Coached by Champions. Built by Experts.
Varsity Hotels is led by an all-star roster of hospitality veterans, real estate developers, brand builders, and athletic legends.
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Our People
Janis Cannon
President & CEO.
A globally recognized brand executive behind the creation, launch, and repositioning of world-class hospitality brands.
Ed Orgeron
Strategic Partner & Brand Champion.
National Championship-winning head coach (LSU, 2019) and one of the most iconic voices in college football. Coach O drives university relationships, alumni engagement, and investment partnerships.
Tanner Eriksen
Chief Operating Officer
15 years of upper-upscale hospitality development and operations, ex-MLB athlete, and brand strategist.
Bart Pebbles
Chief Development Officer
$500M+ track record in ground-up and adaptive reuse development.
Lorraine Francis
Chief Design & Creative Officer.
Award-winning architect & interior designer.
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