
Hotel development and management company Universal Hospitality Solutions (UHS) has added Joseph Jennings as the general manager of Crowne Plaza Dallas Downtown by IHG. Jennings joins the property with more than three decades of hospitality experience.
“Joe has a servant’s heart, is a proven hospitality leader and team builder and has significant management experience in the DFW hotel market,” said Scott Nadel, CEO of Universal Hospitality Solutions. “Leveraging his transformational leadership style, Joe will strengthen Crowne Plaza Dallas Downtown’s success with the modern traveler.”
Most recently, Jennings served as vice president of DFW-based Q Companies, which owns and operates multiple hotels and automatic car washes. His experience includes onsite and area-level leadership roles overseeing full-service properties spanning well-known hotel brands.
“I’m passionate about the hotel industry, particularly the robust DFW market,” said Joe Jennings, general manager, Crowne Plaza Dallas Downtown. “I’m excited to collaborate with the local CVB and lead the dedicated team at Crowne Plaza Dallas Downtown in consistently delivering outstanding guest experiences.”
Currently, Jennings serves as vice chairman of the board for the Hotel Association of Tarrant County and previously served as past chairman of the board emeritus for the organization. He is co-founder and chairman of the board emeritus for the Arlington Tourism and Public Improvement District and a past board member of the Arlington City Council.
Located at 1015 Elm Street, the 291-key Crowne Plaza Dallas Downtown is near the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas, several major employers, local attractions, the West End district, American Airlines Center and over 50 restaurants.