hotelAVE is the leading hotel real estate asset manager and advisor in the hospitality industry. Founded in 2003 by Michelle Russo, the company is driven by a passion for innovation and achieving results, with a 48-person team of former hotel owners, operators, and financial professionals.
The firm specializes in asset management, advisory, investment management, and operational effectiveness services. It leverages proprietary research, industry intelligence, and deep brand knowledge to help clients maximize value and achieve above-market performance across their hospitality assets.
hotelAVE works with institutional owners and lenders globally, providing fiduciary oversight, acquisition due diligence, and strategic repositioning. The company has advised on over 1,000 hotels and more than $50 billion in hotel real estate across North America, Latin America, and Europe.