ALPHARETTA, Ga.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--As a preferred employer in the hotel industry, Atrium Hospitality actively invests in the rewarding hotel career journeys of our thousands of Associates across the United States. In 2024, Atrium supported more than 500 management-level internal promotions and new hires for corporate and on-property positions with our growing company. Alpharetta, Georgia-based Atrium Hospitality is one of the nation’s largest hotel operators. Our company manages a portfolio of 75 hotels, representing well-known brands such as Hilton, Marriott, IHG, and Wyndham, in 26 states. Atrium operates approximately 19,000 guest rooms/suites and 2.8 million square feet of event space.
Atrium Hospitality’s 2024 Management-Level Talent Trends Snapshot
- Management-Level Internal Promotions: Internal promotions represented 40% of the management-level positions Atrium filled in 2024, up from 35% in 2023. The majority (83%) of Atrium’s 2024 management-level internal promotions were for on-property roles, and 17% were for corporate positions.
- Management-Level New Hires: In 2024, Atrium welcomed best-in-class external talent into the company, representing 60% of the management-level positions filled by Atrium. Most (88%) of our company’s management-level new hires supported on-property jobs, and 12% joined corporate roles. The 2024 percentages are similar to Atrium’s 2023 management-level new hires of 87% for on-property and 13% for corporate roles.
- On-Property Focus: The hotel areas of accounting, engineering and sales represented the greatest demand for Atrium’s recruitment efforts for on-property management-level internal promotions and new hires.
- Corporate Focus: Accounting/finance and sales functions demonstrated the highest growth for corporate management-level internal promotions and new hires with Atrium.
Taking a Whole Approach to Supporting Individual Hotel Career Journeys
To successfully attract talent and reduce staff turnover in 2024, Atrium emphasized an enhanced employee experience, expanded career pathing programs, technology-driven recruitment using AI, upskilling and cross-training initiatives, and an enriched wellness program to support Associates both physically and emotionally.
“Taking a rounded approach to the success and well-being of our thousands of Associates is a priority for Atrium Hospitality,” said Anneliesse Cooper, Chief Human Resources Officer, Atrium Hospitality. “In 2024, our company launched several more specialized leadership schools and conferences to inspire our Associates’ growth in various on-property and corporate functions.”
One example of specialized leadership training Atrium debuted in 2024 is WomenRISE, a nine-month, innovative Female Hotel General Manager Training Program. Atrium’s WomenRISE inaugural class included nine participants from across Atrium-managed hotels in Arizona, Florida, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma and Texas. WomenRISE class participants received focused training and mentoring to confidently move forward in their hotel career journeys.
Committed to Boundless, Rewarding Career Journeys
Atrium Hospitality’s six core values of Service, Perseverance, Inclusion, Respect, Innovation and Teamwork guide the Atrium SPIRIT for creating a welcoming environment for all, nurturing personal ambitions, inspiring professional opportunities, and being a responsible community partner.
Atrium Hospitality’s valued Associates are part of an extended family, united in the shared pursuit of service excellence. A career with Atrium Hospitality is a boundless journey enriched by appreciation, teamwork, travel incentives, growth opportunities and community involvement.
Go to Your Career at Atrium Hospitality’s website to find out more about professional opportunities at our company’s national management portfolio.
About Atrium Hospitality
Atrium Hospitality is ranked as one of the nation’s largest hotel operators. Headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia, the company manages a portfolio of 75 hotels in 26 states, representing well-known brands such as Hilton, Marriott, IHG, and Wyndham, among others. Atrium operates approximately 19,000 guest rooms/suites and 2.8 million square feet of event space. Atrium Hospitality’s six core values of Service, Perseverance, Inclusion, Respect, Innovation and Teamwork guide the Atrium SPIRIT for creating a welcoming environment for all, nurturing personal ambitions, inspiring professional opportunities, and being a responsible community partner. Atrium is conserving the planet’s natural resources and being more efficient in support of the company’s commitment to sustainability, all while providing exceptional guest experiences. In 2024, Atrium Hospitality added another Atlanta Top Workplaces win to the company’s accolades and celebrated being recognized for the third time by The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Atrium supports a range of civic and community activities, and Atrium-managed properties nationwide are proud to take part in Project SEARCH, a school-to-work program for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities. For more information about Atrium, visit www.atriumhospitality.com.
