Commonwealth Hotels, a Covington, Kentucky-based hotel management company, is pleased to announce the appointment of Shawn Kvernen as vice president of development. In this pivotal role, Shawn will be instrumental in driving the company’s growth strategy and expanding its portfolio of hotel properties.
Shawn joins Commonwealth Hotels with a wealth of experience in the hospitality industry. Most recently, he served as senior vice president of operations and senior vice president of business development at Aimbridge Hospitality, where he successfully supported initiatives to enhance operational efficiencies and foster strategic growth. Prior to that, he was chief operating officer at Terrapin Hospitality and chief operating officer at KPartners Hospitality. His extensive background also includes various management roles at Sage Hospitality, providing him with a comprehensive understanding of hotel operations and development.
Shawn holds a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice from Moorhead State University, a foundation that has contributed to his strategic approach in the hospitality industry.
