"With more than 60 years of experience, our founder is a seasoned leader in hospitality development and management. His unwavering passion for the industry began in the mid-1960s when he established Western International, successfully launching an independent hotel chain in the Pacific Northwest and developing several key properties for Ramada. "
By the 1990s, Gene had shifted his focus to an exclusive partnership with Hilton and Marriott. This expertise culminated in the founding of Texas Western Hospitality in 2001, a company dedicated to best-in-class hotel management and operations.
Today, Texas Western Hospitality manages 34 properties under the Hilton and Marriott brands. Our rapid growth is a testament to Gene’s enduring vision and the same passion for hospitality that drives our entire team.
Western International is founded
Begins exclusive partnership with Hilton and Marriott
Recognized as Marriott’s “Developer of the Year”
Establishes Texas Western Hospitality and Received Marriott’s Prestigious “Partnership Circle Award
Completes development of its 100th property
Again, named Marriott’s “Developer of the Year”
Honored as Hilton’s “Developer of the Year”
Received Hilton Full Service Connie Award
Develops its first Home2 Suites by Hilton
Again recognized with Hilton Full Service Connie Award
Marriott Revenue Management Above Property Team of the Year
Enters the Florida hospitality market
Marriott International - Partnership Circle Award
Celebrates 60 years of excellence in the hospitality industry