Feasibility & Underwriting
Financial modeling, IRR/NPV analysis, market studies, and project viability for new development and repositioning.
Hotel Real Estate · Finance · Operations
Aimbridge Hospitality
Hyatt Hotels
KPMG
Blackstone
Marc-Ryan Guerin
Hotel real estate finance executive driving value across acquisitions, asset management, and operations.
$1.3B+
Projects Evaluated
13+
Years of Experience
$78M
Revenue Driven
CHA
CHV
About
Finance Meets
Finance Meets
Field Experience
I'm a finance executive with 13+ years of experience driving profitability and optimizing performance across multi-billion-dollar investments in hospitality, asset management, and real estate. I've led strategic finance and operational initiatives at Aimbridge Hospitality, Hyatt, KPMG, and Blackstone's ShopCore Properties.
As Senior Director of Feasibility at Aimbridge Hospitality, I oversee the evaluation and development of hotel projects across North America — driving $78M in new revenue and securing $40M in capital. Earlier in my career, I conducted financial due diligence on $1.3B in projects at Hyatt, managed $675M in transactions at KPMG, and contributed to 20% portfolio growth at ShopCore.
My background blends corporate finance with on-property operational leadership, including roles at Hyatt Regency San Diego, InterContinental Carlton Cannes, and Hyatt Regency Paris CDG. Fluent in English and French with working Spanish, I bring a global perspective to every deal and asset.
Credentials & Education
- Certificate in Artificial Intelligence (2025–2026) — Columbia Business School Executive Education & Wall Street Prep
- Certified Hotel Administrator (CHA)
- Certified Hotel Valuer (CHV)
- Cornell University — Hotel Real Estate Investments & Asset Management
- Executive MBA, Quantic School of Business and Technology
Expertise
Core Competencies
Asset Management
Portfolio performance optimization, valuation, and investor reporting across institutional-grade real estate.
M&A and Transactions
Due diligence, synergy assessments, deal structuring, and transaction management across acquisitions and dispositions.
Capital Planning & Strategy
Capital allocation, re-forecasting, and aligning operating budgets with corporate investment objectives.
Hotel Operations & P&L Leadership
On-property operational management, labor optimization, and guest experience across luxury and full-service hotels.
Strategic Advisory & Market Intelligence
Commercial evaluations, growth strategy, and executive-level financial insights for senior leadership and clients.
AI & Applied Analytics
Applying generative AI, machine learning, and Python-based tooling to enhance financial modeling, accelerate due diligence, and surface market insights across hotel real estate.
Track Record
Results at Scale
A career built on measurable outcomes across transactions, operations, and capital deployment.
$0B+
In Projects Evaluated
$0M
In Transactions Managed
$0M
In New Revenue Driven
$0M
In Capital Secured
0+
Years of Experience
0%
Average ROI Growth
$0M
In Labor Cost Savings
$0M+
In New Development Negotiated
Case Studies
Selected Work
Details represent aggregated outcomes; specific deal terms are confidential.
Aimbridge Hospitality
Hotel Feasibility Portfolio — North America
Senior Director of Feasibility · 2023–Present
Oversee feasibility analysis across a North American pipeline of new development, conversion, and repositioning projects spanning select-service to luxury tiers. Lead underwriting, market analysis, and investment committee presentations.
$78M
New Revenue Driven
$40M
Capital Secured
95%
On-Time Delivery
KPMG
M&A Due Diligence — Travel, Leisure & Hospitality
Strategy Manager · 2022–2023
Led financial and commercial due diligence on transactions across the travel, leisure, and hospitality sectors. Conducted synergy assessments, market sizing, and integration planning for institutional buyers.
$675M
In Transactions
15%
Efficiency Gains
20%
Faster Turnaround
Hyatt Hotels Corporation
Brand Repositioning & New Development Underwriting
Senior Analyst, Corporate Finance · 2018–2021
Evaluated financial feasibility for new brand and repositioning projects across the Hyatt portfolio. Built underwriting models, conducted multi-asset acquisition due diligence, and supported the Corporate Transaction Group with analytical insights for senior leadership.
$1.3B
Projects Evaluated
$150M
New Development
$20M
Margin Improvement
Experience
Career Journey
13+ years spanning corporate finance, hotel real estate, and on-property hotel operations across North America and Europe.
Feb 2023 – Present
Current
Plano, TX
Senior Director of Feasibility
Aimbridge Hospitality
- Spearheaded feasibility analysis driving $78M in new revenue and securing $40M in capital commitments across North American hotel projects.
- Developed advanced financial models improving key project return metrics including IRR and NPV analysis.
- Reduced cost overruns by 10% through robust risk assessment strategies, ensuring 95% on-time project delivery.
Jul 2022 – Feb 2023
Chicago, IL
Strategy Manager
KPMG US
- Managed strategic assessments and due diligence for $675M in complex transactions across Travel, Leisure & Hospitality sectors.
- Conducted synergy assessments and commercial evaluations achieving a 15% increase in operational efficiency across integrated portfolios.
- Streamlined transaction processes, reducing turnaround time by 20% through meticulous project management.
- Designed comprehensive market analysis identifying growth opportunities and enhancing client competitive positioning.
Jul 2021 – Jul 2022
Chicago, IL
Asset Management Senior Analyst
ShopCore Properties (Blackstone)
- Directed financial management of a $90M real estate portfolio, optimizing asset performance through detailed analysis and valuation.
- Led financial due diligence and transaction management for acquisitions and dispositions, contributing to 20% increase in portfolio returns.
- Improved asset valuation accuracy by 15% through implementation of advanced financial modeling techniques.
- Strengthened investor relations by delivering comprehensive financial presentations, resulting in increased stakeholder engagement.
Sep 2018 – Aug 2021
Chicago, IL
Senior Analyst, Corporate Finance
Hyatt Hotels Corporation
- Evaluated financial feasibility for $1.3B in new brand and repositioning projects, supporting strategic brand expansion decisions.
- Conducted due diligence for multi-asset acquisitions, delivering $20M in cost reductions and margin improvements.
- Enhanced investment evaluation strategies leading to successful negotiation of $150M in new development opportunities.
- Optimized financial forecasting processes, reducing variance by 10% and improving long-term projection accuracy.
May 2017 – Aug 2018
San Diego, CA
Area Manager
Hyatt Regency — La Jolla & Mission Bay
- Implemented labor-management strategies achieving a 35% efficiency increase and reducing annual labor costs by $3M.
- Managed on-site evaluations and internal audits, improving quality assurance and increasing guest satisfaction scores by 10%.
- Developed and executed capital plans and re-forecasts, aligning operational budgets with corporate objectives.
2011 – 2017
On-Property Operations
Early Career — Hotel Operations
- Asst. Food & Beverage Manager Hyatt Regency Long Beach 2016–17
- Asst. Director of Reception InterContinental Carlton Cannes 2015
- Asst. Front Office Manager Hyatt Regency Paris CDG 2014
- Front Desk Agent Hyatt Regency Newport Beach 2013
- Asst. General Manager Ramada Inn 2011–13
Contact
Let's Talk.
Open to executive opportunities, advisory engagements, and select consulting projects in hotel real estate finance and operations.