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Meet Our Team

Charles Leddy, Chief Executive Officer

Charles Leddy

Chief Executive Officer

Charles Leddy is an accomplished and proven business leader, with over 20 years of executive management experience with some of the world’s leading companies, including McKinsey & Company and Starbucks Corporation. Prior to taking on executive-level roles, Charles established his foundational capabilities in corporate finance (investment banking), corporate M&A and accounting. Responsible for the overall leadership and corporate strategy of Presidian, he is an expert in project feasibility, corporate finance, marketing, strategic planning, acquisitions and general management. Charles graduated with academic distinction from the Darden Business School at the University of Virginia, where he formerly served on the Corporate Advisory Board. He holds an undergraduate degree in Business Administration & Accounting from Washington and Lee University.

Jeanette Mosley, Chief Financial Officer

Jeanette Mosley

Chief Financial Officer

Jeanette Mosley has over 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry, specializing in finance, accounting, risk management, insurance, treasury management and collections. Experienced in banking relationships with emphasis on cash mobilization, Jeanette maintains banking and investor relationships for Presidian as well as supervising the financial reporting of the company. A Certified Public Accountant and a Certified Treasury Professional, Jeanette has been recognized by the Honors Program of the Association for Financial Professionals. Jeanette received a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance from The University of Texas at San Antonio.

Geoffrey Bley, Chief Development Officer

Geoffrey Bley

Chief Development Officer

Geoff Bley has 20 years experience in real estate development, financing, construction management, operation and sales.  Mr. Bley has lead the development of several large scale projects and has created successful development ventures through careful analysis of economic viability and identification of market opportunities.  Prior to joining Presidian, Mr. Bley directed diverse portfolios of hospitality, commercial and residential developments for several private entities.  Responsible for Presidian’s overall development and acquisition activities, Geoff is a hospitality specialist with significant experience in negotiating a wide variety of partnership structures, Public-Private partnerships, capital structures and development agreements.  He is a graduate of the Real Estate Council of San Antonio’s Leadership Development Program and currently serves on the Board of Directors for the San Antonio Independent School Foundation.  Geoff holds a degree from Washington College in Business Management and Psychology.

Emily Zinn, Director of Sales and Marketing

Emily Zinn

Director of Sales and Marketing

Emily Zinn is an accomplished sales veteran with over 20 years of experience with some of the most admired hotel management companies in the United States. Emily entered the industry in 1996 while earning her B.S. in Hospitality Management. She has lead successful sales teams within hotels ranging from 88 to 300 rooms across the franchisor spectrum including Hilton, IHG, and Marriott brands. Emily brings sales and marketing knowledge from full-service, select-service and extended-stay hotels and she has used her experiences to build and coach high-performing sales teams. She contributes her success to a team of strong mentors and is passionate about developing future sales leaders.

Natalia Delgado-Rao, Director of Revenue Management

Natalia Delgado-Rao

Director of Revenue Management

Natalia Delgado-Rao is a seasoned hospitality professional with over 25 years of experience in the hotel industry. Though she began her career in operations, she found her niche in revenue management and has pursued that passion for over 20 years. An expert in Marriott and Hilton brands, she has worked with full-service, focus-select-service, and extended-stay hotels from small-town markets to the large convention city of Las Vegas to maximize their revenues, optimize their mix of sales, and assist the hotel teams with the best strategic decisions for their properties. Before joining the Presidian family in 2019, Natalia developed strategies for portfolios with franchise partners and Marriott International. She received a Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Administration from Florida State University.

Tom Green, Director of Strategic Initiatives

Tom Green

Director of Strategic Initiatives

Tom Green is an awarded teacher and coach, and a former Vice President of Operations for one of the most recognized catering and event companies in the state of Texas. With years of experience in the education and catering fields, Tom understands and models the values of effective team leadership, coaching and mentoring, honesty and trustworthiness. His mission is to help inspire as many people as he can with a focus on the works to inspire everyone to become the best versions of themselves.

Anna Long, Director of Culture & Talent

Anna Long

Director of Culture & Talent

Anna Long has invested over 20 years in the hospitality industry with brands such as Marriott, Hilton, and IHG as well as independent boutique/resort properties.  Anna actually began her hospitality career with Presidian in 1999 as a Banquet Server while she was in college!  She then went on to gain industry experience serving in various roles such as General Manager, Director of Sales, & Director of Human Resources, before coming back to Presidian in 2016.  As the Director of Culture & Talent at Presidian Hotels & Resorts, Anna strives to maintain a clear focus on what really drives the organization: our people.  She is inspired by helping our team members reach their career aspirations through leadership development & training, meaningful mentorship, associate recognition, and more!

Garrett Nelson, Regional Director of Operations

Garrett Nelson

Regional Director of Operations

Garrett Nelson is a hospitality industry veteran with experience working with brands such as Marriott, Hilton and IHG. He has served in various roles in the industry and has a passion for teaching proven processes and procedures to our leaders.  As a General Manager, Garrett was recognized with several awards including the Hilton Lighthouse Award, the Presidian Bravo Award, and the Guest Service Award for finishing the year ranked number 9 in the Hilton Brand in Overall Satisfaction.  Garrett brings experience, knowledge and sustained success in all segments of the business.

Drew Fossler, Marketing Specialist

Drew Fossler

Marketing Specialist

Drew Fossler joined the Presidian Hotels & Resorts team in 2019 and his responsibilities include the support, coordination, and execution of marketing initiatives. Drew majored in management and received a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Nebraska–Lincoln.

Steve Kirkland, Corporate Controller

Steve Kirkland

Corporate Controller

Steve Kirkland is a hospitality veteran with over 15 years in the industry. He entered in 2003 as a Night Auditor with Westmont Hospitality and was later promoted to Assistant Controller. In 2008, Steve started with White Lodging in accounts receivable and ultimately became their Director of Finance. Prior to joining Presidian in 2017 as Corporate Controller, he worked with Remington Hotels as Director of Finance, having begun in 2015. Steve holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting from Texas State University.

Jennifer Cronin, Staff Accountant

Jennifer Cronin

Staff Accountant

Jennifer Cronin has over 14 years of experience as a Staff Accountant. At Presidian, she has provided accounting support to the entire portfolio of hotels. Jennifer assists hotels in the monthly accounting functions and in producing financial statements for owners, along with a variety of accounting functions for Presidian Corporate and the CFO. She has also worked at the La Mansión del Rio, an Omni property, as the Credit Manager and was responsible for collecting on AR accounts for the Omni La Mansión del Rio and the Mokara Hotel & Spa, both properties located on the San Antonio River Walk.

Jacque Heath, Staff Accountant

Jacque Heath

Staff Accountant

Jacque Heath entered the hospitality industry in 2006, with Presidian, after serving in the U.S. Navy. She began at the Canyon of the Eagles resort in Burnet, TX as a Front Desk Agent for the hotel and a Server in the restaurant. She took a break from the industry in 2010 to earn her degree. After earning a degree in Business Technology with a focus in accounting, Jacque spent a year in the accounting field before rejoining Presidian in 2016. After various roles with Presidian managed properties throughout the years, ranging from Front Desk Agent up to General Manager, Jacque is now a Staff Accountant at Presidian Corporate.

Maria Sanchez, Staff Accountant & Office Administrator

Maria Sanchez

Staff Accountant & Office Administrator

Maria Sanchez has over 15 years of experience as an Administrative Assistant. Maria transitioned to a position as an Accounting Administrative Assistant providing administrative support to the CFO and to the Accounting Department. She is experienced in providing banking and insurance support for Presidian, and in 2019 joined the Accounting Department as a Staff Accountant to assist with the accounting functions for Presidian’s portfolio of hotels. Maria is also the Office Administrator for Presidian’s Corporate Office.

Jacob Palans, Operations Support Manager

Jacob Palans

Operations Support Manager

Jacob Palans joined the Presidian family in 2018 as an intern assisting in revenue management reporting. He is a 2019 graduate of The University of Texas at San Antonio with a degree in Marketing. While attending UTSA he earned various business certifications including distinctions in social media marketing and secondary research. Currently, Jacob serves a dual role in Accounting and Operations in which he aids in the implementation and maintenance of several key analytical reports to better monitor Presidian’s portfolio.

About Us

Presidian is a premier hospitality management company specializing in management, development, renovations, acquisitions and consulting for the country’s leading brands.

Our Unique Management Approach

Presidian’s custom planning process is designed to deliver significant step-change impact in the initial 90 days of operations.
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Testimonials

I started my career in the Hospitality Industry when I was in my early twenties and have worked in various departments however Housekeeping has been the department that has impacted me the most.  I take pride in improving teamwork, raising morale, and increasing productivity and efficiency in the workplace.  I have been able to carry out my goals with the support of my Presidian family.  This company values and inspires their employees and I am honored to work with them!
Sierra R.Director of Housekeeping7 Months with Presidian, 9 Years in the Hospitality Industry
Being in the hospitality industry for over 10 years, from West Texas to South Texas, I have found my home.  I’ve held various roles in Accounting, Human Resources, Front Office, and Food & Beverage with my most recent role being Operations Manager with Presidian Hotels & Resorts.  Having a company invest their time, effort and trust in you is truly the biggest reason I love working here.  They believe in your goals and give you the resources to make your goals a reality.  This is why Presidia… Read more
Amanda W.Operations Manager6 Months with Presidian, 10 Years in the Hospitality Industry
I work here because I love meeting new people every day and helping others with their everyday needs.  This is a great place for me to grow within our company and have fun doing it at the same time.  My co-workers are understanding and willing to help me with whatever I need.  Working for Presidian has shown me what a successful workplace looks like, and I couldn’t imagine anything greater than that.
Maddie B.Front Office Manager2 Years with Presidian, 2 Years in the Hospitality Industry
I love working for Presidian because they invest time in developing leaders.  When I started with Presidian two years ago I was a room attendant with a goal to be in management, where I can inspire and develop my team.  I am now an Operations Manager and could not have done it without the right leadership.  Presidian makes me feel like I am worth it and can make a difference.  They give me all the tools I need to succeed.  Presidian truly believes in you.
Theresa L.Operations Manager2 Years with Presidian, 6 Years in the Hospitality Industry
I love my job because everyone is dedicated to the same vision.  I love that I have a great degree of control and freedom with my job.  The culture we have with Presidian is so memorable – not a lot of people can say “I Love my Job, I love what I do”.  But I can; Coming to work every day excites me!  Why? Because my colleagues are my second family and our work environment is about enjoying what we can do for others.
Cynthia A.Assistant General Manager4 Years with Presidian, 6 Years in the Hospitality Industry
I have worked in hospitality for 10 years in all departments. This is my first role as a housekeeping manager and it has been an incredible experience with an amazing team. This is the first company I can proudly say I am happy to work with! It’s very important to me that I do not just work for a company but I work WITH them and they work with us as well. Together we all share the same goals and vision to provide the friendliest, cleanest, and most memorable hotel travel experiences to all guest… Read more
Valerie C.Executive Housekeeper3 Years with Presidian, 10 Years in Hospitality Industry

Our Management Expertise

Presidian’s management leadership team has an average of over 20 years in the hospitality industry.
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About Us

Since 1989, Presidian grew from a young hotel consulting group to leading complex hotel developments that included adaptive reuse of historical buildings. With the launch of our management division in 1999, our impressive portfolio of hotels and residential properties has expanded to include such leading brands as Hilton, Starwood, Preferred, IHG and Marriott.

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San Antonio, TX 78217
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