HMSHost (Avolta) has appointed hospitality veteran Brett Kelly as its next vice president of business development for food and beverage across North America. Kelly joins the concessionaire with a quarter-century of industry experience, having previously served as managing partner of Harper Elan Business Consulting; CEO, COO, vice president and asset manager of Fraport; as well as vice president of local leasing at General Growth Properties.
“We are thrilled to welcome Brett to HMSHost,” said Avolta North America’s chief development officer Derryl Benton. “I am proud to have known and worked alongside Brett for many years and know that his expertise and leadership in our industry will be instrumental as we continue to enhance the traveler experience in every market we serve. His vision perfectly aligns with our commitment to delivering exceptional service, quality, and experiences that make the journey as exciting as the destination.”
“I am excited to join HMSHost, a company renowned for its innovation and excellence in the travel dining space,” said Kelly. “I look forward to working with the talented team to build on the company’s success and explore new opportunities for partnership and growth.”
