(Myrtle Beach, S.C.) January 10, 2017- Strand Hospitality Services recently announced that Benjamin Hemilright has been hired as a Regional Director of Operations.

"I am very thankful to Strand Hospitality Services for giving me this opportunity," said Hemilright. "This is a very exciting time to be a part of Strand and I look forward to being a part of their growth and development in 2017 and beyond."

His well-rounded career has included roles as the Director of Operations at Dora Hospitality, where he worked with numerous full and select service hotels. While there, he was able to produce dramatic increases in profit each year. Prior to working at Dora Hospitality, Hemilright was the Regional Operations Supervisor at Daly Seven Incorporated where he was responsible for a portfolio of franchise properties for ownership, as well as the operations side of new hotel openings and property improvement plans.

“Benjamin brings over 18 years of comprehensive hospitality expertise to our organization,” said Jay Keller, Chief Operating Officer for Strand Hospitality. “His experience and success with both the financial and operational aspects of the hospitality industry makes him the perfect fit for his role as Regional Director of Operations.”

Benjamin currently resides in Cary, North Carolina.