Chase Hardage serves as the Vice President of Operations for the company. In this role, Chase is responsible for the overall operations, performance and capital planning of the Chase Suite Hotels portfolio. His extensive experience and industry knowledge provide the foundation for the company's core strength of producing superior top and bottom line results.
Chase graduated from Southern Methodist University with a degree in Economics, Markets, and Culture.
Ryan Turnello is a seasoned hospitality finance executive with over 17 years of accounting and financial management experience, including 14 years in leadership roles. Currently Sr. Vice President of Accounting for Hardage Hospitality, he oversees a $60M+ portfolio of 5 properties, driving accuracy, profitability, and operational experience. Previously, Ryan served as Regional Director of Finance at HHM Hotels, where he oversaw 35 properties, streamlined financial reporting and helped maximize the profitability of those hotels. With a proven track record in budget and forecast management, team development, and owner relations, Ryan specializes in elevating financial performance across complex hospitality portfolios.
He holds dual BBA degrees in Finance and Business Management from the University of New Mexico.
Karla Vargas brings 23 years' hospitality experience to Hardage Hospitality. She is responsible for the successful operations of the Chase Suite Hotels portfolio including revenue and financial performance, guest services scores and team member satisfaction. Prior to joining Hardage Hospitality in 2010, she held various roles within the industry ranging from General Manager, Director of Revenue Management & eCommerce to Director of Human Resources, with experience in the Marriott, Hilton, Choice, Best Western and IHG brands.
Karla is a graduate from Fort Hays State University with a degree in Tourism and Hospitality Management and was a proud member of the ETA Sigma Delta International Hospitality Management Honor Society.
Maria Perdon serves as the Corporate Director of Revenue Management for Hardage Hospitality. Her main role is maximizing the hotels' revenue by identifying revenue opportunities, understanding all booking channels, analyzing all revenue streams, and strategically managing of inventory and rates.
Maria has a combined 20 plus years' experience in pricing and revenue management in the hotel and airline industries. Before joining Hardage Hospitality in 2017, she held various roles in the areas of Sales and Revenue Management for United Airlines, where she dedicated 20 years of service.
Maria has a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with a focus in Marketing from the University of Guam.