Leyla Karacan
About Leyla Karacan
Leyla Karacan is a General Manager with extensive experience in the hospitality industry, currently overseeing operations at Courtyard Charlotte Waverly since 2020. She has held various managerial roles at notable companies, including Hotel Equities and Red Roof Inn, where she implemented strategies that improved revenue and operational efficiency.
Current Role at Hotel Equities
Leyla Karacan serves as the General Manager at Hotel Equities since 2020 in Charlotte, North Carolina. In this role, she focuses on maximizing customer experiences to ensure business retention and loyalty. She also serves as the primary contact for performance reviews and actionable business planning at Courtyard Charlotte Waverly. Her leadership contributes to the overall operational success of the hotel.
Previous Experience at Hotel Equities
Prior to her current position, Leyla Karacan worked at Hotel Equities as General Manager from 2014 to 2017 in the Tulsa, Oklahoma Area. During her tenure, she implemented innovative sales and marketing strategies that significantly contributed to revenue growth. Her efforts helped enhance the hotel's market presence and financial performance.
Experience in Property Management
Leyla Karacan began her career in property management as a Property Manager at Elon Property Management Company from 2011 to 2014 in Fort Pierce, Florida. This role provided her with foundational skills in managing properties and understanding the dynamics of the real estate market.
Background in Hotel Management
Leyla Karacan has extensive experience in hotel management, having worked as General Manager at Red Roof Inn from 1995 to 2001 across multiple locations in Florida, Mississippi, Arkansas, and Louisiana. She also held the General Manager position at Hyatt Place from 2017 to 2020 in Savannah, Georgia. Her diverse background in various hotel brands has equipped her with a broad understanding of the hospitality industry.
Education and Specialization
Leyla Karacan studied Hotel, Motel, and Restaurant Management at Lee College. Her educational background supports her specialization in workflow optimization, which enhances operational efficiency at Courtyard Charlotte Waverly. This expertise allows her to streamline processes and improve service delivery within the hotel.