Lore Group has appointed Kristie Rasheed as Managing Director, U.S. Hotels, bringing more than 20 years of hospitality leadership experience to the international hotel group’s growing American portfolio. Announced on October 20, 2026, the appointment will see Rasheed oversee operations at Riggs Washington DC, Lyle Washington DC and Hotel Park Ave NYC.
In her new role, Rasheed will focus on strengthening operational performance, improving financial results and delivering exceptional guest experiences while preserving the individual character of each property. Based in Washington, D.C., she will play an important role in supporting Lore Group’s continued growth across the United States.
Kristie Rasheed Brings More Than 20 Years of Hospitality Experience
Rasheed joins Lore Group with extensive experience in luxury hotels, resorts and vacation rental portfolios, with a career spanning operational leadership, revenue management, business development and financial strategy.
Most recently, she served as Vice President of Operations at Olympia Hospitality, where she oversaw a portfolio of more than 40 hotels. The portfolio included independent properties as well as hotels affiliated with Hilton, Hyatt and Marriott.
During her tenure, Rasheed led regional teams across hotel operations, food and beverage, and facilities management. She also worked closely with property owners and asset managers to improve financial performance, support acquisitions and transitions, and strengthen operational standards across the portfolio.
Her experience managing multiple properties and working with different hospitality brands has given her a broad understanding of the commercial and operational challenges facing today’s hotel industry.
Leadership Experience at The Dewberry and Other Hospitality Brands
Before joining Lore Group, Rasheed served as Managing Director and General Manager of The Dewberry in Charleston, South Carolina.
During her time at the luxury independent hotel, she oversaw day-to-day operations and overall business performance, helping strengthen the property’s market position, financial results and guest experience.
She also held senior positions with Destination Hotels and Resorts and Wyndham Vacation Rentals. These roles helped her develop expertise in revenue optimisation, marketing, sales, business strategy, property transitions and construction across hotels and resorts nationwide.
Her experience across independent properties and larger hospitality portfolios makes her well positioned to lead Lore Group’s U.S. hotels while balancing commercial objectives with each property’s distinct identity.
Driving Growth Across Lore Group’s U.S. Hotel Portfolio
As Managing Director, U.S. Hotels, Rasheed will oversee the operational and commercial performance of Riggs Washington DC, Lyle Washington DC and Hotel Park Ave NYC.
Her responsibilities will include strengthening financial performance, maintaining high service standards, developing effective operational teams and supporting commercial strategies tailored to each property.
A key priority will be ensuring that each hotel remains distinctive while benefiting from strong operational management and a coordinated approach to business performance.
Commenting on the appointment, Lore Group CEO David Taylor highlighted Rasheed’s combination of operational expertise, commercial understanding and experience leading independent hotels. He also emphasised her ability to build strong teams and support the individual character of each property.
The appointment reflects Lore Group’s focus on developing its portfolio while maintaining the design, personality and local connections that distinguish its hotels.
Kristie Rasheed Shares Her Vision for Lore Group
Rasheed expressed enthusiasm about joining Lore Group and contributing to the continued development of its U.S. hotel portfolio.
She said her approach would combine operational discipline with entrepreneurial thinking, while keeping employees, guests and the unique character of each property at the centre of decision-making.
Her priorities include translating Lore Group’s hospitality vision into memorable guest experiences, sustainable profitability and long-term growth.
With experience spanning luxury hospitality, independent hotels and large-scale operations, Rasheed brings a leadership perspective that connects guest satisfaction with financial performance and business development.
Education and Industry Recognition
Rasheed holds a Bachelor of Science in Hotel, Restaurant and Tourism Management from the University of South Carolina. She is also a Certified Revenue Management Executive (CRME), reflecting her expertise in revenue strategy and commercial performance.
Beyond her executive roles, she has contributed to the wider hospitality industry through professional leadership and community involvement.
She previously served as President of the Charleston Hospitality Association and was a member of the Board of Directors for the College of Charleston’s School of Hospitality and Tourism.
Her professional achievements also include being recognised by the Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI) as Revenue Management Executive of the Year for North America.
These accomplishments underline her experience in hospitality leadership, revenue management and industry development.
About Lore Group
Lore Group is an international hospitality company that designs, transforms and manages a collection of distinctive hotels, restaurants and bars across Europe and the United States.
The company places design, creativity and a strong sense of place at the heart of its hospitality approach. Each property is developed around its own identity, character and connection to the surrounding neighbourhood.
Led by Creative Director Jacu Strauss and its in-house design team, Lore Studio, the group focuses on thoughtful design, cultural relevance and memorable guest experiences.
Its portfolio includes Pulitzer Amsterdam, Kimpton De Witt Amsterdam, Sea Containers London, One Hundred Shoreditch, Riggs Washington DC, Lyle Washington DC and Hotel Park Ave NYC.
With Kristie Rasheed appointed as Managing Director, U.S. Hotels, Lore Group strengthens its leadership team as it continues to develop its American portfolio, enhance operational performance and deliver distinctive hospitality experiences across its properties.
