Orlando-based Kessler Collection has formed a strategic alliance with real estate investment and management company Highgate to create Kessler Hospitality, a luxury and lifestyle hotel management platform. No further details were released.
This partnership aims to combine Kessler’s creative capabilities with Highgate’s experience in growing revenue, operating hotels and disciplined investment execution. Kessler’s property-level employees and key corporate leaders will transition to Highgate’s new Kessler Hospitality division.
The two companies are looking to gain ground in the luxury and lifestyle segments while enhancing value. Highgate manages a portfolio of luxury, lifestyle, full- and select-service hotels globally.
Under this alliance, Highgate will assume management of several hotels in the United States, including:
- The historic Casa Monica Resort & Spa in St. Augustine, Fla., a Moorish Revival landmark that blends timeless architecture, curated art and modern luxuries.
- The JW Marriott Savannah (Ga.) Plant Riverside District, a transformative mixed-use development that has redefined the city’s hospitality landscape.
- The Grand Bohemian Lodge Greenville, S.C., overlooking Falls Park and centerpiece of the city’s cultural and social scene.
“Our mission has always been to create inspired guest experiences rooted in artistry, individuality, and purpose,” Kessler Collection President Mark Kessler said in a statement. “When we looked for a partner to help us take the Grand BohemianR brand into its next chapter, Highgate stood out. Their operational discipline, deep revenue expertise, and ability to leverage technology to improve oversight and profitability made them the clear choice to complement our creative vision and expand our portfolio.”
“This alliance brings together two industry leaders with a shared vision for creativity, excellence, and growth,” said Richard Russo, principal, Highgate. “By combining Kessler’s creativity and design-forward sensibility with Highgate’s investment acumen and operational expertise, we’re creating meaningful long-term value for these exceptional assets and setting a new standard for performance in the luxury and lifestyle space. We’re proud to welcome many talented Kessler team members to Highgate — their vision and ingenuity further strengthen our platform and reinforce Highgate’s ability to lead in this important area of hospitality.”
“White-label management is often described as a customized approach, yet what’s frequently delivered feels standardized. At Highgate, we take a fundamentally different view. We build tailored platform solutions with partners like Kessler that align with each organization’s unique objectives and amplify their strengths, unlocking enduring value. We look forward to our association with Kessler and to forging new alliances with like-minded organizations that share our vision for innovation, empowering us to continually evolve our platform, drive best-in-class results, and shape the future of hospitality.”