Condé Nast Traveler calls this new property “an artsy Texas hotel inspired by the monarch butterfly's migration path through the city,” so you won’t want to miss its flight into Rotary with Zachry Hotel Group’s VP-Operations, Richard Slutter.
Richard provides strategic leadership for the company’s portfolio of full-service and luxury Hilton-branded hotels, including the newest property at Hemisfair, the Monarch. In this role, he oversees hotel operations, financial performance, guest satisfaction, revenue optimization, and organizational development while helping position the company for future growth.
About Richard Slutter
With more than two decades of hospitality leadership experience, Richard has held executive positions with leading hospitality organizations, including Driftwood Hospitality Management, where he oversaw the operations and development of their Lifestyle & Luxury Hotel Collection including Ritz Carlton and Park Hyatt. Throughout his career, Richard has earned a reputation for improving hotel performance, enhancing guest experience, and creating long-term value for owners through disciplined operational execution and strategic leadership. He is passionate about developing people, fostering cultures of service excellence, and driving innovation across hotel operations.
