Head of Acquisitions & Business Development – Caribbean and Latin America (CALA)

Property Description

Davidson Hospitality Group is a dynamic and innovative hospitality management company that is constantly seeking top talent to join its team. With its headquarters located in the heart of the hospitality industry in Atlanta, Georgia, Davidson Hospitality Group is a leader in hotel and resort management, providing comprehensive and results-driven services to a diverse portfolio of properties across the United States. As a job applicant, you can expect to work in a collaborative and supportive environment that encourages creativity, growth, and professional development. With a strong commitment to excellence in guest service, employee engagement, and financial performance, Davidson Hospitality Group offers a rewarding and fulfilling career path for individuals who are passionate about the hospitality industry. Whether you are seeking a corporate role in operations, sales and marketing, revenue management, finance, human resources, or other areas, Davidson Hospitality Group offers a wide range of career opportunities for motivated and talented individuals. Join the team at Davidson Hospitality Group and be a part of a dynamic and growing organization that is dedicated to delivering exceptional hospitality experiences.

Overview

Discover the Power of Possibility at Davidson Hospitality Group

For over 50 years, Davidson Hospitality Group has been redefining excellence in hotel management. With a legacy built on partnership, performance, and people, we proudly manage some of the most distinctive hotels, resorts, and restaurants across the U.S. and beyond. Our entrepreneurial culture and owner-first mindset empower our teams to create value, deliver results, and provide unparalleled guest experiences.

Now, as we expand our footprint into the Caribbean and Latin America (CALA) region, we’re seeking a dynamic, relationship-driven Head of of Acquisitions & Business Development CALA to champion our growth across this vibrant market.

*This position offers the flexibility to work remotely, with preference for candidates based in Southern Florida (Miami area) for convenient travel to and from CALA markets, or from our Atlanta corporate headquarters.

The Opportunity

As Head of Acquisitions & Business Development – CALA, you’ll lead Davidson’s strategic expansion throughout the Caribbean and Latin America, driving opportunities across all operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts, and Davidson Restaurant Group.

In this pivotal role, you’ll:

• Identify, source, and negotiate hotel investments, acquisitions, management contracts, and new development deals across the CALA region.

• Build and nurture strong relationships with owners, developers, investors, and brand partners to fuel sustainable growth.

• Lead financial analyses, valuations, and underwriting for complex transactions and M&A opportunities.

• Collaborate directly with the Chief Investment Officer and executive leadership to shape the company’s strategic direction.

• Mentor and develop a team of analysts, fostering a high-performing culture rooted in excellence, curiosity, and collaboration.

Why Join Davidson Hospitality Group?

At Davidson, we don’t just manage hotels—we elevate experiences and build legacies. You’ll join a company that:

• Is recognized as one of the top third-party hotel management companies in North America

• Operates with an entrepreneurial mindset and owner’s perspective

• Prioritizes growth, innovation, and people-first leadership

• Offers the autonomy and resources to make a measurable impact on the company’s global expansion

If you’re ready to play a key role in shaping the future of Davidson Hospitality Group’s growth across the Caribbean and Latin America, we invite you to bring your expertise, creativity, and passion to our team.

Apply today and help us expand Davidson Hospitality Group’s legacy of excellence across the CALA region.

Qualifications

We’re seeking a bilingual (English & Spanish) dealmaker and strategist with deep knowledge of the CALA region’s hospitality and real estate landscape. The ideal candidate will bring:

• 8–12 years of experience in hospitality real estate, acquisitions, or business development, with at least 5 years focused in the CALA region

• Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality, Real Estate, Finance, or Business (MBA preferred but not required)

• Proven success in sourcing, underwriting, and closing hotel transactions

• Expertise in financial modeling, investment analysis, and asset valuation

• Strong understanding of management, franchise, and purchase/sale agreements

• Exceptional communication, presentation, and negotiation skills in both English and Spanish

• A collaborative, entrepreneurial spirit and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-impact environment

• Willingness to travel 25–50% of the time across the CALA region and the U.S.

Benefits

Davidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US.   A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners’ mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group.

In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our team members and their families.

• Multiple Tiers of Medical Coverage
• Dental & Vision Coverage
• 24/7 Teledoc service
• Free Maintenance Medications
• Pet Insurance
• Hotel Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays). 
• 401K Match

Working at Davidson is like nowhere else. It’s less of a job, more of a calling. It’s part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other.EOE AA- Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual OrientationDavidson Hospitality is a drug free workplace.  Pre-employment drug test and background check required.  We participate in E-Verify.

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