Ron Olstad appointed general manager of the Hyatt Regency Milwaukee
The Hyatt Regency Milwaukee today announced the appointment of career hotelier, Ron Olstad, as general manager of the 481-room/18-suite, downtown hotel located adjacent to the city’s Wisconsin Center.
Known for his growth management expertise, Olstad brings vast operational and development experience to his latest endeavor, enhancing service levels at the well-regarded marquee hotel in the nation’s heartland. Previously, Olstad was a principal in a management consulting firm providing interim operational leadership for hotels in transition. Earlier in his career, he served in an asset management capacity for a portfolio of properties transitioning from trophy independent resorts to the Waldorf Astoria brand and spent 25 years in operational leadership, as well as in sales and marketing roles with Westin Hotels for both hotels and resorts.
“The Hyatt Regency Milwaukee is the ideal combination of outstanding, contemporary product and a committed staff in a superior location with numerous demand drivers,” said Olstad. “Leading this property and streamlining its operation to deliver an enhanced level of service to our business and leisure guests will no doubt prove to be a career highlight.”
Located at 333 West Kilbourn Ave., the recently renovated Hyatt Regency Milwaukee is conveniently located adjacent to the city’s state-of-the-art convention center, the Wisconsin Center, and just minutes from the Bradley Center, Miller Park, Lake Michigan and the Milwaukee Art Museum. The city’s premier business hotel features 20,000 square feet of meeting space, a full service, 24-hour business center and Wi-Fi throughout the location.
Bistro 333, a casual, fresh market style restaurant, Bar 333 and the great room lobby round out the guests’ complement of dining choices.