Jason Reader
Chief Operating Officer
Bio:
As Chief Operating Officer at Davidson Hospitality Group, Jason Reader is responsible for driving best-in-class operational performance and profitability for the leading management company’s growing portfolio. With more than 25 years of hospitality industry experience, his journey began as a dishwasher at a Perkins Restaurant in Pennsylvania, evolving into a career marked by operational excellence and a passion for the guest experience. Most recently, he held the role of Chief Operating Officer at Remington Hospitality, where he was promoted from Senior Vice President of Operations to Executive Vice President and eventually COO. Previously, he served as Chief Operating Officer at Magna Hospitality and spent 15 years with Pyramid Hotel Group in a variety of leadership roles, contributing to the company’s growth and operational success.
Throughout his career, he has overseen hotels spanning more than 20 top lodging brands across North America, with a strong affinity for independent and lifestyle properties. Jason earned a CHA from the American Hotel & Lodging Association and currently serves on both the Marriott International and Hilton brand advisory councils, the Marriott International lifestyle advisory council, and the Hyatt Hotels Corporation franchise advisory council. He holds a B.A. in History from Trinity University as well as a pilot’s license from Emery Aviation College.