
Additional Details
Miller most recently served as vice president of business development at Aimbridge Hospitality. While at Aimbridge, he successfully negotiated hotel management agreements for more than 30 properties.
Before the Prism/Aimbridge merger in 2022, Miller held leadership roles at Prism Hotels & Resorts, where he played a key role in business development as well as overseeing 10+ hotels as a vice president of sales. Early in his career, Miller served in senior sales leadership roles with Interstate Hotels & Resorts, TPG Hospitality, HEI Hotels, and White Lodging.
