White Lodging recently hired two industry veterans to key leadership positions.
The Merrillville-based company hired Noah Hoppe as executive vice president and chief financial officer and Jared Garner as executive vice president and chief legal officer.
White Lodging’s current executive vice president and chief financial officer, Bruce Hoffmann, will take on an emeritus role to support the transition.
“Jared and Noah are two growth-oriented, values-driven executives with a deep expertise in the urban and lifestyle hospitality space, and their addition underscores our commitment to be the best owner, most preferred operator and leading developer in the industry,” said Conner White, White Lodging vice chairman and chief investment officer, in a press release.
In his new role, Hoppe will be responsible for finance, cash management and treasury responsibilities.
Hoppe joins White Lodging after spending nearly two decades with Hyatt Hotels, where he served in a variety of senior finance roles. He also held senior positions in asset management and transactions. Hoppe most recently served as senior vice president of transactions.
Hoppe earned a bachelor’s degree in finance from Pittsburg State University and a master’s degree in business administration from the University of Georgia.
“I’ve long respected White Lodging as a best-in-class hotel developer and operator with a strong, values-driven culture,” Hoppe said. “The company is exceptionally well-positioned for growth, and I’m excited to support its next phase of long-term value creation.”
Garner joins White Lodging with over twenty years of experience representing hotel owners, developers, managers and brands, both in-house and at law firms. He previously served as general counsel and chief compliance officer of Concord Hospitality and was vice president, legal for Radisson Hotel Group.
Prior to attending law school, Garner served as the chief investigator of the U.S. Senate Committee on the Judiciary. Garner currently sits on the general counsel committee of the American Hotel & Lodging Association.
In addition to leading the enterprise-wide legal function, Garner will oversee corporate board, compliance and risk matters.
Garner earned his bachelor’s degree in economics from George Mason University and his juris doctor from the University of Virginia School of Law.
“I’m honored to join White Lodging and support the White family’s enduring legacy of entrepreneurship and excellence,” Garner said. “With its stellar reputation and market presence, White Lodging is uniquely positioned to execute a bold long-term vision—and I’m excited to be part of that journey.”
