Steve Pursell
About Steve Pursell
Steve Pursell is a Business Analyst with a background in hospitality management, having held various managerial positions at Aimbridge Hospitality and Commonwealth Hotels. He currently works at SkyTouch Technology, where he collaborates with developers to enhance hospitality software solutions.
Work at SkyTouch Technology
Steve Pursell has been employed at SkyTouch Technology as a Business Analyst since 2022. He works in a hybrid capacity from Scottsdale, Arizona. In this role, he collaborates with developers to ensure that the software solutions provided by the company effectively meet customer needs. His background in hospitality management informs his contributions to the development of software tailored for the industry.
Previous Experience in Hospitality Management
Prior to his current role, Steve Pursell held several positions in hospitality management. He served as the Opening General Manager at Aimbridge Hospitality for two properties: Tru by Hilton Gilbert from 2018 to 2019 and HGI Chandler Downtown from 2019 to 2021. Additionally, he was the General Manager at Commonwealth Hotels for the Hampton Inn & Suites Tucson East from 2016 to 2018 and at HCW from 2021 to 2022.
Education and Expertise
Steve Pursell studied at Scottsdale Community College, where he earned an Associate of Arts and Sciences (AAS) degree in Communications and Media Studies from 2005 to 2009. He possesses expertise in various hospitality systems, including Opera, OnQ, Oracle Micros products, and Galaxy Lightspeed. His extensive on-property hotel experience allows him to influence the design of next-generation hospitality software.
Career Development in Hospitality
Steve Pursell's career in hospitality began with roles such as Front Office Supervisor at Commonwealth Hotels for Aloft Phoenix Airport from 2015 to 2016 and Front Office Manager at Holiday Inn Phoenix/Chandler from 2014 to 2015. His progression through various management roles has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of hotel operations and customer service.