Founder & Chief Executive Officer
Michael Gibson
Michael Gibson’s story in the hospitality industry is one of hard work, honesty, and ethical progression. Starting as a restaurant cook, Michael found his passion for the hospitality industry while gaining invaluable experience only offered to those who begin at the bottom of the ladder. He went on to open over forty upscale restaurants in Tennessee, Texas, and California.
Corporate Team
Guido Kerpel
CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER
Executive Team
Guido is a performance-driven leader and globally recognized senior hospitality executive with 30 years of producing exceptional results. He is a seasoned sales, marketing and operational expert with...
Sunni Wells
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
Executive Team
As CFO, Sunni oversees all aspects of accounting, financial analysis, investments and real estate development. She works closely with the executive team and senior leadership on the financial operations and strategic growth of the company....
Joe Grieco
Chief Development Officer
Executive Team
Joe began his 30-year career in hospitality while attending the University of Tennessee Restaurant Management program. He has held numerous positions in the hospitality industry, each with new challenges
Melissa Poma
Vice President of Human Resources
Executive Team
Melissa joined GHMI as the Director of Human Resources in 2013. Melissa’s role focuses on compensation, benefits, training & development as well as staffing for a team of over 600 employees across four states. Prior to joining the GHMI family, Melissa spent 5 years as the...
Michelle Arline
Vice President of Sales and Marketing
Executive Team
Michelle oversees the sales and marketing strategies at M Gibson Hospitality Ventures. She works directly with the GHMI sales teams and property ownership groups to set, meet, and often exceed sales revenues and contributes to the overall profitability...
Jeremy Ruperto
Senior Regional Director of Operations
Jeremy oversees most of Gibson Hotel Management’s Marriott products. Jeremy provides leadership to General Managers to drive exceptional results through a people-oriented culture.
Michael Parisi
Regional Director of Operations
Michael is a native-New Yorker and began his hospitality career working and managing some of New York's most famous eateries. The list includes...
Heath Robinson
Regional Director of Operations
As Regional Director of Operations, Heath provides leadership to General Managers to drive exceptional results through a people-oriented culture...
Christian Gornto
Corporate Revenue Manager
Christian’s hospitality experience began at Gibson Hospitality in 2021. He has worked in various positions such as front desk, Office Manager, Assistant GM and has experience ...
Andy Hime
Director of Project Management
Andy met and worked with Mr. Gibson at the Holiday Inn World’s Fair Park in 1999. He became the general manager of Gibson Hotel Management (GHMI’s) property, Holiday Inn Express in Alcoa from
2012 through 2014. ...
Justin Dawes
Corporate Risk Manager
Justin grew up immersed in the hospitality industry, gaining invaluable experience through his family’s business. In 2025, he earned his MBA in Finance...
Denise Moseley
Corporate Development Administrator
Denise joined GHMI as the Corporate Development Administrator. Denise’s role focuses ...
Cathy Presley
Financial Administrator/Office Manager
Cathy joined Gibson Hotel Management in 2024 and brings an administrative background and uses her aptitude for organizational structure in evaluating operational enhancements. She...
Allison Benge
Human Resources-Benefits/Payroll Manager
With a Human Resource, Payroll, and Benefits career spanning 13+ years, Allison joined the Gibson Hotel Management team...
Kiarah Childress
Human Resources Generalist
As the Human Resources Generalist at Gibson Hotel Management, Inc., Kiarah brings experience in background checks, recruitment, compliance, employee relations, and culture initiatives that strengthen...
Darrell Short
Director of Accounting
Darrell came to GHMI with experience in the hotel industry since 1987 in his hometown of Morristown, TN. He worked with the brands of Ramada Inn, Best Western and Holiday Inn (IHG) and held positions of Night Auditor...
Ryan Stewart
Accounts Payable Supervisor
Ryan is responsible for all corporate and hotel accounts payable. Ryan contributes his success for efficient operations to his passion for quality control. Ryan was recruited in 2013 and came to GHMI with experience in banking...
Anna Scales
Dual General Manager
Anna is the General Manager of the new Staybridge Suites in Pigeon Forge. She also assists corporate operations at various IHG properties within the Gibson Hotels portfolio...
Annie Gordon
Dual General Manager
Elizabeth Bradley
Dual General Manager
Elizabeth began her career in Lebanon, TN and moved to the Cookeville area and held positions such as front desk, sales roles, front office manager...
Mo Abou
Dual General Manager
Mo Abou is the Dual Manager for Cambria Pigeon Forge and Home2 Suite in Alcoa. Mo has a bachelor’s degree in economics and accounting. Mo’s extensive experience began...
Kathie Moore
Dual General Manager
Area Director of Sales
Vanessa Colpaart
Vanessa’s passion for sales began early, from childhood lemonade stands to owning a hotel in her early twenties. Her background in massage therapy left her with a mastery in building...
Area Director of Sales
Kimberly Frakes
Kiki joined GHMI 8 years ago and has been in her current role of Area Director of Sales since September 2021. She enjoys coaching and supporting the team for continued success...
Area Director of Sales
Faith Ramsey
Faith comes to Gibson Hotel Management Inc with experience as a Sales Coordinator, and Sales Manager in the Knoxville market. She is passionate about...
Task Force General Manager
Jennifer Acker
Jennifer’s goal is to continue her career path by growing and advancing at GHMI while achieving excellence in the brands and guest experience. She aspires...
In Loving Memory
Alicia Bersin
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Alicia was responsible for purchasing Furniture, Fixtures, and Equipment for all new construction hotels, renovation projects associated with product improvement plants, and targeted hotel refurbishment endeavors...