Jeffrey Brown

Jeffrey Brown is the Chief Executive Officer of Schahet Hotels. As CEO, he leads the organization in its overall management of hotel development and operations, ensuring continued financial success and growth. He is deeply invested in the company’s culture and values, focusing heavily on associate development and nurturing internal leadership. Under his guidance, the company’s hotels have been recognized for their outstanding achievements and are highly ranked by travelers. The company has also received honors as a Top Place to Work.

Jeffrey started his career in the hospitality industry in 1976 and has been with Schahet Hotels the entire time. Jeffrey has managed all aspects of running a hotel and building an organization. In 1975, he graduated from the University of Iowa. He received his CPA certification from the State of Indiana in 1980.

Jeffrey is highly respected in his industry and community. In 1997, he received the Indiana Hotelier of the Year Award. He served as President of the Hampton Great Lakes Marketing Partnership, and he received the President’s Award from Hampton Inn and Suites in 1996. He was formerly the Chairman of the Indiana Hotel & Lodging Association, and he continues to serve on its board. Since 2001, Jeffrey has served on the Hamilton County Tourism Board and as an officer on its executive board.

In 2018, he was appointed by the Lieutenant Governor of Indiana to a five-member Task Force on Tourism. He serves on the American Hotel & Lodging Association Board of Directors, and sits on its Audit committee.